inswinger

/ɪnˈswaɪnər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of delivery in cricket where the ball is swung in towards the batsman, often to right-handed batsmen.

“The fast bowler’s inswinger caught the batsman off guard and resulted in a wicket.”

Synonyms

  • inswinger ball
  • swinger

Antonyms

  • bouncer
  • outswinger