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

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| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Balls Bowled | Runs Conceded | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 56 | 66 | 166 | 6/88 | 31.44 | 3.52 | 8,900 | 5,219 | 15 |
| ODI | 75 | 21 | 106 | 4/31 | 33.63 | 6.01 | 3,559 | 3,565 | 19 |
| IPL | 148 | 48 | 144 | 4/23 | 30.08 | 8.51 | 3,056 | 4,332 | 36 |
| Domestic T20 | 21 | 8 | 20 | 3/27 | 28.40 | 8.08 | 422 | 568 | 7 |
| First-class | 6 | 10 | 8 | 3/32 | 62.13 | 3.13 | 954 | 497 | · |
| List A | 7 | 5 | 16 | 5/33 | 20.25 | 5.17 | 376 | 324 | 1 |
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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