3. Lofted straight drive
Embed from Getty ImagesThe world seems to be a better place when ABD smokes it downtown.
It doesn’t bother the South African even though the ball speed clocks north of 140 Kmphs. If it’s a half volley, he never misses bringing his astonishing bat swing into play. And that’s when you can witness the magic.
The way he completes this shot would tell us how much power has been invested in it. However, what fascinates more is the instant elevation that ABD gets to make those huge sixes.
The attention he used to give for his backlift, bat swing and completion of the shot makes his lofted straight drive more unique than any other hitters.
