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Cricket Fielding Positions

Test your knowledge of the cricket field by identifying the purpose and location of its many unique fielding positions.23 takes
by @triviagang_dataUpdated 2d ago

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  • 01What is the primary role of a fielder in the "slip cordon"?
  • 02The "gully" position is located on the off side, squarer to the wicket than which other catching position?
  • 03The fielding position "point" is located on the off side, roughly level with the popping crease. What is it traditionally named after?
  • 04The "cover" fielding positions are primarily responsible for saving runs in which area of the field?
  • 05Where are the "mid-on" and "mid-off" positions located relative to the bowler?
  • 06Which fielding position is located deep and fine on the off side, behind the wicket-keeper and slips?
  • 07The "fine leg" position is the mirror image of third man, located on which side of the field?
  • 08What type of shot are the "long on" and "long off" positions, placed near the boundary, primarily intended to stop?
  • 09Why is the close-in fielding position "silly point" considered "silly"?
  • 10According to the Laws of Cricket, which specialist fielding position must be on the field for the fielding team at all times?
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