Phrase guide

hit wicket

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Meaning 1

Describing a method of dismissal of a batsman (out) in which the batsman hits his own wicket either with the bat or his body, usually while attempting to play the ball. A very rare event.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, cricket, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

Examples

  • He was hitwicketed on the third ball of the over.

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