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

Asitha Fernando is a cricket player from Sri Lanka who plays as an all-rounder. The current team is Sri Lanka national.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 24 | 34 | 76 | 6/51 | 28.37 | 3.52 | 3,672 | 2,156 | 4 |
| ODI | 28 | 10 | 34 | 4/35 | 32.88 | 6.03 | 1,112 | 1,118 | 4 |
| Domestic T20 | 22 | 3 | 19 | 3/35 | 38.16 | 10.02 | 434 | 725 | 1 |
| First-class | 18 | 18 | 42 | 4/31 | 29.60 | 3.29 | 2,269 | 1,243 | 4 |
| List A | 2 | · | 3 | 2/11 | 10.67 | 2.67 | 72 | 32 | · |
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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