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Yorkers

(Fuller length delivery bowled at high speed pitching around the batting crease). Hold the ball with vertical seam pointing straight towards stumps aiming at batsman’s feet. Try and release the ball at highest point of action.


Its Simple:
Requires a great shoulder action. Cleverly bowled in-swinging Yorker will definitely bring good result. However, sheer hard work and practice is required for perfection in the art. The importance of mastery in Yorkers has increased in modern times due to the introduction of one-day cricket. According to Wasim Akram, Yorker takes the energy of his six normal deliveries. Aiming at the bails of the stumps is what Wasim recommends. Strong body and wrist action are essential to get this delivery effective. It needs to be quick in the air to be devastating. Watching the Batsman closely in his stance, especially his position in the popping crease, is important to adjust your length.