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Bowling Speed Converter

Convert bowling speed between km/h and mph in an instant, find out which pace category it falls into, and see how it compares to the fastest deliveries ever recorded.

Convert A Bowling Speed

Enter a speed and switch direction between km/h and mph.

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Type a bowling speed to convert it and see how it compares to the fastest deliveries ever bowled.

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Converting Bowling Speed: km/h and mph

Cricket speeds are shown in kilometres per hour on most broadcasts, but many fans think in miles per hour. Converting between the two is simple:

The Conversion

mph = km/h × 0.6214

km/h = mph × 1.6093

Example: 145 km/h × 0.6214 ≈ 90.1 mph.

Pace Categories

  • Express Pace (150+ km/h): genuine heat — the quickest bowlers on the planet.
  • Genuine Fast (140–150 km/h): hostile pace with real bounce and carry.
  • Fast-Medium (130–140 km/h): skiddy pace built on swing and control.
  • Medium (120–130 km/h): steady seam-up bowling relying on accuracy.
  • Military Medium (95–120 km/h): nagging line, length and cutters.
  • Spin / Slow (under 95 km/h): flight, drift and turn do the damage.

How Fast Is The Fastest Ball Ever?

The fastest delivery officially recorded is 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) by Shoaib Akhtar at the 2003 World Cup — the only ball to break the 100 mph barrier in an international match.

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Bowling Speed FAQ

Multiply the km/h figure by 0.6214. For example, 150 km/h × 0.6214 ≈ 93.2 mph. This tool does it automatically as you type.
Generally, 140 km/h and above is considered genuinely fast, while 150 km/h+ is express pace reserved for the quickest bowlers in the world.
Shoaib Akhtar of Pakistan holds the record at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph), bowled against England during the 2003 World Cup.
The speeds shown are widely reported figures for famous deliveries, included for comparison and interest. Speed-gun readings can vary slightly by equipment and era.