First batsmen in (7)
I believe the answer is:
openers
(Other definitions for openers that I've seen before include "Keys" , "overtures?" , "Batsmen Nos 1 and 2" , "in demand at picnics" , "Some cricketers" .)
I believe the answer is:
openers
(Other definitions for openers that I've seen before include "Keys" , "overtures?" , "Batsmen Nos 1 and 2" , "in demand at picnics" , "Some cricketers" .)