Meaning of the word "cricket player" in English

What does "cricket player" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cricket player

US /ˈkrɪkɪt ˈpleɪər/
UK /ˈkrɪkɪt ˈpleɪə/

Noun

a person who plays the sport of cricket

Example:
He has been a professional cricket player for over ten years.
The young cricket player showed great potential in the match.