Variation

Any delivery by the bowler that is not their stock ball Used to make the bowling less predictable, which may surprise or deceive the batter.

Vee

1. an unmarked, loosely defined V-shaped area on the ground at which the batter stands at the apex. The two sides of the “V” go through the mid-off and mid-on regions, similar to the fair area of a baseball field, or the area where fielders “on the drive” are placed. Most shots played into this region are straight-batted shots, which do not involve the risks associated with playing across the line.
2. the V-shaped joint between the lower end of the handle and the blade of the bat (see also splice).

Very fine leg

see long stop

Village

Adjective, roughly equivalent to ‘amateurish’, indicating that the standard of play or organisation is typical for village cricket. Pejorative if applied to a professional.

Village cricket

Amateur cricket, particularly in England & Wales, with players typically drawn from a single village or suburb. The level of organisation varies: sometimes games are part of an official league, sometimes only friendly matches. The standard of play is below that of club cricket and often includes beginners to the sport.