Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
googly
Noun
/ˈɡuːɡli/
Definition
A type of delivery in cricket that spins in an unexpected direction, often deceiving the batsman.
Examples
- The bowler surprised everyone with a perfect googly that hit the stumps.
- It’s challenging for a batsman to read a googly without proper experience.
- He perfected the art of bowling a googly during practice sessions.
Meaning
In cricket, a googly is a deceptive delivery bowled by a leg-spinner that appears to be a normal leg break but spins in the opposite direction, catching the batsman off guard.
Synonyms
- Leg break
- Deceptive delivery
- Trick delivery
