DHAKA, April 6, 2026 (BSS)- Bangladesh Cricket has taken a step forward in 
adopting modern training technology with the introduction of a spin bowling 
machine for the first time. 

The machine was used during the national team's skill camp for the upcoming 
New Zealand (NZ) series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in the 
capital's Mirpur today, aiming to enhance batsmen's ability to face spin 
bowling.

Previously, bowling machines available in the country were primarily used to 
simulate pace bowling and short-pitched deliveries. 

Cricket enthusiasts believe the addition of a spin bowling machine will bring 
a new dimension to practice sessions, offering a more realistic and varied 
experience against spin.

Such machines are widely used in international cricket, particularly in 
countries like England, Australia and New Zealand, where they help compensate 
for the limited availability of quality spin bowlers in training 
environments.

Speaking to the media, Cricket Operations In-charge Shahriar Nafees confirmed 
the procurement of the machine.
 
"This bowling machine is called Merlyn by Bola. It had been under discussion 
for a long time and was ordered recently," he said. "Due to its heavy weight, 
it was transported by sea instead of air."

The machine is capable of delivering three types of spin - off-spin, leg-spin 
and arm balls, Nafees added.
 
"The length and pace of deliveries can be adjusted, and it can be operated 
both manually and automatically. In automatic mode, it can deliver 25 to 30 
balls in a sequence," he explained.

According to officials, the modern spin bowling machine was purchased at a 
cost of approximately £10,000 (around Taka 1.6 million). 

It is expected to play a significant role in improving the batting skills of 
Bangladeshi cricketers against spin in the coming years.