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* Wet Ball Trick-The ability by the bowler to inconspicuously soak the ball ( usually a tennis ball ) in water, and bowl it to the batter without their knowledge.

If executed correctly, this causes both the ball to bounce and skid off the surface faster, while also causing water to be sprayed into the batsman's face.

Many a great wicket have been taken with this technique.