@joe.gatting.crick: The best players aren’t calmer - they’re more prepared. They don’t rely on luck or rhythm. They rely on routines. A pre-ball routine isn’t just habit - it’s control. It’s how you manage pressure, focus, and mindset ball after ball. It’s one of the few controllables you have every time you walk out to bat. The best players don’t just have one routine - they have several that keep them in control: 🧠 Pre-ball – focus before each ball 💭 Post-ball – reset and refocus 👀 Non-striker’s end – stay engaged, plan ahead ⚡ Pre-innings – how you switch on before you bat This post is just one of them - your pre-ball routine 👇 Here’s an example: LOW – Lock In SET – Prepare to Move PAUSE – Stillness Before Action REACT – Trust It This one works because it means something to the batter. Your routine will probably look different — and that’s the point. It only works if it’s yours. Remember - an empty mind isn’t a clear mind. It’s just space for unhelpful thoughts to creep in. When your focus is on controllables that work for you, you leave less room for the negative ones. 💭 Do you have a routine for each stage of your innings? Or do you just hope your mind stays still when the pressure rises? Save this for your next net. Tag a mate who needs to hear it. #cricket #MentalGame #battingtips #battingcoach #battingpractice
