There are 11 different positions in cricket. Each position is named after a particular area of the field. The long/deepx field position is to the right of the batsman on his leg side. The short/short fine leg fielder sits behind the square on the leg side, at a 45-degree angle to the hitter.
Leg Slip
The role of the leg slip in cricket is to catch batted balls. There are many different leg slip positions for cricket. For example, you can have the leg slip position forward or backward.
Fly Slip
It is crucial that the field position of a cricket team is correct in order to determine its outcome. A defensive fielder sits at the boundary of the outfield and prevents batsmen taking a boundary shot. The fielder at point usually is the best, and the one at square is the next. These are not used in international cricket.
Extra Cover
The extra cover position in cricket, is one of most busy areas. This fielder's goal is to stop a batsman driving the ball off of his back or front foot. The extra cover fielder is situated between the regular cover fielder and mid-off. The extra cover fielder can be moved closer to or further from the wicket.
Deep Extra Cover
In cricket, the position of the Deep Extra Cover Fielder is crucial. Batsmen often try to drive the ball to the extra cover position, which can pay off when a wicket falls. In the same way, extra cover can be a boon for the bowling team.
Close Infield
Close Infield Cricket field positions require the fastest reflexes possible and the most efficient hands. The short leg fielder needs to be ready to take any ball that comes their way, and he should always be alert and on his toes. The short leg is a variant of silly point but it is on one side of the batsman.
Forward short leg
It is important to defend a catch at the forward short leg. It is difficult for fielders to catch in a dangerous position. However, they must remain confident in their abilities. They should practice making one-handed catch and staying low. A catch at forward short leg has the potential to change the outcome of a game. The fielder must know where the ball is going and should bend down to ensure they are correctly positioned.
Silly midpoint
Silly midfield positions in cricket are similar to silly point positions. But, one thing is different: A silly point fielder stands at an angle of 45 degrees from the batsman. This position is more prone to being struck by a fullblooded shot. Therefore, silly point fielders must be careful to ensure they are properly protected. A silly point fielder should also be quick to their feet.
Forward Fine Leg
The forward fine position in cricket is a lower fielding position. It is more close to the batting field than the middle off or deep midwicket positions. This position is often used to save paddle sweep shots or quick singles. The forward fine-leg fielder is typically located on the right side of the field.
Silly mid-on
In cricket, mid-on fielders stand in front of the mid-off and long off position on the field. This position is where the bowler will be when he runs up the pitch. The other position is long on, which is on the other side of the field and parallel to the boundary line.
Long off
A cricket field can have several players. For example, the longleg fielder is situated at a 60-degree angle to the batsman. This position is regarded as the midway point between square and fine legs. This position can be found at the cricket ground's long boundary.