Glossary term
Knuckle Ball
Slower ball released off the knuckles to reduce pace
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Simple definition
Knuckle Ball refers to slower ball released off the knuckles to reduce pace. 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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