Question

Why do fielders pull their hand gradually with the moving ball while holding a catch?

Answer 1

the fielder pull their hand which reduces the velocity of ball which do not cause any injury to the hands of the fielder from the velocity of the ball

Answer 2

• While catching a fast moving cricket ball, a fielder on the ground gradually pulls his hands backwards with the moving ball.
• This is done so that the fielder increases the time during which the high velocity of the moving ball decreases to zero.
• Thus, the acceleration of the ball is decreased and therefore the impact of catching the fast moving ball is reduced.