how to play against the turn in cricket|

Facing quality spin bowling against the turn is one of the toughest skills in batting — it tests your control, balance, and understanding of spin angles. In this video, Raman Bishnoi shares deep insights, drills, and mindset strategies to help you confidently play spinners even when the ball is turning away from your bat’s natural arc. Learn how to control risk, use soft hands, and score runs without losing your wicket.

1. Understand what playing against the turn really means and how it differs from playing with the spin when facing both off-spinners and left-arm orthodox bowlers.


2. Learn why reading the spin from the bowler’s hand and not just off the pitch gives you extra milliseconds to adjust your stroke.


03. Master the art of using the depth of the crease to either go back and cut or come forward to smother the spin depending on the turn and bounce.


4. How to adjust your head position to stay over the ball when the spin takes it away, keeping your balance perfect for soft contact.


5. Discover the technique of delayed bat swing — letting the ball come close before committing, which is key when playing against the turn.


6. How to use soft hands and relaxed grip pressure so that even when the ball deviates, it drops safely instead of carrying to slips or short leg.


7. Learn the difference between playing for spin and playing through the line — and when each method is more effective.


8. Importance of bat-face angle control while driving or defending, especially when facing away spin that can take the edge.


9. How to pick length early — recognizing the spinner’s release trajectory can help decide whether to go back or forward.


10. Drills to improve your ability to cover the turn with quick footwork and body alignment instead of just relying on hands.


11. Understanding why front-foot movement must be precise and small — overcommitting can trap you when the ball turns sharply.


12. Learn when to use your pads and body intelligently to defend or smother spin safely without offering catching chances.


13. How to rotate strike effectively even against the turn using subtle angles and soft touches into gaps.


14. The role of wrist position in manipulating the ball’s direction when using the full face of the bat under spin pressure.15. Learn how to use depth in the crease for late cuts, dabs, and open-faced shots that neutralize turn and keep you scoring.


16. When and how to step down the track to negate turn — understanding risk vs. reward while advancing against quality spinners.


17. The importance of reading field placements to find safe scoring zones when playing against the spin
18. Mental cues for staying relaxed and not panicking when the ball beats the outside edge — trusting your technique under pressure.


19. Learn to read spin off the pitch using dust marks, rough patches, and bowler’s release points.
20. Why your bottom hand control must stay minimal while playing against turn to avoid dragging the ball in the air.


21. Drills for improving eye-hand coordination specifically designed for balls turning away from your hitting arc.


22. How to transfer your weight smoothly from front to back foot during turn-heavy overs to handle different lengths efficiently.


283. Understanding risk management — when to go for boundaries and when to focus on strike rotation versus turning deliveries.


24. Learn to use open stance setups that give you a better view of the ball’s release and help you adjust quicker to turn.


25u. Why watching the spinner’s wrist position (off-break or leg-break) early helps anticipate the ball’s movement direction.


26. How to build partnerships and pressure bowlers by breaking their rhythm even when the pitch offers big spin.


27. Developing a mindset of patience and precision, knowing that runs against the turn come from control, not force
28. Training drills using throwdowns, spin machines, and side-arm feeds to simulate real match situations against turning deliveries.


29. Final key truhst your defense, trust your eyes, and stay calm under spin pressure because control against turn comes from confidence and composure.

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