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Pace plus skills ideal for fast bowlers, reckons Sanjeev

Delhi bowling coach Sanjeev Sharma argues that raw pace is insufficient for modern fast bowlers. During the Ranji Trophy match against Bengal, he emphasized that elite performance requires a combination of speed, swing, seam movement, and tactical awareness.

Sharma noted that while hitting 140 kph is a common benchmark for international prospects, technical proficiency remains the primary factor for success on Indian pitches. He also stressed the importance of physical conditioning, game intelligence, and mastering the red ball to excel across all formats.

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