Leg Spin

Side View / Front View

Coaching Points

Step 1

Grip

The orthodox grip for the leg spinner is a two finger grip.
The top joints of the index and second fingers
lie across the seam, the third finger is bent and along the seam.

Step 2

Pre-Delivery

Strong basic, side on coil.
Back foot parallel to crease leaning away from the batter, looking behind front arm.
Head upright and steady.

Step 3

Delivery Stride

Usually slightly longer sride than for off spinner.
Slightly angled towards leg side.
Head upright and steady.

Step 4

Delivery

Stand tall.
Braced front knee.
Pivoting on ball of front foot; back knee driving through.
Bowling arm at 11 o'clock.
Head upright and steady.

Step 5

Follow Through

Powerful, energetic full swing of arms.
Head up, eyes level.


Leg Spin Animation

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