Glossary term
Leg Byes
Extras scored after the ball deflects off the batter's body
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Simple definition
Leg Byes refers to extras scored after the ball deflects off the batter's body. 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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