Lesson 27 of 33
Helicopter Shot
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Wristy whip .
Bat Path: Bat starts down-and-around, finishes high the shoulder in a circular path.
Technical Breakdown
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A power from outside leg stump played with a rotating wrist (MS Dhoni's signature; Rishabh Pant variant).
Physics Involved
Wrist rotation generates exceptional bat speed late in the ; works best against full-length deliveries on leg stump.
Tactical Use
Late-overs option — turns a defensive ball into a six.
Common Mistakes & Drills
Trying it against short or balls; the helicopter is for full straight balls only.
Famous Players
Drills → real performancesMS Dhoni
2004–2019Wicket-keeper batter (India, captain)
MS Dhoni ( batter for India, captain, 2004–2019). Best known for: , 2011 WC final. The is a wristy to the — the bottom-hand whip turns a defensive ball into a leg-side six. Captained India to all three ICC trophies.
Helicopter shot, 2011 WC final