Cricket

/ˈkrɪkɪt/

noun

A game played by two teams of eleven people, where a player tries to hit a ball with a bat and score runs.

We are going to play cricket this afternoon.

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Cricket is a sport much like baseball, enjoyed and followed passionately in several countries.

I support the Indian cricket team.

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A single cricket game can last a whole day or even up to five days.

The test cricket match lasted for five days.

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Cricket has unique terms like 'bowler', 'pitch', and 'wicket'. Learn these for fuller understanding.

He is the best bowler in our cricket club.

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