Free Hits Could Cut No-Balls in Tests: India Spin Coach Sairaj Bahutule
· Sports · Indian Express, NDTV Sports, Times of India
India’s spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule suggested introducing free hits in Test cricket to reduce no-balls. The issue arose during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, where debutant Saransh Jain bowled four no-balls and Ravindra Jadeja overstepped once. Bahutule acknowledged the problem, stating bowlers tend to push themselves in wicketless situations, leading to overstepping. Despite this, he praised Jain’s performance, noting the off-spinner claimed three wickets across two innings.
Why it matters
The proposal could impact Test cricket’s rules and improve discipline among bowlers, enhancing the game’s quality and fairness.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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