Most clubs play league and cup cricket these days. From the County Championship down to Under 13's, there is always trophy to play for.

But building a winning side is a combination of complex factors, something that comes naturally to some sides while others struggle to gel together over a summer.

While you can never be sure that you have all the league winning elements, you can increase your chances by learning the tricks that have taken great sides to the top.

Here are those tactics in one easy-to-reference place for the first time. Feel free to copy them and take your team to the number one spot.

Part 1: Tactics

How to control the result of club games
How to use Twenty20 tactics in club cricket
Limited overs tactics
How to deal with controversial tactics
How to successfully hide bad fielders
How to read the pitch as well as Ian Botham
How to gain the psychological edge
Sledging for beginners

Part 2: Teamwork and Attitude

Now you can have teamwork like the County Champions
How to avoid going quiet in the field
How to adopt an Australian attitude
The importance of a good coach
Remember the underrated players to bring success
How to win ugly

Part 3: Captaincy

9 Duties of club cricket captains
10 Ways to avoid boring draws
Developing potential captains
Mike Brearley on captaincy
What makes a great cricket captain?

Part 4: Bowling

How to bowl out any team
Getting the most from spin bowling
Fast bowling tactics

Part 5: Batting

How to improve your teams run rate
Mark Ramprakash's tactics for batting success
Going over the top

Part 6: Practice and Preparation

5 ways to be better prepared for club cricket
Preseason preparation
Why practice matches are better than nets
How to practice with a bowling machine
The role of the coach in club cricket preparation

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