Catch And Bat with Kamran Akmal: What Makes A Cricket Ball Different

Soccer, baseball and cricket are all sports that involve throwing a round object – usually a ball – at a target. But what makes each sport unique? In this article, Kamran Akmal of Wisden Cricket Monthly takes a closer look at the different aspects of cricket balls and how they make the game so interesting.

What is a cricket ball made of?

A cricket ball is made of two different materials: the cover and the core. The cover is made of material that wicks moisture away from the ball so that it does not get wet and heavy, and the core is made of a harder material that helps the ball to bounce and travel further.

Catch And Bat with Kamran Akmal: What Makes A Cricket Ball Different

Catch And Bat with Kamran Akmal: What Makes A Cricket Ball Different

When you think about cricket, one of the first things that comes to mind is a ball and how it’s different from other sports. But what makes a cricket ball different from other sports balls? And why is it so important for a player to catch and hit the ball correctly? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the different aspects of a cricket ball and discuss why they are so important for players.

How do crickets catch and bat?

A cricket ball is round, and made of materials such as cork, rubber, and leather. It’s about 2.3″ in diameter and 1.18″ thick. The round shape makes it easy for the cricket to grab hold of the ball, which helps it to stay in the air.
Crickets use their front wings to catch the ball. When the cricket senses the ball is coming towards it, it opens its front wings, which help to catch the ball. Then, it uses its back wings to hit the ball towards the ground.
Catching and batting with a cricket is an interesting process that allows the sport to be played between two teams of eleven players.

What makes a cricket ball different from a baseball or softball?

A cricket ball is made out of different materials than a baseball or softball. For example, a cricket ball is made of cork, while a baseball is made of rubber. The difference in the materials makes a big difference in how the ball behaves.

Conclusion

Kamran Akmal is one of the most exciting cricketers in the world right now and his unique batting style has caught the attention of fans all over. In this video, Kamran takes us through what makes a cricket ball different from any other sportball, and why it’s so important to understand how to play the game correctly. Be sure to check out more of Kamran’s amazing videos on his YouTube channel!