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    Fast bowling (also referred to as pace bowling) is one of two main approaches to bowling in the sport of cricket, the other being spin bowling. Practitioners of pace bowling are usually known as fast bowlers, quicks, or pacers.

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  2. Dec 2, 2020 · Studies have shown that it takes a batsman 0.3 seconds to “react” − to process the line of the ball, make a judgment on its likely course and decide which stroke to play. It takes another 0.3...

  3. Apr 23, 2024 · Unveil the secrets of fast bowling in cricket! Explore techniques, variations, and strategies employed by legendary fast bowlers.

    • Fast bowling isn’t all about muscle. Strength isn’t the limiting factor when it comes to bowling speed – it’s more about the physical action. Mark King, bio-mechanics expert at Loughborough University, says, “All else being equal, being a bit stronger will help, but it’s technique that’s more important.”
    • Virtual models are used to improve performance. Experts at Loughborough University have spent 15 years breaking down the mysterious set of movements that make up the bowling action.
    • The run-up is all-important. The steps taken before a ball is bowled may look like a precursor to the main action, but they’re crucial to generate energy and speed that will help propel the ball forward.
    • Elegance isn’t everything. Fast bowler James Anderson has taken over 500 test wickets – more than any bowler in history. But his career almost ended early – at 24 – when coaches tried to reshape his unconventional bowling action.
  4. Feb 25, 2013 · 25-Feb-2013. Stephen Brenkley in the Independent talks to Kevin Shine, England's ace fast-bowling coach, who shares his vision of producing a legion of bowlers capable of bowling around 100mph....

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