Slider (Wrist Spin)
Low-revs that drifts straight.
Technical Breakdown
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A wrist-spinner's variation with minimal side-spin, released with the back of the hand facing slightly more forward than the — drifts in the air, skids straight on (Anil Kumble's stock weapon).
History
Finger- and wrist-spin have been part of cricket since the 18th century; -arm spin was legalised in 1864, and the ICC's 15° flex tolerance (2005) modernised its regulation.
Release Point
Reduced side-spin means minimal turn off the ; perceived is lower than the .
Tactical Use
A -taking 1-in-an- weapon when the batter has set up for sharp turn.
Common Mistakes & Drills
Letting the wobble — the works because the is upright and the only change vs is rev count.
Famous Players
Drills → real performancesAnil Kumble
1990–2008Right-arm wrist-spinner (India)
Anil Kumble (Right-arm wrist-spinner for India, 1990–2008). Best known for: Perfect 10 vs Pakistan, 1999. Took all 10 Pakistan wickets in an at Delhi in 1999 — only the second bowler ever to do so — relying on and skid more than side-turn.