Meaning of the word six-pointer in English

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six-pointer

US /sɪksˈpɔɪntər/
UK /sɪksˈpɔɪntər/
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Noun

1.

a game between two teams competing for the same position in a league, where the winning team gains three points and the losing team gains zero, effectively creating a six-point swing in the standings

Example:
Tomorrow's match against our rivals is a real six-pointer for the championship.
Winning this six-pointer would give us a huge advantage in the league standings.
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