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With which sport is the term 'silly point' associated?
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With which sport is the term 'silly point' associated?

A.

Cricket

B.

Hockey

C.

Football

D.

Badminton

Correct option is A


The correct answer is (a) Cricket.
The term 'silly point' is associated with the sport of cricket. It refers to a fielding position very close to the batsman, on the off side, and in line with the popping crease. The fielder at silly point stands very close to the batsman, typically to catch balls that are played with soft hands or to put pressure on the batsman.
· This position is considered "silly" due to the high risk of injury, as the fielder is very close to the batsman and in the direct line of powerful shots.
· The role of the silly point fielder is crucial in situations where the fielding team is looking to apply pressure on the batsman, especially in Test matches where close-in fielders are used to create catching opportunities off spin bowlers.

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