Maiden Over (Noun)
Meaning
(cricket) an over in which no runs are scored.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The bowler was thrilled to have bowled a maiden over, restricting the opposing team's scoring opportunities.
- The maiden over was a much-needed respite for the fielding team, who had been under pressure from the batsmen all morning.
- After a string of expensive overs, the bowler finally managed to bowl a maiden over, restoring some balance to the game.
- The batsman was frustrated to have faced a maiden over, unable to get the scoreboard ticking over.
- The maiden over was a testament to the bowler's skill and control, as she varied her pace and length to keep the batsman guessing.