As with the forehand clear, the purpose of this shot is to get the shuttle over your opponents head and force them as close to the rear court as you can. A backhand clear is usually only played when a player is not in a position to play a forehand (’round the head’) shot and as such, this is a defensive shot.
In this way, when would you use a backhand in badminton?
This technique is usually used for defence. The backhand clear and backhand drop is similar to the forehand badminton clear and forehand badminton drop shot, except that you use your backhand stroke instead of your forehand.
Likewise, people ask, what are the most important basic skill in badminton?
17 Fundamental skills of badminton
| S.N | Basic Badminton Skills | Types |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grip | Back Hand Forehand |
| 2 | Stance | Attacking Stance Defensive Stance Net Stance |
| 3 | Footwork | Move only 2-3 steps backward. Shuffle only 1 step sidewards. Move only 2-3 steps front |
| 4 | Serve | High Serve Low Serve |
Which grip is better for badminton?
The name Replacement Grip is self-explanatory; this grip is used as a replacement grip for the original grip, which comes attached with the Badminton racket. The replacement grips are slightly thicker. They are usually made up of PU or polyurethane as PU is good at absorbing shock and sweat.
What are the 5 shots in badminton?
There are five different types of badminton shots or strokes: Serves, clears, smashes, drives and drops.
What part of the body is leading when hitting a backhand shot in badminton?
Squash/Tennis: The backhand is performed in such a way that the tennis ball is hit from the side of your body. Badminton: The correct technique for a backhand stroke will allow you to hit the shuttle at your backhand area when it’s in mid-air (above your head).
How do you smash in badminton step by step?