--- title: "Master Cut, Pull & Punch Shots | Advanced Batting Coaching Delhi NCR" description: "Struggling with short-pitched balls? Master the cut, pull, and backfoot punch with professional batting coaching in Delhi NCR. Get biomechanical analysis and custom drills to fix your technique." canonical: https://mytribe.in/spyadav1989/personal-batting-coaching/backfoot-horizontal-shots-cut-pull-punch last_updated: 2025-09-16 --- # Master the Cut, Pull & Punch: Advanced Batting Technique Tribe Verified · ICC Level 3 Certified Cricket Coach By [SP Yadav](https://mytribe.in/spyadav1989) · Online sessions and in-person training in Delhi NCR · ₹299 per session (estimate) Part of [Personal Batting Coaching](https://mytribe.in/spyadav1989/personal-batting-coaching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/spyadav1989/personal-batting-coaching/gallery) Short-pitched deliveries can be tricky. I help you master the cut, pull, and backfoot punch with precise body alignment and bat speed drills that turn defensive moments into scoring opportunities. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Working with 10-year-old Atharva from the USA on his pull shot. We're focusing on hip and shoulder rotation and ensuring the front leg moves towards fine leg after impact. This allows for a full bat swing and generates significant power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/290aa22e-2e3e-43c2-bd53-15eb5635bb76) - [Video: This is a high-intensity sweep shot drill with Yug from the USA. The goal is to improve his reaction time and bat speed. By making him move quickly, we are training his muscles to react faster in a match situation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e453093-e53f-4d1d-98ec-9ad86efd5a14) - [Video: Here I'm working with Yug on his pull shot. A common mistake is opening up too early or bending the back leg, which causes a loss of balance and power. We're focusing on keeping the back leg straight and rotating fully to generate maximum force.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c038dfd7-50e9-4968-ac99-305a82ca4205) - [Video: A high-intensity pull shot drill with Yug. The focus here is on quick reaction time. By feeding the ball fast, I'm training him to get into position quickly and execute the shot with power and control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e2976131-e961-438e-a0a3-3d1b7efa01ac) - [Video: Working with Yuvakshi from the USA on her backfoot punch. A common issue was her hip opening up on wider balls. We used drills to correct her foot and shoulder alignment, ensuring her punch goes through the cover region instead of mid-off.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/456b3ff4-7daa-42f7-a1ab-127248f34fa9) - [Video: A great session with Yuvakshi on the backfoot punch. After drills, her body setup is much better. She is now getting her high elbow up and staying down with the ball's bounce, which is starting to generate more power in her shots.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/df449d15-0660-4cd3-97dd-777ea85fb444) - [Video: A detailed breakdown of the backfoot drive. I explain how to read the short-of-length ball, use a back-and-cross movement to get into position, and keep the head still to execute a powerful drive between point and cover.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d8962825-e19a-4fad-afa2-d4d860ca75a1) - [Video: Here I explain the mechanics of a perfect pull shot. The key is to read the short pitch early, create room with a back-and-cross movement, and use a high backlift with good hip and shoulder separation to generate power.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4bc23337-65d0-411b-8a02-ffe0efe260d1) - [Video: Three essential drills to master the cut shot. These exercises focus on staying side-on, achieving a full swing through the contact point, and making clean contact to effectively play short and wide deliveries.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d1553ec4-0dfe-4841-a4cf-55d24677a871) - [Video: Identifying the mistake in the cut shot with 12-year-old Deeya from Odisha. Her bat swing was good, but her hands were pulling in too early, reducing her reach. We worked on drills to extend the hands before rolling the wrists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c88da035-a07c-4b3f-a979-c8943b66ec20) - [Video: After drills, Deeya's cut shot is looking much better. We worked on locking her shoulder and holding her balance. You can see she is now able to reach wider balls and make better contact.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1e82b8b1-ec6e-46b2-8f65-e639d2ec7647) - [Video: A personal training session focusing on the backfoot punch. The key is to stay low with the ball and use a high elbow to generate power, transferring weight effectively onto the back foot.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/59d61032-f505-4eb2-9e67-5f791380bdcc) - [Video: Working with Manav, a U-19 player from Saurashtra, on his cut shot. The main issue was a narrow stance and opening the front shoulder. We worked on widening his base and keeping the shoulder locked to ensure the shot goes through the point region.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/58a5569e-e872-49b9-be83-14b5f364f303) - [Video: Here I'm explaining to Arun from UP why he's missing the cut shot. His front shoulder is opening up too early, causing the bat to come down vertically instead of horizontally. The key is to keep the shoulder locked to allow for a proper, powerful swing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1e5afbcd-b929-427b-bce0-7d5a09e2b381) - [Video: After identifying the issue, we're working with Arun on high-intensity drills for the cut shot. The goal is to build muscle memory for keeping the shoulder locked and extending the hands, improving his reaction time and shot execution.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/041ea0ca-ecf7-4005-8727-a4729ad23e14) - [Video: Working with Rehan, a U-15 player from the USA, on the upper cut. This is a great scoring shot for bouncy tracks. We're focusing on using the pace of the ball, keeping the head still, and using the wrists to guide it over the fielders.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/154bb51c-aa06-4ef3-b122-41b7d59ea5ca) - [Video: Explaining the difference between a cut shot and an upper cut with Rehan. The upper cut is for higher bouncing balls and requires the body to be more upright, using a free back leg to adjust height, as opposed to the lower, parallel body position for a standard cut shot.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2ebd88e9-66ee-4a36-b153-79ffeafef7d7) ## About Backfoot & Horizontal Shots: Cut, Pull & Punch A common mistake in the pull shot is bending the back leg too early, which causes your head to fall and leaves you vulnerable to top-edges. I fix this by using specific back-and-cross footwork drills that keep your base solid. By holding your position post-impact, we train your muscles to generate power through hip rotation rather than relying on desperate swings. ### Fix Your Backfoot Game Most players struggle with horizontal shots because they try to force the ball rather than using the pace. My coaching focuses on the biomechanics of the backfoot to ensure you aren't just reacting, but controlling the shot. #### The Cut Shot: Hand Extension & Balance If your cut shot is going straight to point or gully, it’s usually because you are cramping your arms. I work on locking your front shoulder and extending your hands away from the body before the roll. This gives you the reach to hit balls outside off-stump without losing balance. #### The Pull Shot: Hip-Shoulder Separation The secret to a powerful pull is not just the bat swing; it's the separation of hips and shoulders. I teach you to bring your back foot into a position that allows for full rotation. We focus on the 'fine leg lock'—ensuring your front foot moves correctly after impact to let the bat swing through completely. #### The Backfoot Punch: High Elbow Technique A clean punch requires reading the length early. We practice 'back and cross' movements to get into position, keeping the head still and the elbow high. This allows you to stay down with the ball's bounce, ensuring you can punch through the cover region effectively. ### My Level-Based Training I don’t believe in generic practice. We use a progressive system: * **Level 1 (Technique Audit):** Slow-motion breakdown to fix your stance and shoulder alignment. * **Level 2 (Muscle Memory):** Stationary drills with resistance bands to build the right habits. * **Level 3 (Match Intensity):** High-speed feed with throwdowns to test your reaction time and ensure the technique holds under pressure. ## About SP Yadav I am SP Yadav, and I don't just teach cricket; I fix batting technique from the root. Whether you are struggling with backfoot balance or need to sharpen your reaction time for short-pitched balls, I design drills that turn your technical flaws into natural muscle memory. 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