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EPISODE · Feb 15, 2026 · 1H 12M

How Batting Philosophy Shapes Performance | Alastair Maiden

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How do good batters actually think, train and perform under pressure?In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by World Cup-winning coach Alastair Maiden to explore how batting philosophy shapes performance in cricket.Ali has coached across county cricket, England Women’s international cricket (including the 2017 World Cup win), and franchise cricket with Birmingham Phoenix. This is a deep, practical conversation on how batters really develop — technically, mentally and culturally.In This EpisodeIndividual difference in battingNaturalness, rhythm and flowManaging expectation and pressureCoaching men vs womenTalent ID beyond averagesCompetitiveness vs statisticsDeveloping batters through game-based trainingWhy young players should start with the bat on the floorPlus listener questions on:Steve Smith’s pre-ball routineWhether it’s possible to “make it” without financial backingTimestamps00:00 – Why Batting Is So Complex02:00 – Alastair Maiden’s Coaching Journey08:00 – Playing Career & Turning to Coaching14:30 – Individual Difference in Batting23:00 – Coaching Men vs Women29:30 – The Mental Demands of Batting41:00 – Positive Intent & “Green Light” Running52:00 – Training with Context54:30 – Talent ID & What Stands Out57:30 – Competitors vs Achievers1:01:00 – Advice for Young Batters1:03:00 – “Bat on the Floor” Coaching Philosophy1:07:00 – Listener Question: Making It Without Money1:09:45 – Listener Question: Steve Smith’s Routine1:12:00 – Closing ThoughtsGot a question or topic idea?We love hearing from listeners.Email: [email protected]: https://www.cricketmind.onlineConnect with Cricket Mind OnlineInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cricket.mind.online/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cricket.mind.online/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-wood-coaching/

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How do good batters actually think, train and perform under pressure?In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by World Cup-winning coach Alastair Maiden to explore how batting philosophy shapes performance...

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