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Why is a bouncer now called a bumper
- Thread starter Chopper294
- Start date
Arachnodouche
International Captain
Always thought bumper was the more archaic usage overriden by the modern bouncer.
Victor Ian
International Coach
For the sake of women, I'm not sure batter is such a great term either.
fredfertang
Cricket Web: All-Time Legend
"Bouncer" has certain inappropriate connotations too
harsh.ag
Cricket Web: All-Time Legend
Knocks you around if you don't keep your head down? Sounds about right.
vic_orthdox
Global Moderator
Nope.
To be fair to them, their women's participation numbers are going through the roof at the moment, CA are doing a very good job with it.