Six IPL Batters Who Play Cricket Like Golf
Six IPL Batters Who Play Cricket Like Golf
A look at six IPL stars whose swings blend golf-style tempo with cricket power, turning technique into boundary-busting precision.
Six IPL batters are redefining power and timing by blending golf-style swing with cricket instincts. The approach centers on clean bat flow, balance at the crease, and an emphasis on hitting through the line rather than overloading footwork. This mix lets players generate hard-hitting shots with controlled, repeatable mechanics.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the RR opening bat, relies on bat speed to power shots rather than bulky footwork. His swing stays balanced at the crease, enabling him to drive the ball through the long-on to square leg arc with a clean downswing.
Heinrich Klaasen’s six-hitting is built on a repeatable bat swing and a strong base. With rapid hand speed and hip drive, he stays deep in his crease and hits through the line against spin, often finding the boundary between long-on and midwicket.
Priyansh Arya, PBKS’s opener, favors a clean bat swing that allows him to hit through the line without big strides. He tends to clear square leg and mid-wicket, relying more on extension than footwork, and he frequently uses the on-side to unload his shots.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, RR’s opener, reads length early and uses a powerful downswing to stay balanced. His high backlift and strong backfoot game help him hit through the line, pulling effectively over midwicket when the ball sits up.
Sanju Samson has refined his game with minimal movement and maximum bat speed. The right-hander trusts his base and lets his hands do the heavy lifting, enabling him to clear boundaries on both sides of the ground with a free-flowing swing.
