But unlike the hook or square cut, the back foot drive relies more on timing and placement rather than power. Play the shot with a straight bat, which means you'll need to be in full control of the ...

Track the ball, get into position, and start with your weight on your back foot. This shot requires a traditional neutral-stance forehand, rather than the now-commonplace open-stance forehand.

This is quite possibly the best looking cricket shot a batsman can play. The back foot drive enables you to score runs in the area between mid-on and cover to a delivery just short of a length. Again, ...