Multiple choice general knowledge sports

You often see a group of fielders standing in an arc near the wicket-keeper. Where are these players said to be standing?

  1. slips

  2. cover

  3. gully

  4. curve
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Explanation

Fielders standing in an arc close to the wicket-keeper on the off side are called 'slips.' This position is designed to catch edges from the batsman, especially from fast bowlers. There can be 1-9 slips depending on the situation. 'Cover' and 'gully' are other fielding positions, while 'curve' is not a cricket term.

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