Glossary of Cricket Terms - J

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Jaffa (also corker)

an exceptionally well bowled, practically unplayable delivery, usually but not always from a fast bowler. Taken from the idea that a 'Jaffa' is the best type of Orange.

Jayadevan's system

Jockstrap (also jock strap)

underwear for male cricketers, designed to securely hold a cricket box in place when batting or wicket keeping.