Bowling action

But good coaches are well aware that many successful bowlers employ their own unique styles and some give birth to new, improved technique (for example, Bart King).

[3] A spinner's approach differs from that of a medium pace or fast bowler, but certain principles remain the same: The strides of the bound, back foot contact, front foot contact and the first stride of the follow through should all be in line to give a balanced action that flows towards the target.

Medium pace and quick bowlers usually employ a straight approach that is aligned toward the target.

For example, Spin bowlers tend to have very short run-ups, some even approach the bowling crease at a walking pace.

Fast bowlers tend to have long, rhythmical run-ups to allow them to develop momentum which adds to their ability to bowl the ball at high speeds.

In contrast, side on bowlers need to rotate their bodies through ninety degrees and so tend to have a longer, higher bound.

It is crucial for the arm to be stiff, not bent,[7] and the wrist rather looser, to ensure smooth release of the ball, and sufficient bounce off the pitch.

The front of the upright wrist and tips of the index and middle fingers all point to the target.