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Cricket fast bowlers get stronger arms: which training wins?

NCT ID NCT07440823

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at two different arm training methods for cricket fast bowlers: one that focuses on the muscle-lengthening phase (eccentric) and one that focuses on the muscle-shortening phase (concentric). 44 male fast bowlers aged 18-30 were randomly assigned to one of two 8-week training programs. Researchers measured changes in upper arm size, strength, and power to see which method works better.

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Active substance
accentuated eccentric training and concentric training
What this could lead to
If this trial succeeds, it could provide evidence-based guidance for optimizing strength and conditioning programs for fast bowlers, potentially improving performance and reducing injury risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The interventions are exercise-based, so individual adherence and effort can affect outcomes.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

44 people

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Started

Mar 2025

Finished

Nov 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Male participants only

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male fast bowlers age 18-30 years (17) * Bowlers having 2 years' experience of bowling (18) * Participants should actively playing or training in fast bowling (19). * Participants BMI must be between 18.5 and 25.5 Kg/m2 (20) Exclusion Criteria: * Participants with any or chronic injury to the upper limbs, shoulder or back. * Those who have undergone upper limb surgery within 12 months * Participants involved any other concentric or strength training program. * Participants with known cardiovascular or respiratory conditions will be excluded. * Participants using performance enhancing substances will be excluded

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Sports physical therapy

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Locations

  • Dring Stadium Bahawalpur

    Chak Four Hundred Fifty-four, Punjab Province, 63100, Pakistan

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