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VOL. 8, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Association between hamstring flexibility, lower back flexibility, and sprint speed in Cricket players: A narrative
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Sachin Kaushik, Poonam Dankher
Abstract

Aim: This narrative review explores the relationship between hamstring flexibility, lower back flexibility, and sprint speed in cricket players, with a focus on how hamstring tightness impacts musculoskeletal injuries and performance.

Methodology: A comprehensive review of relevant studies was conducted, examining flexibility interventions like dynamic soft tissue mobilization and conventional therapy.

Result: The findings indicate that hamstring flexibility significantly influences range of motion and injury risk, with tightness potentially contributing to knee and low back pain. Fast bowlers were found to exhibit greater flexibility, strength, and sprint speed compared to batsmen.

Conclusion: Overall, the review concludes that improved hamstring flexibility plays a crucial role in reducing injury risk and enhancing sprint performance. Female cricketers demonstrated greater hamstring flexibility than male players, and while hamstring tightness was not directly linked to lower extremity injuries, it contributed to pain in the knee and lower back. Flexibility training, particularly for the hamstrings, is essential for optimizing performance and minimizing injuries in cricket players.
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Pages:3-6
How to cite this article:
Sachin Kaushik, Poonam Dankher "Association between hamstring flexibility, lower back flexibility, and sprint speed in Cricket players: A narrative". International Journal of Medical Science and Research, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 3-6
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