Contact point for chop

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sumhar tyella
sumhar tyella Asked 12 years ago

Hi sir, when to contact the ball when you perform a chop? when the ball is rising or falling? or both are possible? tnx

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Sumhar,

It is easier to hit the ball later when the ball has slowed down a little.  It is also more difficult to get the right contact when the ball is rising.  When the ball is falling it is coming down onto the angled bat.

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