Cricketer charged with securing his wicket (to protect 'better' players) until close of play Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% NIGHTWATCHMAN Cricketer charged with securing his wicket (to protect 'better' players) until close of play (13) The Guardian Speedy Feb 5, 2017
5% SLIP Cricketing close-catcher (4) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Nov 17, 2025
5% SEALS Securely closes (5) Commuter Nov 4, 2025
5% SHUT Close securely (4) Newsday Oct 22, 2025
4% FAR Not close by (3) Commuter Dec 16, 2025
4% SHINGUARD Protective gear for a soccer player (9) USA Today Dec 14, 2025
4% AFAR Not close by (4) New York Times Dec 9, 2025
4% ESPYS Awards for excellent plays and players (5) LA Times Daily Dec 7, 2025
4% NEARED Closed in on (6) Newsday Dec 7, 2025
4% IONIZE Charge (6) Wall Street Journal Dec 6, 2025

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