Olly Stone — England Fast Bowler

Olly Stone: Career Overview

Olly Stone is an England right-arm fast bowler born on 9 October 1993 in Norwich. He has represented Warwickshire and Nottinghamshire in domestic cricket and is capable of consistently bowling at 90+ mph, making him one of England's fastest bowlers when fit. His pace and steep bounce from a high action make him a potent threat in all formats.

International Career and Injuries

Stone made his Test debut for England in 2019 and quickly impressed with his raw pace, taking wickets against Australia and other leading nations. However, a series of back and foot injuries has repeatedly interrupted his career and limited his appearances at international level. Despite the fitness challenges, Stone has remained in England's thoughts whenever fit, and coaches have consistently spoken highly of his ability to bowl at genuinely fast speeds — a rare commodity in English cricket.

Playing Style

Stone's primary weapon is his pace. He bowls a full length and uses his speed to trouble batters who are not expecting the ball to arrive as quickly, and his steep bounce from his tall action makes him difficult to play off the back foot. He also bowls an effective short ball and has developed a good slower delivery to complement his pace. His long-term fitness management remains the key to his international career.