Third Man

Third man is a fielding position on the off side, behind square and close to the boundary. It covers cuts, edges, and late deflections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Third Man in cricket?

Third man is a fielding position on the off side, behind square and close to the boundary. It covers cuts, edges, and late deflections.

Related Terms

Slip Gully

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.