Multiple choice general knowledge

Another new concept of T-20 cricket is the free-hit, wherein a batsman gets a change to have a free hit at the ball knowing that he cannot be given out. When does the free-hit come into play?

  1. When the bowler bowls a foot fault no ball

  2. When the bowler bowls a beamer

  3. When the bowler bowls a wide

  4. When the bowler sledges the batsman
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Explanation

Free hit applies specifically to front-foot no-balls (foot faults). During a free hit, the batsman can only be dismissed by run-out, hitting the ball twice, or obstructing the field. It does not apply to beamers, wides, or any other bowling violation.

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