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

Ben Sanderson is a cricket player from United Kingdom who plays as an all-rounder. The current team is Northamptonshire County Cricket Club.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic T20 | 110 | 30 | 134 | 6/8 | 23.77 | 8.69 | 2,200 | 3,185 | 24 |
| First-class | 111 | 157 | 431 | 8/73 | 22.26 | 2.69 | 21,386 | 9,595 | 8 |
| List A | 41 | 24 | 59 | 3/17 | 28.17 | 5.20 | 1,919 | 1,662 | 7 |
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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