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The average number of runs a batsman scores per innings, derived by dividing the total runs scored by number of dismissals. Also used as a predictor of romantic success; as denoted by the phrase "batting above his average" being uttered upon seeing a couple exhibiting vastly differing levels of relative physical attractiveness.

Another term for "Leg Cutter".

A shot played firmly along the ground, usually through extra cover or square leg, designed to disperse pigeons gently grazing on the re-seeded wicket ends. This shot can sometimes be played with a little too much gusto, leading to an avian fatality. This is then termed a 'Pie Filler'.

During the mid 1980's Mattiah Muralitharan travelled to a highly acclaimed cricketing accademy in Oregon, USA. Whilst there he met modern cinema martial arts specialist Chuck Norris, there to improve his lacklustre batting averages.

A delivery that reaches the broadly grinning batsman at around head height without bouncing. Due to the risk of injury to the batsman, a beamer is an illegal delivery, punishable by; 1, no ball being called and 2, should the bowler own a BMW motorcar, this shall be seized under the cricket traffic act 1988 sec 19 (2) and crushed immediately.

Only the bravest of all gentlemen would enter the field of sport without the proper protection for his most precious of jewels. It is the most sensitive of areas for a young cricketer to purchase. I remember it well, the day I wandered into old Slippy StJohns Sport Emporium to measure myself against his patented 'Man 2 Boy Box Measurerer'. Oh what an afternoon that was. Lock ins will never be the same again.

Thin edge; the difference between life and death. The thin edge is the occasion when you have to decide between returning to the marital home or remaining for the 'next wicket'. The thin edge is also known as the dash from your seat and to the Gents and back before a ball is bowled between overs; also known as the splash and dash.

The term coined in 1864, by Frederick Trillingbare - noted engineer and inventor of the three wheeled tram, refers to a type of bowling action often employed by beginners of the sport. It is a simple overhand bowl which employs gravity, friction, and Newton's 3rd law. While it is not challenging to an experienced batsman, it remains surprisingly effective in the bar afterwards when waiting to be served.

Traditionally a term meaning to bowl six deliveries without conceding a run. Its meaning has expanded since 1978 following refinement by several English, Pakistani and particularly Australian players on tour coming to mean to catch the eye of a wannabe glamour model in Stringfellows.

The fielding position between point and slips. Also incredibly useful when rain stops play to redirect water flow appropriately.