Multiple choice general knowledge sports

In the event of an injured batsman being fit to bat but not to run, the umpires and the fielding captain may allow another member of the batting side to be a …….

  1. Substitute

  2. Runner

  3. Keeper

  4. Scorer

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B Correct answer
Explanation

When a batsman is injured and can bat but cannot run, the umpires and fielding captain may allow a runner. A runner is a teammate who runs between the wickets on behalf of the injured batsman. Note: runners are no longer allowed in international cricket since 2011, but the question reflects traditional laws.