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

Tom Helm is a cricket player from United Kingdom. The main role is all-rounder. The current team is Middlesex County Cricket Club.
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic T20 | 123 | 52 | 140 | 5/11 | 26.10 | 9.05 | 2,422 | 3,654 | 23 |
| First-class | 59 | 82 | 165 | 6/110 | 33.15 | 3.30 | 9,937 | 5,469 | 25 |
| List A | 28 | 17 | 42 | 5/71 | 32.90 | 5.98 | 1,387 | 1,382 | 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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