Multiple choice general knowledge sports

What is a long-hop?

  1. A peculiar spinning action devised by 'Bunny' Rabbetski

  2. A huge stride made by a batsman trying to reach the ball

  3. A poor delivery by a bowler

  4. A fielding position on the boundary edge
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C Correct answer
Explanation

In cricket terminology, a 'long-hop' is a poor delivery by a bowler that pitches short and allows the batsman easy time to play it. It is considered a bowling error because it lacks the desired length or line to trouble the batsman.

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