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Why the Cover Drive Is the Most Photographed Shot in Cricket

From Victor Trumper in 1905 to Virat Kohli in 2026, the cover drive has dominated cricket photography for over a century. A look at the geometry, history, and cultural weight behind cricket's most iconic shot.

20 May 2026 · 8 min read

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