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Q In cricket, what is a "powerplay"?

Question ID
#6495
Subchapter
Cricket
Action
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  • A A period of the game during which the fielding team is allowed to have more than six fielders on the leg side
  • B A period of the game during which the bowling team is allowed to have two fielders outside the 30 yard circle
  • C A period of the game during which the batting team is allowed to take as many runs as they can without worrying about getting out
  • D A period of the game during which the fielding team is not allowed to appeal for LBW decisions
Correct Answer: B

Explanation

In cricket, a "powerplay" is a period of the game during which the bowling team is allowed to have only two fielders outside the 30-yard circle. This is usually taken during the middle overs of a limited-overs match.

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