“Mastering the Art of Length Bowling in the Death Overs: A Game Changer in IPL 2022”

In a surprising turn of events this IPL season, the age-old adage of not bowling length in the death overs seems to have been turned on its head. Traditionally, bowlers have been advised to stick to yorkers or slower balls in the final overs to prevent batters from going big. However, this season has seen a resurgence of the good old length ball as a potent weapon in the bowlers’ arsenal.

On grounds like Jaipur, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Mullanpur, where boundaries are harder to come by, the length ball has proven to be an effective tool for bowlers. By hitting the top of off stump with precision, bowlers have been able to keep the batters in check and prevent them from scoring freely.

With batters increasingly expecting yorkers and standing deep in the crease to counter them, the yorker has become a risky delivery with a high error rate. Bowlers like Pat Cummins have cleverly used the length ball to their advantage by packing one side of the boundary and forcing the batters to take risks.

Even renowned yorker specialists like Mitchell Starc have deviated from their usual game plan and found success with the length ball. Kagiso Rabada of Punjab Kings also showcased his mastery of length bowling in a recent match against Rajasthan Royals.

Top bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Mayank Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mustafizur Rahman, and Kuldeep Sen have all recognized the effectiveness of the length ball and have incorporated it into their strategies.

As the season progresses and pitches wear down, the length ball is expected to play an even more crucial role in the bowlers’ game plan. With batters constantly evolving their techniques, bowlers must continue to adapt and innovate to stay ahead in the game.