lbw
Britishabbreviation
Example Sentences
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However, Stanley was eventually trapped lbw by Muhammad Abbas for five and Harris was caught behind for 66 off Aitchison when trying to manufacture a single.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Scotland collapsed when Adil Rashid trapped Berrington lbw in the next over, losing their last seven wickets for 39 runs from 113-3.
From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026
Against the impressive Windies, Tom Banton also chipped a catch to extra cover pushing a drive off Motie, while Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks were bowled and pinned lbw respectively playing from the crease.
From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026
Smith was the crucial wicket, given out lbw to Aaron Hardie on review after looking in good touch with three fours off 13 balls.
From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026
He reviewed the decision to give him out lbw, but the ball-tracking technology came down in Sri Lanka's favour and he was out on umpire's call.
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026
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