A golden duck in cricket refers to a batsman getting out on the very first ball they face without scoring any runs. It is one of the most disappointing dismissals for a player.
Types of Ducks in Cricket:
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Golden Duck: Out on the first ball faced.
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Silver Duck: Out on the second ball faced without scoring.
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Bronze Duck: Out on the third ball faced without scoring.
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Diamond Duck: Out without facing a ball — usually in a run-out scenario.
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Royal Duck: Dismissed for a duck as the opening batsman on the first ball of the innings.
Why Is It Significant?
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A golden duck is often embarrassing and can psychologically affect a batsman.
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It can also give the bowling team a significant boost in confidence.
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In crucial matches, a golden duck from a key player can influence the outcome of the game.
Though it is a part of the game, no batsman ever wants to experience a golden duck!