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Andrew Strauss and Kumar Sangakkara on slip catching and wicketkeeping

Friday 16 August 2019 20:58, UK

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Kumar Sangakkara and Andrew Strauss demonstrate catching behind the wicket in the Ashes Zone

Catching can be challenging at any time but how can you maximise your chances of success when the elements are against you?

Andrew Strauss and Kumar Sangakkara joined Ian Ward in The Zone to talk about the art of slip-catching and wicketkeeping.

Packed with tips and drills for kids and those looking to improve their game, the video at the top of this page will give you the ideal platform to perfect your skills.

With over 200 Test caps between them, Strauss and Sangakkara share their experience of catching behind the wicket including:

Also See:

  • Where to stand as a wicketkeeper and how to maximise your chances of taking the ball
  • The ideal place for the ball to go into your gloves and why repetition is key to catching in the cordon
  • How crucial it is to have a solid foundation and the importance of good posture, particularly against spin

Live coverage of the second Test continues on day four on Sky Sports The Ashes and Main Event from 10am on Saturday.

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