tight bowling

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Describes accurate cricket bowling that makes it difficult for the batsman to score runs.

bowlingADJECTIVE + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • The key to their victory was some very tight bowling in the middle overs.
  • A spell of tight bowling from the spinner completely changed the game's momentum.
  • The captain demanded tight bowling to build pressure on the new batsman.
  • We'll need some exceptionally tight bowling to defend this low score.
  • His relentless tight bowling eventually earned him a crucial wicket.
  • The team is renowned for its disciplined and tight bowling, especially under pressure.
  • They have maintained some very tight bowling throughout the morning session.
  • Executing tight bowling requires immense concentration and skill from the bowler.
  • After some expensive overs, the coach instructed the bowlers to return to tight bowling.
  • Was it the tight bowling or the difficult pitch that caused the batting collapse?