wicket

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Archer, who began by beating the bat four times in a maiden, was unlucky not to take a wicket early, which allowed Tim Seifert and Finn Allen to build a partnership of 64.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Bowling coach Tim Southee said he expects a "pretty scrappy" wicket.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

But an 84-run stand off just 47 deliveries for the seventh wicket between Cole McConchie and Santner enabled them to set a tricky target on a turning pitch.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

"It was a tacky wicket as it was under cover for a while. After losing a few wickets, it was tough to get back into the game."

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

A kid sits behind the ticket wicket, his face framed by bags of pink and blue cotton candy.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen