A declaration happens when a captain voluntarily ends their team’s batting turn before all players are out. This tactical move usually occurs when the captain believes they have enough runs and want more time to bowl the opponent out.
Example: The captain announced a surprise declaration an hour before sunset to force the other team to bat in tricky light.
Pro-Tip: Declarations only happen in multi-day matches where winning requires taking all twenty of the opponent’s wickets.
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