Short Leg

Short leg is a close-in fielding position on the leg side, very close to the batsman. The fielder often wears protective equipment due to the danger from the bat.

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What is Short Leg in cricket?

Short leg is a close-in fielding position on the leg side, very close to the batsman. The fielder often wears protective equipment due to the danger from the bat.

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More Fielding Positions & Terms

Slip

Slip is a fielding position behind the batsman on the off side, close to the wicketkeeper. First slip is closest to the keeper, followed by second slip, third slip, etc.

Gully

Gully is a fielding position on the off side, between point and the slips. It is wider than the slips and often catches balls that are cut or edged.

Point

Point is a fielding position on the off side, square of the wicket. It covers cut shots and balls played square on the off side.

Cover

Cover is a fielding position on the off side, between point and mid-off. Cover fielders often need to be athletic to cut off drives and quick singles.