Delve into the intricate world of Cricket, a sport of strategy, skill, and rich tradition loved globally. Its unique terminology and legendary players provide compelling crossword challenges.
Cricket offers a unique and engaging challenge for crossword enthusiasts, with its specialized vocabulary and historical depth. Puzzles can feature terms like "wicket," "googly," or "leg before wicket," along with iconic players and legendary matches. The sport's strategic nuances and global appeal make it a fertile ground for clever clues that test both sports knowledge and wordplay acumen, delighting fans worldwide.
Crossword clues used in cricket puzzles, with answers and links to play.
“The number of runs awarded for hitting the ball over the rope without bouncing”
SIX (3)
“The status of a batter who has lost their wicket”
OUT (3)
“Small wooden pieces that sit on top of the stumps”
BAILS (5)
“The period of time a team spends batting”
INNINGS (7)
“The set of three wooden stumps and two bails”
WICKET (6)
“Protective gear worn on the hands by the batter or keeper”
GLOVES (6)
“The points scored by the batting team”
RUNS (4)
“A style of fast bowling intended to beat the batter with speed”
PACE (4)
“The player who delivers the ball to the opponent”
BOWLER (6)
“The white lines marked on the pitch near the stumps”
CREASE (6)
“The person whose job is to hit the ball and score runs”
BATTER (6)
“The three vertical posts at each end of the pitch”
STUMPS (6)
“The famous trophy played for between England and Australia”
ASHES (5)
“A style of bowling where the ball rotates to change direction”
SPIN (4)
“The player standing directly behind the stumps to catch the ball”
KEEPER (6)
“A style of bowling where the ball rotates and turns”
SPIN (4)
“The group of players selected for a team”
SQUAD (5)
“Protective hand gear worn by the batter and keeper”
GLOVES (6)
“The grassy area where the game is played”
FIELD (5)
“A sequence of matches played between two teams”
SERIES (6)
“A shout to the umpire asking for a player to be out”
APPEAL (6)
“The official who makes decisions on the field”
UMPIRE (6)
“A score of zero runs for a batter”
DUCK (4)
“The three vertical posts that the batter defends”
STUMPS (6)
“The number of runs awarded for hitting the ball to the rope with a bounce”
FOUR (4)
“A set of six legal deliveries by a bowler”
OVER (4)
“The player who stands behind the stumps to catch the ball”
KEEPER (6)
“Equipment used to hit the ball”
RACKET (6) · BAT (3)
“A team's turn to bat”
INNINGS (7)
“Three vertical posts in the wicket”
STUMPS (6)
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