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

Stephen Parry is a cricket player from Australia. The main role is all-rounder. The current team is Lancashire County Cricket Club.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 2 | · | 4 | 3/32 | 23.00 | 4.84 | 114 | 92 | · |
| Domestic T20 | 67 | 16 | 58 | 5/13 | 28.72 | 7.54 | 1,326 | 1,666 | 18 |
| First-class | 15 | 18 | 29 | 5/45 | 34.00 | 2.51 | 2,359 | 986 | 6 |
| List A | 34 | 21 | 41 | 3/23 | 31.93 | 5.07 | 1,548 | 1,309 | 11 |
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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