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Eight-Player Cricket Match

Modified cricket game with 8 players per team featuring structured overs, scoring system, and emphasis on wicketkeeping role

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About This Activity

Modified cricket game with 8 players per team featuring structured overs, scoring system, and emphasis on wicketkeeping role

Quick Info

high
24
40m x 30m minimum for two full pitches

Equipment Required

Cricket Stumps

4 sets (12 stumps)

Cricket Bats

4-6 bats

Tennis Balls

6-8 balls

Boundary Markers

20-30 cones

Scorecards

2 sets

Cricket Equipment

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Cricket

Activity Tags

Skills

Strategy
Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Catching

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Activity Type

Main Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Intensity

High Intensity

Competition

Moderate Competition

Weather

All Weather