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Cricket Explained

Cricket Explained is a dedicated section of this website created to help fans, beginners, and curious readers understand cricket in a clear, structured, and reliable way.

Cricket is one of the most followed sports in the world, yet it can be confusing for those who are new to the game. Different formats, complex rules, match situations, and specialized player roles often make it hard to fully enjoy what’s happening on the field. This section breaks cricket down into simple, well-organized explanations without unnecessary jargon.

Here you’ll find clear guides on how cricket works, the differences between Test matches, ODIs, and T20s, the most important rules explained step by step, and detailed insights into player roles such as batsmen, bowlers, wicketkeepers, and all-rounders. Every article is written independently, based on trusted sources, match analysis, and real cricket knowledge.

Whether you’re learning cricket for the first time or want to deepen your understanding of the game, Cricket Explained is your starting point.

Learn the fundamentals of the game before diving deeper.

  • What Is Cricket?

  • How a Cricket Match Works

  • How Runs Are Scored

  • Cricket Field & Equipment Explained

Cricket is played in different formats, each with its own rules and strategies.

  • Test Cricket Explained

  • One Day International (ODI) Explained

  • T20 Cricket Explained

  • Key Differences Between Cricket Formats

Understand the most important rules and match scenarios.

  • Powerplay Rules Explained

  • No-Ball, Free Hit & Wide Explained

  • LBW Rule Explained Simply

  • Duckworth–Lewis–Stern (DLS) Method Explained

Every player has a specific role on the field.

  • Role of a Batsman Explained

  • Role of a Bowler Explained

  • What Does a Wicketkeeper Do?

  • All-Rounder Role Explained

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