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Fielding positions: Wicketkeeper (1)

Mid wicketSquare legFine legWicketkeeperSlipsThird manGullyPointCoverMid off

The most specialised position within the team and the most used is the wicketkeeper.

The keeper stands behind the stumps, although further back if the bowler is quicker.

They often stand right up to the stumps to a slower bowler to try and stump the batsman.




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