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

James Pattinson is a cricket player from Australia who plays as an all-rounder. The current team is Brisbane Heat.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 21 | 25 | 81 | 5/27 | 26.33 | 3.23 | 3,964 | 2,133 | 5 |
| ODI | 14 | 7 | 13 | 4/51 | 48.85 | 5.66 | 673 | 635 | 3 |
| IPL | 10 | 2 | 11 | 2/19 | 29.09 | 9.01 | 213 | 320 | 2 |
| Domestic T20 | 37 | 18 | 40 | 5/33 | 27.02 | 8.71 | 745 | 1,081 | 8 |
| First-class | 30 | 41 | 117 | 6/73 | 23.49 | 3.14 | 5,255 | 2,748 | 5 |
| List A | 20 | 14 | 28 | 5/61 | 33.71 | 5.65 | 1,002 | 944 | 3 |
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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