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Q In cricket, what is a powerplay?

Question ID
#6553
Subchapter
Cricket
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  • A A period of the game where the fielding team is allowed to have more than 11 players on the field
  • B A period of the game where the batting team is allowed to have a designated number of overs with fewer fielders in the outfield
  • C A period of the game where the umpires use a different ball with more swing
  • D A period of the game where the batsman is allowed to use a larger bat
Correct Answer: B

Explanation

In limited-overs cricket, a powerplay is a period of the game where the batting team is allowed to have a designated number of overs with fewer fielders in the outfield. This is usually used to try to increase the run-scoring rate during the middle overs of an innings.

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