How to Buy a Cricket Ball Machine

A cricket ball machine is typically purchased by organizations that have cricket teams or leagues. The machine throws the balls at different speeds in order to accommodate all wicket keepers, and can be extremely helpful for simulating a variety of field drills. Since cricket is not a very popular sport in the U.S., you may have to rely on online sites to purchase the cricket bowling machine.

Things You'll Need

  • Computer with Internet
  • Money
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Instructions

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      Locate an online store that sells cricket ball machine. You can check with a local sporting goods store to see if they carry any machines, but online shopping may be the best way to go. For example, you can use stores like BeAPro.com, which carries cricket bowling machines produced by Jugs.

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      Find out the speed range for the cricket ball machine you are interested in buying. Variable speed models are ideal for running drills for different players. On average, consider a model with an adjustable speed range of 20 to 100 miles per hour.

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      Get a cricket ball machine that has multiple pitch selections. Some examples of selections you will want to be able to make include: in swing, out swing, fast risers and slow spins. It should also offer simulation of both right handed and left handed bowlers.

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      Determine the power source for the cricket ball machine. You need to know whether it needs access to an AC outlet or can run off of battery power. If you don't have easy access to an outlet on the field, you probably need a portable battery powered cricket ball machine.

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      Order the cricket ball machine after determining the final cost of the item with shipping charges. Shipping charges may prove expensive since cricket bowling machines are oversized items. If you take out an extended warranty, it will increase the final price as well.