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 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 4/171 | 100.75 | 3.59 | 674 | 403 | 2 |
| ODI | 63 | 54 | 98 | 7/19 | 25.78 | 5.15 | 2,944 | 2,526 | 14 |
| IPL | 37 | 19 | 46 | 5/18 | 24.33 | 8.41 | 798 | 1,119 | 3 |
| Domestic T20 | 175 | 137 | 273 | 6/9 | 16.08 | 6.88 | 3,831 | 4,390 | 65 |
| First-class | 1 | 2 | 5 | 3/52 | 19.40 | 3.85 | 151 | 97 | · |
| List A | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3/15 | 5.00 | 2.50 | 36 | 15 | · |
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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