Off Spin

Side View / Front View

Coaching Points

Step 1

Grip

The orthodox grip for the off spinner is a two finger grip,
with the first joints of the index and middle fingers spread widely on the seam.
Ideally the thumb should not apply any pressure onto the ball.
Spin is imparted primarily through the index finger.

Step 2

Pre-Delivery

Back foot parallel to crease; looking behind front arm, leaning away from the batter.
Head upright and steady.

Step 3

Delivery Stride

Short slightly angled delivery stride.
Gead upright and steady.

Step 4

Delivery

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

Step 5

Follow Through

Body completes 180 degrees pivot.
Head remains upright and steady.


Off Spin Animation

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