Cricket Articles

Test cricket rules explained simply: understand the follow-on, declarations, new ball, sessions and draws through one clear match example.

Learn how DRS in cricket works, including player reviews, ball tracking, UltraEdge and Umpire’s Call, with one simple example.

ICC player rankings explained with clear examples of rating points, batting and bowling performance, separate formats and the all-rounder formula.

Learn how to calculate net run rate in cricket with the NRR formula, simple examples, all-out rules and the correct way to convert overs and balls.

Understand the dew factor in cricket, how dew affects cricket bowling and fielding, and why a wet ball can favour chasing in T20 cricket.

LBW in cricket can look obvious until the replay appears. The ball hits a pad, the bowler appeals, and the screen shows “pitching outside off” or “umpire’s call”….

Learn cricket fielding positions with a clear diagram. Understand slips, point, cover, midwicket, fine leg and how captains set a field.

Batting average vs strike rate explained with formulas, worked examples and the context needed to compare batters across Test, ODI and T20 cricket.

Understand how T20 and T20I cricket differ, with examples from franchise leagues, international matches and player records.

Learn swing vs seam bowling, the difference between movement in the air and off the pitch, plus inswing and outswing examples.