SportsAugust 24, 2026

wicketkeeping

WIK-it-kee-ping

Definition

The specialized role in cricket of the player positioned behind the batter's wicket to catch balls or effect run-outs.

Etymology

A compound of 'wicket' (an Old North French word for a small gate) and 'keeping' (the present participle of the Old English 'cepan'). It refers to the defensive position 'kept' or occupied by the player guarding the stumps.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the technical duty Jurel took over for Rishabh Pant when Pant suffered a shoulder injury during the match.

Jurel reveals why his century celebration was special

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Rediff

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