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

Steven Patterson is a cricket player from United Kingdom. The main role is all-rounder. The player represents Yorkshire County Cricket Club.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic T20 | 35 | 4 | 37 | 3/23 | 26.43 | 8.14 | 721 | 978 | 5 |
| First-class | 101 | 130 | 267 | 6/40 | 27.65 | 2.49 | 17,783 | 7,382 | 17 |
| List A | 43 | 20 | 55 | 5/24 | 28.78 | 5.17 | 1,836 | 1,583 | 8 |
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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