Synonyms for

Batsman

Verb / ˈbæˈtsmæn / Another word for batsman — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A player of the batting side who is currently batting in a cricket match.

Synonyms & similar words

hitter slugger batter cricketer striker hitter batter player sportsman competitor athlete opener tailender scorer centurion

Synonyms by register

Formal

batter striker

Informal

hitter slugger

Antonyms

bowler fielder wicketkeeper umpire spectator

Common collocations

  • opening batsman
  • middle-order batsman
  • tail-end batsman
  • batsman's end
  • batsman's innings
  • batsman's partnership
  • batsman's score

Word family

noun batsman
verb bat

Usage note

Primarily used in cricket. In baseball, the equivalent term is 'batter'.

Example sentences

  1. The batsman scored a century in the last match.
  2. The coach sent the new batsman to the crease.
  3. The batsman hit the ball out of the park.
  4. The batsman played a defensive shot to block the ball.
  5. The batsman was caught out by the fielder.

Quotes

  • As a batsman, you know when you've got them on the hop.
  • The best way to stop a batsman scoring runs is to get him out.
  • A good batsman should have patience, concentration, and technique.

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