carry (one's) bat

carry (one's) bat

In cricket, to have not gotten out at the end of one team's completed innings. If our best player can carry his bat, then we have a good chance to win the game.

See also: bat, carry

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carry your bat

(of an opening batsman or top-order batsman) remain not out at the end of your team's completed innings.

See also: bat, carry

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