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garytyrrell t1_itgqmlj wrote

Anyone have a link to highlights? I don’t watch cricket, but lots of people saying it’s the best game they’ve seen - would love to get a glimpse.

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A-British-Indian t1_itgtgby wrote

Unfortunately the 5 minute highlights don't do it justice, misses out a few important points. If you happen to have ESPN+ I believe the full match replay is there, and it might be worth watching through the second half of that.

Edit: unofficial but significantly better.

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atherw3 t1_itgsu4r wrote

Here's the final over

If you're confused about the terms I've explained some in layman...

No ball = Ball went over the waist height of the batsman (in this video)

Free hit = Basically an extra life for the next ball only (batsman can hit as he wishes)

Wide = The ball was bowled far away from the batsman

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ispeakdatruf t1_ith3vgw wrote

> Here's the final over

.... aaaand just like that it's taken down. Any other sources?

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gaseous_defector t1_itgxp6t wrote

I’ve had this question for a while now: I see a ton of balls that are above the batters waist, why are most not considered no balls?

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atherw3 t1_itgyenn wrote

if the ball bounces off the ground and goes above waist it's a fair ball... but if the bowler throws it directly as if he wanted to hit the player it's a no ball

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HUGE_MICROPENIS t1_itgymq3 wrote

If it bounces it can go up to the batters head, it only has to stay below the waist if it’s on the full

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diuturnal t1_itifs94 wrote

Just give it another hour, jomboy will have a full breakdown.

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Nizzleson t1_itktanc wrote

There are internet denizens here who will have links for you, but all I can offer is a bit of advice.

A truly great cricket match is a journey. Highlights are fine, but I really do recommend a leap of faith with a game like this.

World cup on Aussie soil. 90,000+ in attendance at the massive, hallowed MCG. One of the great rivalries. Established legends on both teams. And you already know it's a fucking trip of a game.

Just say "fuck it."

Grab six beers and some snacks.

Make an evening of it. It's worth it.

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