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

Matthew Potts is a cricket player from United Kingdom who plays as an all-rounder. The current team is Durham County Cricket Club.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 11 | 15 | 36 | 4/13 | 33.36 | 3.29 | 2,191 | 1,201 | 12 |
| ODI | 11 | 6 | 12 | 4/38 | 33.33 | 5.97 | 402 | 400 | 4 |
| Domestic T20 | 86 | 32 | 102 | 5/17 | 23.24 | 8.65 | 1,644 | 2,370 | 31 |
| First-class | 65 | 81 | 257 | 9/68 | 25.37 | 3.07 | 12,729 | 6,521 | 25 |
| List A | 9 | 4 | 16 | 4/62 | 23.38 | 5.84 | 384 | 374 | 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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