The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word ALL-ROUNDER
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result ALL-ROUNDER
- Complete drinks order about to be served up to multitalented sportsperson
- Every person protecting the Queen must be a multi-talented individual
- The ultimate bowler and batsman in dual role, perhaps
- Result of everyone constantly indulging versatile player?
- Champion who has no angularities, perhaps
- Versatile sportsman’s event introduced each year regularly
- Say, Garfield Sobers is everything; complete player, no joking
- Cricketer less streamlined after a couple of starters for lunch
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The straight part
We know that "Cricketer" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cricketer = all-rounder.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ALL-ROUNDER mean?
ALL-ROUNDER noun- A versatile person, able to do many things well; used especially in reference to being good at various sports.
- A player who is skilled in both batting and bowling.
- A shirt collar going all round the neck and meeting in front.