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

James Faulkner is a cricket player from Australia. The main role is all-rounder. The current team is Melbourne Stars.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 1 | 2 | 6 | 4/51 | 16.33 | 3.54 | 166 | 98 | · |
| ODI | 67 | 51 | 94 | 4/32 | 31.09 | 5.56 | 3,151 | 2,922 | 20 |
| IPL | 60 | 46 | 61 | 5/16 | 29.49 | 8.72 | 1,238 | 1,799 | 16 |
| Domestic T20 | 141 | 101 | 191 | 5/27 | 19.07 | 7.65 | 2,857 | 3,642 | 39 |
| First-class | 7 | 9 | 23 | 5/39 | 19.52 | 2.60 | 1,035 | 449 | 2 |
| List A | 7 | 6 | 8 | 2/27 | 30.13 | 4.76 | 304 | 241 | 1 |
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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