Fast Bowling Basics
Learn the basics of fast bowling, from the run-up to a smooth action. Build speed step by step.

Graham Onions is a cricket player from United Kingdom. The main role is all-rounder. The current team is Lancashire County Cricket Club.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 9 | 10 | 32 | 5/38 | 29.91 | 3.58 | 1,606 | 957 | · |
| ODI | 4 | 1 | 4 | 2/58 | 46.25 | 5.44 | 204 | 185 | 1 |
| Domestic T20 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 3/15 | 20.00 | 8.24 | 102 | 140 | · |
| First-class | 59 | 77 | 243 | 7/68 | 25.51 | 3.29 | 11,319 | 6,198 | 6 |
| List A | 20 | 7 | 25 | 4/48 | 35.68 | 5.72 | 935 | 892 | 1 |
Learn the basics of fast bowling, from the run-up to a smooth action. Build speed step by step.
Spin bowling turns the ball off the pitch. Learn a simple grip and how to give the ball a spin.
Accurate bowling puts the ball where you want it. Practice a target and a repeatable action.
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