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b. Delivery

While bowling, the bowlers have to balance their body weight as
well as the landing of the leg and the look on the batsmen during the
delivery. After this, the bowlers should follow through and move
straight ahead in the direction of the pitch.

1. Run-up 2. Pre Delivery 3. Mid Bound 4. Back Foot 5. Front Foot 6. Ball Release 7. Follow
Stride Contact Con tad Through

Activity 8.21

Make two lines of players at a distance of about 10 meters. Aim at
a mark from one side and take turns for bowling. After bowling, go
to the end of the other line and wait for your turn. In the same way,
go to the bowler's side on the turn of the wicket-keeper's side. After
everyone's turn, repeat the bowling practice.

C. Fielding and Catching

Fielding is the act of stopping the ball
thrown by the batsmen. Fielding stops the
number of runs of the opposition team by
trying to block the boundary. On the other
hand, the act of catching the ball thrown
by the batsman without touching the
ground is catching. It plays an important
role in winning and losing the game. A
good cricketer should practise to becon1e a good fielder.

Activity 8.22

Make a line in the ground and wait for your turn. Practice catching
the ball thrown in your turn. Ask a friend to throw the ball. While

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