5 cricketing skills that are very difficult to master

#1 Flipper

Shane Warne used the flipper to devastating effect

One of the most exciting variations that a leg-spinner has in his armoury is the flipper. It can be one of the most devastating deliveries when bowled perfectly. Leading wrist-spinners have used the delivery to make a mockery of some of the best batsmen in the world over the years. At the same time, it is also one of the most difficult deliveries to master. Throughout the history of the sport, only very few leg-spinners have been able to use it with any success.

Extra Cover: SK Glossary - What is a flipper in cricket?

The spinner needs to hold the ball between his thumb and the index as well as ring finger before releasing it from the front instead of from the back as is the case with a regular leg-break delivery. Many leg spinners have tried and failed to completely have any kind of mastery over the delivery. Shane Warne remains the finest exponent of the flipper in the modern era.