Wicketkeeping stance
Dehradun Cricket Academy
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A keeper’s stance should provide a clear view of the ball and allow movement without a long reset. The useful test is how well you collect from it, not how closely it resembles a photograph of an international keeper.

Find a workable base
Set up comfortably with your coach and observe balance. The exact shape can vary between players; the stance should support movement and receiving rather than trapping you in a rigid position.

Keep the view clear
Check what you can see around the batter and stumps. Changes in batter position or bowling angle may require a different setup, so avoid treating one fixed position as the answer to every delivery.

Move into the collection
Follow the ball with the body and hands working together. Judge whether you can receive it cleanly and remain ready for the next action without losing control.

A keeper receives straight feeds well but struggles when the ball moves a little sideways. Compare the starting stance and the first movement. This helps distinguish a setup that restricts movement from a hand-position issue at the moment of collection.

Name / date
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Can I see the release and the ball’s path?
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Can I move both ways from this setup?
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Does my collection stay controlled after a small movement?
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What did I try and what happened?
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Coach’s feedback and next step
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Video credit: Rajasthan Royals Academy UK
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6F3Y29TNiTs