There is also the argument that there would have been an opportunity for one of those hitters to get their eye in before cutting loose, rather than watching Ian Bell fiddle about as only 21 runs were scored from the first six overs.

BBC: Jonathan Agnew column

Some experts say hitters should perform better with their dominant eye closer to the pitcher.

WSJ: Baseball's Oddest Fraternity

Furthermore, their research shows that major-league hitters use both eyes at the plate, not just their "lead" eye.

WSJ: Baseball's Oddest Fraternity