knuckler

/ˈnʌklər/

Definitions

1. noun

A delivery in the sport of cricket where the bowler delivers the ball with a bent elbow, making it difficult for the batsman to hit.

“The batsman struggled against the fast bowler’s knuckler, which kept bouncing awkwardly.”

Synonyms

  • bouncer
  • short-pitched ball

Antonyms

  • full-toss
  • loopy delivery