Dugout

All sports use protective structures. In cricket, special zones called dugouts are used to protect against accidental ball hits. They house the players who are not involved in the game and the coaching staff. The term is borrowed from association football.

Dugout: the basic meaning

The dugout is used regularly in Twenty20 International meetings. At the discretion of the organizers of the match/tournament, the protective structure may also be installed in other formats of cricket: Test and One Day International. Some cricketers want the dugout to be a must for matches. Players can feel calmer psychologically and be less stressed in it. At the same time, coaches often do not sit in the pits but try to follow the game from a more comfortable position. There are more chances to convey a certain attitude to the players being near the field to make the necessary comments.