Master Batting Power and Technique
Swinging harder doesn't mean the ball travels further. If you are struggling to clear the boundary, it is not a lack of effort, it is a technical flaw in your kinetic chain. We fix your hip drive and weight transfer so you stop hitting flat shots and start dominating the field.
Want to hit big sixes? Stop making these three mistakes. Don't just use your arms; engage your legs, hips, and core. Get under the ball instead of hitting it flat, and always complete your follow through. Power hitting is a full-body movement.
Many batsmen practice hitting sixes for hours but fail in a match. This is because of wrong practice. It's not about just swinging the bat hard, it's about combining timing with power. Here, we focus on correct power hitting practice in the nets.
A closer look at a six-hitting drill in the nets. The focus here is on generating bat speed and making clean contact to clear the ropes consistently.
This six-hitting drill is designed to build muscle memory for power shots. By repeatedly practicing the motion of hitting for distance, you train your body to generate maximum force efficiently.
Today's game demands more than just good technique. You need the strength to turn ones into twos and fours into sixes. This video shows the specific strength and power exercises we do to ensure our batsmen reach their maximum potential.
You've watched all the videos on how to play long innings but still get out for a duck. The solution is a clear mind and superior fitness. I teach you to assess the conditions and build the endurance to outlast the opposition.
A batsman getting out early. This is a common sight when a player lacks the right mindset and fitness to build an innings. We work on both to prevent this.
Most batsmen in India ignore footwork. Here are two drills to change your game. First, skipping right before batting to activate your feet. Second, a footwork catching drill to train your body to move into the shot.
This is a demonstration of the footwork catching drill. By moving your feet to catch the ball, you are building the exact motor pattern needed for effective batting footwork.
Another look at our footwork activation drills. Consistent practice of skipping and movement exercises ensures your feet are light and responsive at the crease.
About Batting: Power & Technique
Stop relying on just your arms to generate power. Most batsmen I train get stuck because they ignore the ground reaction force—they don't engage their legs and core. If you are hitting the ball into the fielders rather than over them, your hip drive is likely disconnected. We identify this in our first session using video analysis to spot where your kinetic energy is leaking, then we drill the specific movement patterns required to transfer that weight effectively.
Great technique is worthless if you cannot clear the ropes when the match situation demands it. My approach at Pathak100mph Cricket Academy is based on the philosophy that you shouldn't train like a gym-goer; you train like an athlete.
The Problem with Most Nets
Most players spend hours in the nets hitting flat shots. If you only practice hitting along the ground, that is exactly what you will do in a match. We break this cycle by forcing you to fix your weight transfer. Whether it is back-foot-elevated drives or single-leg balance drills, the goal is to make your body understand how to brace against the ball's force.
My Training Method
We attack the technical flaws that are holding you back:
- Hip Drive & Core: We move beyond basic bicep strength. We use medicine ball slams and rotational exercises to ensure your core is the engine room of your power.
- Footwork Activation: Before you pick up a bat, we do footwork catching drills. If your feet are lazy, your timing will be off. This builds the motor memory needed for real-time adjustments at the crease.
- Video Analysis: I don't guess what you are doing wrong. We record your stance, your backlift, and your follow-through to show you exactly where the power is lost.
Why 1-on-1 vs Group?
For beginners or those looking for general conditioning, our group agility and core sessions are excellent for building match stamina. However, if you are struggling with a specific flaw like a collapsing wrist or poor head position, my 1-on-1 sessions are the only way to get the dedicated biomechanics correction you need. We will rebuild your game from the ground up.
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I do not believe in shortcuts or 'tips and tricks' for social media. I focus on turning raw potential into performance by forcing you to confront your weakest links every single day. My method is built on years of experience, taking players from basic drills to competitive Ranji Trophy level by ensuring their hard work actually translates to runs on the scoreboard.
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