Cricket, Explained Properly
Every cricket question, answered properly.
Cricket rules, records, greatest-of-all-time rankings, league guides and fixtures — answered clearly and kept current.
Rules & Terms
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What Is Retired Out in Cricket? Law 25 Explained
Retired out means a batter leaves voluntarily and is recorded out. Learn MCC Law 25, whether the batter can return, and how it differs from retired hurt.
How Many Creases Are There in Cricket? All Lines Explained
A cricket pitch has four creases at each end: one bowling, one popping and two return creases. See all eight positions, dimensions and uses.
LBW Full Form in Cricket: Leg Before Wicket Explained
LBW stands for leg before wicket. Learn the five conditions in MCC Law 36, when a batter is not out, and how DRS and umpire's call work.
Slogger Meaning in Cricket: More Than a Big Hitter
A slogger hits hard to score quickly, often with limited control. Learn how sloggers differ from power hitters, finishers and technically attacking batters.
What Is an Innings in Cricket? Meaning and Rules
An innings is one team's turn to bat, or one batter's time at the crease. Learn how innings work in Tests, ODIs and T20s and the five ways they end.
Meaning of Sledging in Cricket: Banter, Abuse and Rules
Sledging means using words or gestures to unsettle a cricket opponent. Learn what may be tolerated, what breaks Law 42 and how serious abuse is punished.
Records & Stats
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ICC Champions Trophy Winners List: 1998 to 2025
Every ICC Champions Trophy winner, runner-up, captain and final result from 1998 to 2025, including the 2002 shared title and India's record.
Cricket World Cup Winners by Year: 1975 to 2023
Every men's ODI Cricket World Cup winner, runner-up, captain and final result from 1975 to 2023, plus title totals and the 2027 hosts.
Asia Cup Winners List: Every Champion From 1984 to 2025
Every men's Asia Cup winner, runner-up and final result from 1984 to 2025, with India, Sri Lanka and Pakistan title totals and ODI/T20 formats.
County Championship Winners List: 1890 to 2025
Every County Championship winner from 1890 to 2025, plus title totals by county, shared championships, cancelled seasons and the latest champion.
IPL Winners List 2008 to 2026: Every Champion by Season
Every IPL winner from 2008 to 2026 with runners-up, final venues and results, plus titles per franchise and all Orange Cap and Purple Cap winners.
T20 World Cup Winners List 2007 to 2026: Every Champion
Complete T20 World Cup winners list from 2007 to 2026 with runners-up, hosts, final margins and players of the tournament, plus the women's champions.
Gear & Equipment
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What Is Retired Out in Cricket? Law 25 Explained
Retired out means a batter leaves voluntarily and is recorded out. Learn MCC Law 25, whether the batter can return, and how it differs from retired hurt.
How Many Creases Are There in Cricket? All Lines Explained
A cricket pitch has four creases at each end: one bowling, one popping and two return creases. See all eight positions, dimensions and uses.
LBW Full Form in Cricket: Leg Before Wicket Explained
LBW stands for leg before wicket. Learn the five conditions in MCC Law 36, when a batter is not out, and how DRS and umpire's call work.
Slogger Meaning in Cricket: More Than a Big Hitter
A slogger hits hard to score quickly, often with limited control. Learn how sloggers differ from power hitters, finishers and technically attacking batters.
Types of Balls in Cricket: Red, White and Pink Explained
Cricket uses red, white and pink leather match balls. Compare their formats, visibility and wear, plus training balls, official sizes and major brands.
What Is an Innings in Cricket? Meaning and Rules
An innings is one team's turn to bat, or one batter's time at the crease. Learn how innings work in Tests, ODIs and T20s and the five ways they end.
Meaning of Sledging in Cricket: Banter, Abuse and Rules
Sledging means using words or gestures to unsettle a cricket opponent. Learn what may be tolerated, what breaks Law 42 and how serious abuse is punished.
ICC Champions Trophy Winners List: 1998 to 2025
Every ICC Champions Trophy winner, runner-up, captain and final result from 1998 to 2025, including the 2002 shared title and India's record.
Cricket World Cup Winners by Year: 1975 to 2023
Every men's ODI Cricket World Cup winner, runner-up, captain and final result from 1975 to 2023, plus title totals and the 2027 hosts.