1. Introduction
Cricket is a popular outdoor sport played between two teams of 11 players each. It originated in England and is now widely played across countries like India, Australia, and England. The game is governed globally by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
2. Objective of the Game
The main aim is to score more runs than the opponent team.
One team bats to score runs, while the other team bowls and fields to restrict runs.
3. Basic Equipment
🏏 Bat
🟠 Ball
🛡️ Protective gear (pads, gloves, helmet)
🧤 Wicket (stumps and bails)
4. Playground Structure
The game is played on a circular or oval ground.
In the center, there is a pitch (22 yards long).
At both ends of the pitch, wickets are placed.
5. Players and Roles
Each team has 11 players:
Batsmen – Score runs
Bowlers – Deliver the ball to take wickets
Fielders – Stop runs and take catches
Wicketkeeper – Stands behind the stumps
6. Types of Matches
Test Matches
Played up to 5 days
Longest format
One Day Internationals (ODI)
50 overs per team
Twenty20 (T20)
20 overs per team
Fast and entertaining format
7. Basic Rules
Each team gets a turn to bat and bowl.
Runs are scored by:
Running between wickets
Hitting boundaries (4 or 6 runs)
A batsman can be out in several ways:
Bowled
Caught
Run out
LBW (Leg Before Wicket)
8. Scoring System
1 run: Running between wickets
4 runs: Ball reaches boundary (ground)
6 runs: Ball crosses boundary (air)
9. Important Terms
Over: 6 balls bowled
Innings: Batting turn of a team
Duck: Scoring zero runs
Century: 100 runs by a batsman
10. Famous Tournaments
ICC Cricket World Cup
T20 World Cup
Indian Premier League (IPL)
11. Conclusion
Cricket is not just a sport but a passion, especially in countries like India. It promotes teamwork, strategy, and physical fitness.
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