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 | 104 | 140 | 307 | 7/74 | 32.68 | 3.15 | 19,088 | 10,033 | 19 |
| ODI | 79 | 26 | 114 | 4/34 | 31.02 | 5.72 | 3,709 | 3,536 | 16 |
| IPL | 117 | 21 | 96 | 5/12 | 35.18 | 8.38 | 2,419 | 3,377 | 20 |
| Domestic T20 | 32 | 4 | 28 | 2/12 | 29.18 | 7.60 | 645 | 817 | 9 |
| First-class | 4 | 6 | 15 | 4/52 | 23.07 | 3.02 | 687 | 346 | 1 |
| List A | 5 | 2 | 8 | 3/47 | 26.50 | 4.82 | 264 | 212 | · |
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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