The switch-hit has come back into focus as Australian batsman Glenn Maxwell has been utilising the same to great effect in the limited-overs matches against India.
Ganguly was quoted as saying in a Mid-Day report:
The ex-India skipper was highly impressed with the manner in which Maxwell hit a six using the switch-hit during the third ODI against India at the Manuka Oval. He explained:
On being asked whether he had seen any other batsmen play the switch-hit to great effect, Ganguly responded:
Ian Chappell vs Glenn Maxwell on the switch-hit debate
A switch-hit involves a batsman changing his grip and stance completely. So a left-handed batsman, in effect, becomes a right-hander and vice-versa while playing the switch-hit.
Over the last couple of weeks, former Australian skipper Ian Chappell has opined that while playing the switch-hit needs skill, it is not fair for bowlers. He said:
Maxwell, however, responded to the statement, defending himself and the switch-hit. The attacking batsman replied when asked about Chappell’s comments after the third ODI against India:
In a recent column for ESPNCricinfo, Chappell suggested that the umpires should start calling the delivery a dead ball in case a batsman tries to play the switch-hit.
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