A "pair" in cricket refers to a specific, unfortunate scenario for a batsman.
Defining a "Pair"
A batsman makes a "pair" when they are:
- Dismissed for a duck (scoring zero runs) in both innings of a match.
According to information dated October 2020, a special case of the "pair" is the "king pair." This happens when:
- The batsman is out for a golden duck (out on the very first ball faced) in both innings.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Pair | Dismissed for a duck in both innings. |
| King Pair | Dismissed for a golden duck in both innings. |
