Illustrated Cricket World Cup scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle
A free Cricket World Cup word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Words to find: GROUPSTAGE, QUARTERFINAL, SEMIFINAL, KNOCKOUT, ROUNDROBIN, SUPERSTAGE, POOLSTAGE, ELIMINATOR, TROPHY, WORLDCUP, HANDSHAKE, TOSS.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Cricket World Cup word list, defined
QUARTERFINAL/kwɔrtərˈfaɪnəl/ · noun
The stage of a competition that comes after the semifinals and before the finals, typically involving four teams or players. Related: semifinal, final, playoff, elimination round.
SEMIFINAL/sɛmɪˈfaɪnəl/ · noun
The final round of competition before the final, typically involving two teams or individuals. Related: final, intermediate, preliminary, quarterfinal.
KNOCKOUT/nɒk.aʊt/ · noun, verb
A knockout is a blow that knocks someone or something out, or a decisive victory or success. In boxing, a knockout is when a boxer is knocked out by a punch. Related: knockdown, KO, victory, triumph.
ELIMINATOR/ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪtər/ · noun
A person or thing that eliminates something, or a device that removes unwanted material or particles. Related: eradicator, exterminator, purifier, refiner.
TROPHY/ˈtroʊfi/ · noun
An object given as a symbol of achievement or excellence, typically awarded to the winner of a competition or contest. A prize or honor given to someone for their achievements or accomplishments. Related: prize, medal, award, cup.
HANDSHAKE/ˈhændʃeɪk/ · noun
A handshake is a greeting or gesture of agreement in which two people grasp each other's hand with their right hands and move it up and down. It is a common way to greet or seal a deal. Related: handclasp, hand grip, grasp, grip.
TOSS/tɒs/ · verb, noun
To throw something lightly or carelessly, often in a casual or playful manner. A throw, especially a short one, of a ball or other object. Related: throw, cast, pitch, flip.