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Glossary term

Drop Catch

Missed catching chance

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Simple definition

Drop Catch refers to missed catching chance. It is part of the standard language of cricket and helps explain how matches are played, scored, discussed, or analyzed.

Why it matters

Connected theme: Fielding
Connected theme: Defense
Connected theme: Pressure

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