| When bowling in cricket there are many possible | | | | as steady and level as possible, looking towards your |
| cricket tips or hints that can help improve your | | | | target. |
| bowling. | | | | Pull your front arm down and through the target |
| In bowling, a combination of natural ability, good | | | | area, making sure you complete the delivery with a |
| technique and practice is the recipe for good bowling, | | | | full follow through. |
| whether it is fast, slow or spin. | | | | Try to keep everything in the same direction, |
| Here are some tips that will help your bowling and | | | | towards your target, keep your hips and shoulders |
| when implemented correctly your bowling speed: | | | | parallel/in-line, and follow through the delivery in the |
| The basic grip to hold the ball is to keep the seam | | | | direction where you intend the ball to go. |
| vertical and to hold the ball with your index finger and | | | | Also as a bowler it is very important to stay in great |
| middle finger either side of the seam with the side of | | | | shape, as you'll enjoy the game more and perform |
| your thumb resting on the seam underneath the ball. | | | | better in the latter stages if you have good stamina. |
| In your approach/run in, try to stay: | | | | So incorporating some light weight sessions in to your |
| Smooth, | | | | training is important. |
| Balanced, | | | | Also aim to try and run 3 times a week to keep your |
| Economical, | | | | cardiovascular system in top condition and to improve |
| Rhythmical, | | | | your stamina. South African fast bowler Makhaya |
| Consistent and stay relaxed and try not to tense up. | | | | Ntini, is well know for running 10Km every morning, |
| During your approach and action, your head position | | | | even on match days! |
| is very important. Make sure that as you approach | | | | But make sure you consult your coach/doctor/gym |
| the wicket you are running at a steady, consistent | | | | instructor before starting any sessions. |
| speed, and increase strides. Aim to keep your head | | | | |