While statistical evidence may not establish this incontrovertibly as yet, a couple of methods have emerged as notably effective strategies for otherwise hapless bowlers this season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Those methods are wides and classical length balls on top of the off stump. Even as the bowlers find themselves pummelled, tactics are being devised by coaches and the mentors through these methods to regain some control over the high-flying and rampaging batters.

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