Bowler/ˈbəʊlər/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Cricket Term Used specifically in cricket to refer to the player delivering the ball to the batsman. The new bowler has a unique bowling style. Pro Tip 2/3Bowling Style Indicates the type of delivery used in cricket, such as 'fast' or 'spin'. He is recognized as a fast bowler for his speed. Pro Tip 3/3Not a Pitcher Don't confuse 'bowler' in cricket with 'pitcher' in baseball; they are different sports. In cricket, the bowler runs up to bowl, unlike a pitcher.