| − | '''Backyard cricket''' is an informal version of the game [[Cricket (game)|cricket]] which is extremely popular in [[Australia]]. It is mostly played in a backyard, hence the name "backyard cricket". It can also be played in places such as [[park]]s, streets, home garages and other open areas. | + | '''Backyard cricket''' (also known as "beach cricket") is an informal version of the game [[Cricket (game)|cricket]] which is extremely popular in [[Australia]] and [[New Zealand]]. It is mostly played in a backyard, hence the name "backyard cricket". It can also be played in places such as [[park]]s, streets, home garages and other open areas. |