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Question
Explain the following term in cricket:
Free hit
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Solution 1
A non-verbal action in which the umpire raises his right hand and moves it in a circular motion through the air.
Solution 2
If a bowler bowls a no ball by overstepping the popping crease or touching (crossing) the return crease, the next delivery will be a free hit for the facing batter. He cannot be out on the free hit except being run out.
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