no ball
In cricket, a 'no ball' is an illegal delivery by the bowler, resulting in penalties for the bowling team and advantages for the batting team.
Definition
B2Cricket
(technical, sports)An illegal delivery by the bowler, resulting in an extra run for the batting side and a free hit for the batter.
Example
- The umpire signaled a no ball when the bowler overstepped the crease.
- A no ball gave the batter an opportunity for a free hit.
B2Cricket
(technical, sports)The act of a bowler delivering an illegal ball.
Example
- The bowler was warned for repeatedly no balling.
B2Cricket
(technical, sports)The call and signal made by the umpire to indicate an illegal delivery.
Example
- The umpire called a no ball and extended his arm to signal the infraction.
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "no ball":
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