📍 THIS WEEK’S RADAR

• ⭐ Bethell breaks through — a century, a statement, and a spot in England’s No.3 debate?

• 🏏 Swing path drills that unlock cleaner ball striking, fast.

• 🎯 Burger’s bowling masterclass drops — pro drills now in Hindi and English on the Royals Hub.

• 🧤 Throw better with a towel — Breese’s no-ball drill sharpens accuracy and mechanics.

• 🧠 Got a tricky player? Dan Abrahams says ask better questions — not louder ones.

• 💼 This week’s trending jobs.

⭐HOT THIS WEEK

Is Jacob Bethell Too Good to Hold Back?

If you happen to have a spare 11 minutes and 47 seconds to hand, go and find the video of Jacob Bethell batting at Southampton earlier this month. I promise you it’ll be worth it. In the whole realm of online cricket highlights (and that’s a key distinction) I’d wager that it’s not possible to spend a more pleasurable 11 minutes and 47 seconds.

His maiden hundred against South Africa had everything – power, touch, and confidence under pressure. It came after a frustrating summer of limited chances, but that one innings flipped the script, putting him straight into England’s No.3 conversation.

The big question now: stick with Pope, or back the prodigy? The echoes of 2005 and Kevin Pietersen’s rise are loud. For coaches and fans alike, Bethell’s story is a reminder of what happens when talent finally meets opportunity.

🏏BATTING LAB

The Secret to Timing & Power at the Crease ⚡️🏏

Zendon Verster shares batting drills designed to fix swing path issues and unlock cleaner timing and more power. The focus is on practical adjustments players can apply straight away — helping coaches sharpen their batters’ technique and consistency.

🎯BOWLING LAB

Fast Bowling with Shane Burger 🌪️

Step into Shane Burger’s fast-bowling school, now available on the Royals Coaching Hub in both English and Hindi. Practical drills, pro insights, and accessible coaching designed to raise standards for bowlers everywhere. Press the image below to learn more!

🧤FIELDING LAB

Throw More Accurately with Just a Towel 🏏

James Breese demonstrates a simple towel drill designed to sharpen throwing mechanics without using a cricket ball. By refining arm speed, body alignment, and release technique, this low-load drill helps players throw faster, smoother, and with greater accuracy. A practical tool for coaches working with developing or elite cricketers alike.

🧠THE MIND GAME

Coaching ‘Challenging’ Players 🏏

Sports psychologist Dan Abrahams recently shared a brilliant list of 24 questions to help coaches work with players they might find ‘challenging.’ His point? These players aren’t difficult—they’re simply expressing their values, goals, and personalities. The best coaches flex: they adapt, ask smarter questions, and use these differences to unlock performance.

👉 At your next nets session, try one of Abrahams’ questions instead of giving another instruction—you might just uncover what really makes your player tick.

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