In cricket, "abs hurt" is a term used to describe a situation where a player sustains a serious injury during a match, rendering them unable to bat, bowl, or field for the remainder of the game. This condition is also known as "absent hurt". When a player is absent hurt, they are not able to come to the pitch to bat, even without facing a ball, due to a prior illness or injury.
The term "abs hurt" is often used in contrast to "retired hurt," which refers to a player leaving the field temporarily due to injury or illness but being able to return and continue their innings later. In the case of "abs hurt," the players absence is more severe, and they are unable to participate in the game any further.
