lone hand

Example Sentences

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Earlier, Sciver-Brunt played a lone hand as the rest of England's top order made promising starts but were unable to capitalise, with opener Tammy Beaumont's 32 the next-highest contribution.

From BBC

Matthews was playing a lone hand in West Indies' pursuit of 145 for a consolation win at Chelmsford, but a rain delay with 48 runs required from the last 26 balls disrupted the chase.

From BBC

Captain Jos Buttler played a lone hand with 68 from 44 balls but Harry Brook was the next highest scorer with 17.

From BBC

Jonny Bairstow was caught down the leg side off the first ball of the chase and Joe Root followed for 13, leaving Ben Stokes to play a lone hand as he threatened another special knock.

From BBC

Once again, Kohli will have to play a lone hand – though Pant could be an exciting partner for him.

From The Guardian