One of cricket’s most innovative and daring shots, the reverse sweep was first popularized by Mushtaq Mohammad, a Pakistani cricketer, in the late 1960s. Mushtaq introduced the shot during the Test match and surprised the bowlers and fielders alike with his unorthodox execution.
Over time, the reverse sweep has become a key weapon in many batsmen’s arsenal, particularly in the shorter formats, allowing players to manipulate field placement and challenge conventional bowling strategies.
