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

Matt Parkinson is a cricket player from United Kingdom. The main role is all-rounder. The player represents Lancashire County Cricket Club.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/47 | 47.00 | 3.03 | 93 | 47 | · |
| ODI | 5 | 1 | 5 | 2/28 | 40.60 | 5.86 | 208 | 203 | 1 |
| Domestic T20 | 121 | 28 | 160 | 5/23 | 19.69 | 7.85 | 2,409 | 3,150 | 14 |
| First-class | 76 | 100 | 238 | 7/126 | 33.15 | 3.32 | 14,266 | 7,890 | 11 |
| List A | 38 | 19 | 67 | 5/51 | 25.64 | 5.46 | 1,888 | 1,718 | 4 |
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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