Cricket

Cricket is a bat-and-ball game that is played between two teams, typically consisting of 11 players each. The game is played on a circular or oval-shaped field, with a rectangular 22-yard long pitch in the center. The objective of the game is for one team, known as the batting team, to score runs by hitting the ball bowled by the opposing team, known as the fielding team, and running between the wickets at either end of the pitch.

The fielding team aims to restrict runs and dismiss the batsmen in various ways, such as catching the ball after it has been hit or hitting the wickets with the ball. Cricket matches can vary in format, including Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 (T20) matches, each with specific rules and durations. The game is known for its strategic depth, complex rules, and rich history, making it one of the most popular sports in many countries, especially in regions like South Asia, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the West Indies.