Glossary
In longer formats, a fresh ball taken after a set number of overs. Note the over in the book.
The new ball is a fresh ball the fielding side may take after a set number of overs. It swings and seams differently from an older ball, so captains plan around it.
Record the over and the time the new ball is taken.
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