middle order

noun

The batsmen who bat in positions 5 to 7; often the poorer batsmen, the wicket-keeper and the bowlers who can bat best.

Meanings

nounmiddle order (plural middle orders)

plural middle orders

  1. ball gamesThe batsmen who bat in positions 5 to 7; often the poorer batsmen, the wicket-keeper and the bowlers who can bat best.
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