hit the ball twice

Definition

A rule ("law" in cricket) which when invoked results in the dismissal of a batsman (out), whereby the batsman has deliberately hit the ball with his bat a second time for a reason other than to protect his wicket.

Example Sentences

• "34. Hit the ball twice"
• "Law 34 (Hit the ball twice) ..."
• "5 Hit the ball twice - lf a striker sees that the ball, which has just been hit, is going to be caught, it would be unfair to hit the ball for a second time."