Cricket balls are incredibly hard and are the product of centuries of tradition and the extreme physical demands of the game.

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If you've ever watched a batter get beaten by a ball that curved, jagged or dipped at the last moment, you've seen one of cricket's great mysteries. Whether it's a Mitchell Starc inswinger, a Josh ...

Learn about different cricket practice balls used in nets, including swing balls, reaction balls, and string balls, and how ...

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