Isn't that sort of thing still happening? Some time ago I came across an article about a show in India like "Search for a Star" but the concept was to find the quickest bowler in India (not the best new singer). I think a similar concept was done in the UK recently. I'll see if I can find those links.
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Spelling out details of the contest, registration for which gets underway from Wednesday, the International Management Group (IMG) representative, Jamie Stuart — a former Western Australia cricketer — said at the CC&FC on Tuesday: "The exercise is an attempt to find an answer to India's search for quality fast bowlers. Our endeavour will be to try and prove that there is no dearth of quality quick bowlers in this country." - Source |
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Bowl as quick as you can,” said England’s Sajid Mahmood when asked for the best tip he would pass on to those wanting to follow in his footsteps. - Source |
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If you like quick bowling you might enjoy this Youtube video:
World's Fastest Bowler Competition - 1979