Cricket Basics Quiz
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What is the primary role of the wicket-keeper?

  • To stand behind the striker and watch the game
  • To signal the end of the play
  • To bowl the ball to the striker
  • To catch the ball and complete the ball (correct)

Which of the following conditions indicates a dead ball?

  • The batsman is not ready to play (correct)
  • The wicket-keeper leaves their position
  • The striker successfully hits the ball
  • The ball lodges in a fielder's glove

What position does the non-striker occupy during play?

  • Beside the striker, ready to catch the ball
  • In front of the wicket, facing the bowler
  • Behind the other popping crease, waiting to run (correct)
  • Adjacent to the wicket-keeper, monitoring the game

What happens if the ball in play cannot be found?

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What characterizes the position of a right-handed batsman?

<p>Feet positioned in front of the wicket and bat held down (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is a wicket-keeper?

The player behind the wickets who aims to catch the ball and complete the dismissal of the batsman.

What is a striker?

The batsman who is facing the bowler and attempting to hit the ball.

What is a non-striker?

The batsman who stands behind the striker and is waiting to run between the wickets if needed.

What is a dead ball?

This happens when the ball is no longer in play for various reasons such as the wicket-keeper catching the ball, the ball reaching the boundary, the batsman completing a run, or the umpire declaring the batsman not ready to play.

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What is a lost ball?

A ball is declared lost by a fielder if it cannot be found or recovered, which grants the batting side a reward.

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