New Bowling Technique Revolutionizes Cricket
Wind tunnel experiments reveal why horizontal arm deliveries deceive batters and enhance game strategy.
- Researchers at Amity University Dubai studied the aerodynamics of cricket balls using wind tunnel experiments.
- The near-horizontal arm position during delivery creates a high-speed spinning effect that alters the ball's trajectory.
- This technique leverages the Magnus effect, causing the ball to shift mid-flight and making it harder for batters to hit.
- The study highlights the effectiveness of this bowling style throughout all phases of a match.
- Future research will explore how factors like ball wear influence its aerodynamics.