Changing the grip during play

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Earl Joseph
Earl Joseph Asked 11 years ago

Sir, is it allowed to change the grip, like shakehand to penhold, during play or time out in a match?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Earl,

Yes you can change you grip.  There are no rules as to how you should hold the bat.

However I don't advise that you change grip because it will slow you down. The game is too fast for that now.


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