FIELDIQ · SET THE FIELD

Read the batter. Back your bowler.

Set your field for the batter’s strengths and the bowler’s plan. Decide where to stop runs and where to take a catch.

Select a fielding position or use the list. The close catching inset enlarges the same positions without changing their spacing.

Slips sit behind the batter on the off side; gully is wider. Move closer or farther back according to how far the edges carry.

Add by position name

Position guide and sources

The pitch and restriction area use one metre scale: 20.12 m between stumps and a 27.43 m restriction radius. Named positions are typical locations, not mandatory coordinates. Catching depth changes with pace, spin and ball carry. The illustration uses a 75 m ground radius; a real ground may be asymmetric.

NZ Cricket coaching manual · ICC playing conditions · MCC Laws

MATCH AND BOWLING PLAN

FormatStart of overBowlerBatter’s hand

Edit runs, wickets and target

Innings taskRuns scoredWickets lostTarget to win

Edit batter and conditions

Order describes their role. Watch their shots and how far they can hit.

SurfaceBatting orderTime at creaseCurrent intentObserved abilityObserved scoring strengthEdges and carryBoundary shapeDelivery control

ObjectiveBowling plan

Full length men’s T20I / ODI restrictions. Junior, local, reduced over and over rate conditions can differ. Confirm protection and close fielding restrictions for young players.