Bowling Terms
Maiden Over
A maiden over is an over in which no runs are scored off the bat (excluding extras). It shows excellent bowling control and puts pressure on the batting team.
Example:
"The bowler completed three consecutive maiden overs."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maiden Over in cricket?
A maiden over is an over in which no runs are scored off the bat (excluding extras). It shows excellent bowling control and puts pressure on the batting team.
Can you give an example of Maiden Over?
The bowler completed three consecutive maiden overs.