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

Dillon Pennington is a cricket player from United Kingdom. The main role is all-rounder. The current team is United Kingdom.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic T20 | 80 | 26 | 79 | 4/9 | 28.06 | 9.18 | 1,449 | 2,217 | 20 |
| First-class | 66 | 88 | 211 | 5/32 | 28.88 | 3.30 | 11,092 | 6,094 | 12 |
| List A | 18 | 10 | 26 | 3/42 | 34.69 | 5.85 | 925 | 902 | 2 |
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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