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

Harry Gurney is a cricket player from United Kingdom. The main role is all-rounder. The current team is Melbourne Renegades.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 10 | 6 | 11 | 4/55 | 39.27 | 5.70 | 455 | 432 | 1 |
| IPL | 8 | 1 | 7 | 2/25 | 34.00 | 8.81 | 162 | 238 | · |
| Domestic T20 | 100 | 13 | 131 | 5/30 | 22.31 | 8.05 | 2,178 | 2,922 | 11 |
| First-class | 52 | 70 | 177 | 6/25 | 29.38 | 3.36 | 9,276 | 5,200 | 3 |
| List A | 38 | 8 | 54 | 5/51 | 34.02 | 6.30 | 1,750 | 1,837 | 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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