Best cricket grounds in Mumbai for weekend tennis ball matches?
I recently moved to Andheri West and I'm looking for good grounds where I can play tennis ball cricket on weekends. Preferably something that's not too expensive and has decent pitch conditions. I've played on a few maidans but the outfield is terrible in most of them during monsoon. Would love recommendations for synthetic pitches or turf grounds that are available on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Budget is around ₹2000-3000 for a 2-hour slot for the whole team.
How to improve my off-spin bowling on Indian pitches?
I'm a 22-year-old club level cricketer from Chennai and I bowl off-spin. I can turn the ball decently on dusty tracks but on flat pitches I get hammered. My coach says I need to develop more flight and dip but I'm not sure how to practice that specifically. I bowl about 3-4 overs in net sessions twice a week. What drills can I do to get more revolutions on the ball and develop a better arm ball? I've watched some Ashwin masterclasses on YouTube but I want practical tips from players who've actually worked on this.
Where to find leather ball cricket teams in Bangalore for 30+ age group?
I'm 34 years old and played decent level cricket in college but stopped after getting a job. Now I want to get back into leather ball cricket seriously. I stay in Whitefield, Bangalore. Are there any clubs or teams that play regular weekend leather ball tournaments for the 30+ age group? I don't want to play with 20-year-olds who bowl 130 kmph thunderbolts – I want competitive but age-appropriate cricket. Happy to travel anywhere within Bangalore on weekends.
What fitness routine should a fast bowler follow in India?
I'm a 20-year-old medium-fast bowler from Jaipur trying to increase my pace from 125 kmph to 135+ kmph. I bowl 4-5 overs per match in local club tournaments. My coach says I need to improve my core strength and bowling-specific fitness. Currently I just run 3-4 km and do some push-ups before net sessions. What specific exercises should I be doing? Are gym workouts helpful for fast bowlers or do they make you stiff?