Re: [OM] Cricket Match

[Chris Barker]

> Translation for baseball spectators: "bowler" is the equivalent of
> "pitcher". Which you've probably worked out. The bowling action is
> "overarm". There's probably a complex definition of this, but
> basically the bowling arm has to be straight and swung vertically over
> the shoulder. Imparting spin is legitimate (and a highly prized
> skill), but it all has to come from the wrist and fingers, not the
> arm.
>
> John
... and the importance of the spin is to make the ball "break" one 
way or another ("leg" or "off") on the bounce - which should be as 
close as possible to the batsmen without allowing him (or her) to 
take it full toss...
Chris
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