Cricket Bowling Techniques
Master the Art

By Nidhi Singh

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Grip: The grip on the cricket ball is fundamental. There are various grips for different types of deliveries

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Footwork is vital for power and accuracy in bowling. Maintain balance, align feet correctly, and focus on stride length.

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Bowling Action: A bowler’s action should be smooth, balanced, and repeatable. It’s crucial to maintain a consistent action.

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Run up: Bowlers must maintain a consistent run-up, tailored to their individual style. Fast bowlers may opt for longer strides, whereas spinners may use shorter run-ups.

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Wrist Position: Wrist position affects the ball’s movement like leg spin, off-spin, and variations like the googly.

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Seam and Swing Bowling: Bowlers can use the seam of the ball to achieve movement off the pitch. This involves holding the seam in a certain direction to create deviations.

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Change of Pace: Varying delivery speed tricks batsmen; disguising slower ones catches them off guard.

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Bowling to Different Fields: Understanding field placements is vital. Adapt your line and length to the captain’s strategy for effective bowling.

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