Cricket explained: What is the standard length of a cricket pitch?
The pitch measures 22 yards (20.12 metres) between the bowling creases.
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What is the standard length of a cricket pitch?
The pitch measures 22 yards (20.12 metres) between the bowling creases.
This is a short educational introduction to a general MCC Law. Competition playing conditions may differ. For a particular delivery, consult the official record and the conditions applying to that match.
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