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Does saliva on the ball aid in reverse swing? Mitchell Starc responded

by Mahabahu Karn DharApril 17, 2025

Delhi: Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc is currently playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 on behalf of Delhi Capitals (DC). Recently, in the match played at Arun Jaitley Stadium against Rajasthan Royals (RR), he bowled brilliantly and won the team in the super over. After the match, Stark expressed his opinion on an […]

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Hygiene concerns: saliva off the ball can spread germs.

Equality: not all players produce the same amount of saliva.

Health risks: saliva can transmit diseases.

Fair play: tampering with the ball can give unfair advantage.

Modernization: new technologies can replace saliva for shining the ball.

by Mahabahu Karn DharMarch 13, 2025