This is a general glossary of the terminology used in the sport of cricket. Where words in a sentence are also … See more

Across the line A shot which is played with the bat moving lateral to the direction of motion of the ball. Used when the batter is aiming square or behind square, but requires excellent timing. Considered risky, as mistimin… See more

Cafeteria bowling (also buffet bowling) Poor quality bowling which is easy to hit, allowing the batters to help themselves to runs, analogous to a self-service cafeteria or buffet. Occasionally employed deliberately as declarati… See more

Daddy hundred Informal term for a batter's individual score that is substantially higher than a century. Some coaches set a requirement of at least 150 runs, but that value is not universal. Daisy cutter 1. A low-trajectory d… See more

Eagle-Eye see ball tracking Economical A bowler who concedes very few runs from their over(s), i.e. has a low economy rate. The opposite of expensive. Economy rate The average number of runs conceded per over deliver… See more