Glossary term
Free Hit
Next ball after certain no-balls, with most dismissals removed
Rules & UmpiringBeginner
Simple definition
Free Hit refers to next ball after certain no-balls, with most dismissals removed. It is part of the standard language of cricket and helps explain how matches are played, scored, discussed, or analyzed.
Why it matters
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