The approach: Listen to Sir Richard on
what makes a great fast bowler. Also learn about his approach towards
batsmen and his philosophy of interrogating the batsmen by looking at
every ball as a question posed to the batsman who will answer the question.
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Sir Richard on his favourite fast bowlers:
"The philosophy of other bowlers is quite interesting because we are all different...."
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Sir Richard on Dennis Lillee:
"Dennis Lillee is arguably the greatest fast bowler ever in the history of the game.
I find it very difficult to believe that there was somebody better than Dennis Lillee....."
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The importance of your bowling action:
What is your bowling action? side-on or front-on?
Does you action follow a natural rhythm? Look at Sir Richard demonstrate the action.
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The importance of your run-up:
How do you hold the ball in your hand when you run up to bowl?
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The focus: Have you ever thought about what
should be your focus when you run in to bowl? Here's your chance to pick
up some tips from Sir Richard.
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Four key words:
"Four key words constantly went through my mind, not necessarily on a ball by ball
basis, but perhaps more so when the things were a little bit tough." Find out what
kept Sir Richard going.
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The importance of timing in delivering the ball:
Find out how your hands and shoulders should be moving to deliver the perfect ball.
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