Fielding positions are an essential part of any cricket match and, if the captain places his or her players in the correct places, it can be key to the final outcome. Cricket is a sport with unique terminology and many of the fielding positions come with their own idiosyncratic language. In this guide we will …
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The basic aim in all forms of cricket is to score more runs than the opposition. Taking wickets will help to keep the total down but teams need runs in order to win any match, either in test cricket or either of the established limited overs formats. But how does cricket scoring work? This guide …
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It’s important to understand the difference between off side and leg side in cricket, and where are these two sections during the match for a number of reasons. They are particularly crucial in terms of field positioning and the laws of the game. What is Off Side and Leg Side in Cricket? A cricket field …
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Cricket teams field a varied bowling attack, including fast bowlers, which can be put into three categories – pace, seam and swing. Seam and swing bowling cause the ball to behave differently than it would have done had it followed its original trajectory. In the following article, you’ll get to understand the differences between swing …
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Before any game of cricket is played, the fielding side are given a brand new ball. Over the course of the match, the condition of that ball will deteriorate and, eventually, it would need to be replaced. Additional new balls are, therefore, part of the sport. In limited overs cricket matches, bowlers are not set …
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Different types of cricket balls can behave differently depending on the manufacturer and they now come in different colours depending on the format of the match in question. There is, therefore, far more to consider when it comes to the humble cricket ball. Let’s take a look at balls with regards to one day and …
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A ‘duck’ is an unwanted thing for any cricketer. Whether they are an experienced, capable batsman or a tailender, it’s something to avoid. Scoring a duck in cricket simply means that the batter hasn’t scored any runs in their innings before being dismissed. Over the years, the game has evolved to include terms for a …
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If a team is unhappy with a decision made by the on field umpires, they have the option for the third umpire to take a look at the standing umpire’s call. This is often referred to as DRS in cricket: By using available technology, that TV umpire can establish whether that original decision should be …
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A century is one of the most important statistics in cricket. In the following article, I discuss the meaning of the term and its significance in a batsman’s career. Also keep on reading, if you are interested in our up-to-date interactive charts about players with the most centuries. Centuries may not win games of cricket …
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Cricket is a global sport, now more than ever. This british sport is now played in more parts of the world than ever before and some might find it odd to ommit a popular sport like cricket from the Olympics. But was cricket ever included in the Olympics? And why is it missing now? Let’s …
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With cricket bats costing up to several hundred pounds for top of the range products, choosing the right one is essential. Along with the question of budget, there are other elements to consider including the weight and the overall length. It’s a very personal decision and it’s important for the buyer to have as much …
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The cricket field and pitch are two very different parts of the cricket ground. In order to avoid confusion, the field and the pitch carry very specific definitions and their dimensions are also clearly defined. In the following article, we will take a closer look at the different parts of the cricket ground, including the …
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In the sport of cricket, those who are responsible for upholding the laws on the field of play are the umpires. There are three of them directly involved in the match while another is held in reserve. In addition, there is a referee who has an entirely different job to undertake and most of their …
Originally there were 11 of them, but as the laws of cricket changed, there are altogether 10 ways to get out in cricket as of . Dismissals play a major role in any cricket match and they are pivotal to the overall result. The fielding side needs to claim dismissals in order to progress towards …
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Test cricket is the longest form of the sport and it’s the one that attracts the so-called ‘purists’. Based on the original laws, this is simply the first class game played at an international level. From the early days of the 1870s, test cricket has grown from the original two participating nations to include other …
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Powerplay in cricket is a significant factor in deciding the match result, at least in limited overs cricket. This is a period in the match where the fielding team is put under certain restrictions. A secondary Powerplay is traditionally taken by the batting side but it can, in certain circumstances, be taken by the fielding …
It’s not unusual for a limited overs cricket match if it ends in a tie. In the modern day, the game demands a more positive result and that’s why a super over has been introduced. Fans want to see a winner and that’s exactly what the Super Over looks to determine. What is a Super …
In order that the bowler doesn’t gain an unfair advantage, there are certain safeguards in place for the batsman. A no ball will be called and signalled if, in the umpire’s opinion, an illegal delivery has been sent down. There are a number of ways in which a delivery can be called illegal and be …
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As the sport of cricket has evolved, organisers have continually introduced new formats in order to attract a new audience. Traditionally, test and first class cricket had been the only form of the game but, in more recent years, one day formats have been implemented in order to produce more attacking batting and a feast …
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