Option for batting player to make batsman 'favour' a certain shot direction. Can help force manipulation of field placements, but slight risk of occasional mis-hit. Option for batting player to denote minimum number of runs required from a ball - useful at end of one day game where, e.g., only 6 runs will do, not just an aggressive 4. Different actions used by bowlers. More noticeable difference between Fast-Med. and Fast bowlers.
Bowlers pace getting faster as their career progresses.
Option to select for bowler a 'vary attack' icon, which, as seen on highlights screen, will vary line and length throughout over. Bowlers have different styles e.g. Sir Gary Sobers is down as fast medium but in fact bowled leg spin, off spin and even genuine quick during his career. Fielding Specific ratings and training for fielders. Particular for wicket keepers. The player can thus make most of their team.