fast bowling

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

A style of bowling in cricket where the ball is delivered at high speed.

bowlingADJECTIVE + NOUN

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fast

Examples (10)

  • The team's strategy relied heavily on their aggressive fast bowling.
  • He is considered one of the greatest exponents of fast bowling in cricket history.
  • Facing genuine fast bowling for the first time can be an intimidating experience.
  • Mastering the art of fast bowling requires incredible physical fitness and years of practice.
  • The coach spent the session focusing on the mechanics of fast bowling.
  • Unlike spin, fast bowling depends on pure speed and swing to dismiss the batsman.
  • Australia has a long tradition of producing world-class fast bowling talent.
  • The pitch conditions were perfect for fast bowling, with plenty of bounce.
  • A recurring injury forced him to retire early from his career in fast bowling.
  • The development of modern helmets was influenced by the dangers of fast bowling.