How to do "Over arm throw"

Throwing the ball in quickly and accurately from the outfield is an important skill for every fielder to master.

It is a useful tool in preventing runs and getting batsmen run out.

So it's important to get the basics right.

STEP ONE

      Having collected the ball in both hands, stand sideways to the target. The throwing arm is taken back behind the head.

STEP TWO

      Pull the non-throwing arm through. Throwing arm swings forward keeping the elbow at least level with top of throwing shoulder.

      The wrist should be outside the line of, and behind, the elbow.

STEP THREE

      Release the ball with both feet on the ground and the chest facing the target.

STEP FOUR

      Swing the throwing arm through so that both arms end up behind the opposite hip. Keep the head and eyes facing the target.