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

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| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 19 | 33 | 60 | 5/49 | 39.83 | 3.76 | 3,816 | 2,390 | 1 |
| ODI | 156 | 82 | 233 | 5/27 | 31.46 | 5.61 | 7,839 | 7,331 | 37 |
| IPL | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2/23 | 45.50 | 9.10 | 60 | 91 | · |
| Domestic T20 | 286 | 101 | 329 | 4/2 | 22.47 | 7.45 | 5,952 | 7,393 | 55 |
| First-class | 34 | 48 | 102 | 4/17 | 30.55 | 3.67 | 5,101 | 3,116 | 12 |
| List A | 34 | 25 | 57 | 5/33 | 27.60 | 5.34 | 1,766 | 1,573 | 8 |
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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