caught behind
The term "caught behind" is a cricket-specific phrase describing a way a batsman can be dismissed by the wicketkeeper.
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Definition
B2Cricket
(technical, sport)A method of dismissal where the batsman is declared out after the ball touches the edge of the bat and is caught by the wicketkeeper before it hits the ground.
Example
- The batsman was caught behind by the wicketkeeper after edging the ball.
- She was caught behind for 25 runs in the match.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "caught behind":