bowling

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All 40 wickets in the match fell to seam bowlers - this was the first completed Test to be played in England since 1988 where neither side opted for a single delivery of spin bowling.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

After the home side lost a crucial toss and were hustled out for only 140, it was vital they made use of the favourable bowling conditions after two lengthy rain delays.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

For all the attention on England's batting, it is the seam bowling that is in a bigger state of flux, and a new-look attack had to deliver on Thursday evening.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

On the Ashes tour of that winter, his fitness was publicly questioned by then England bowling coach Jon Lewis.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

“Yeah, you think you’re a human bowling ball, or what?”

From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt