cover drive

A 'cover drive' is a stylish and technical shot in cricket, often admired for its elegance and precision.

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Definition

(sports)A shot where the batsman hits the ball along the ground towards the cover region using a straight bat and a full swing.

The batsman executed a perfect cover drive, sending the ball racing to the boundary.
His cover drive is one of the most graceful shots in his repertoire.

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