Since his injury recovery, Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav has shared details about his unique bowling approach. Kuldeep Yadav has emerged as the one to watch after picking a spectacular fifer against Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super Four match then coming back the very next day with a four-wicket haul against Sri Lanka in victory for India.
Kuldeep Yadav explained that his old motion, which he worked on after recovering from the injury, was placing pressure on his knee.
In addition to maintaining his body significantly behind the ball than before, his redesigned run-up has helped him bowl at faster speeds and, in his own words, has made his action more rhythmic and fluid.
“Of course, when I was hurt, our physiotherapist advised that I shouldn’t put a strain on my knee no matter what. I had no idea how to carry that through. After two to three months, I finally started to feel better. I accelerated the start of my run-up and didn’t change my angle. I gradually began to think on bowling straight, and it became simpler for me. My aggression has increased, and my rhythm has improved. It took roughly 5 to 6 months; it wasn’t naturally effortless. It wasn’t easy because I occasionally broke my rhythm and missed my steps during the IPL, Kuldeep Yadav admitted to Star Sports.
When facing both left- and right-handed batters, Kuldeep detailed his strategy, highlighting the significance of bowling at the proper lines and lengths and striving to squeeze the batters for space.
“I found my perfect rhythm after 6-7 months, and now bowling is simpler. As a result, we frequently discuss length, and a spinner gains experience by bowling more frequently. Therefore, I no longer give gaining a wicket much thought. I consider my length more often now. Whether it is a left-handed or a right-handed delivery, I’m concentrating more on solid length. Additionally, the line itself is important. With the white ball format, the hitter may bat more easily the more space you offer him to spread out his arms.
So whether it’s a lefty or a righty, I always consider locking the batsman and bowling towards the stumps to keep him locked. He shouldn’t have the chance to spread his arms out because if he does, it will be simple for him to make contact with his shots. However, the goal is to keep him locked and bowl at a fair length, the man explained.
Kuldeep Yadav, one of the 15 players chosen for the next ODI World Cup at home, provided additional insight into India’s spin lineup for the competition. Off-spinners are not on the roster, but is India in need of one? In Kuldeep Yadav opinion, no.
I consider myself a traditional leg-spinner rather than an off-spinner. The only difference is that I bowl with my left hand. I also have a googly and variations. Therefore, I don’t believe you need an off-spinner. You don’t need to play three or four spinners if the combination on your squad is working effectively. That should work if you have two good spinners, in my opinion.
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