What does the cryptic crossword clue "A couple of flyers that striker uses when dispatching deliveries (7,3)" mean?

The definition is "that striker uses when dispatching deliveries". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CRICKET (synonym="CRICKET") + BAT (synonym="two flying animals/flyers") = CRICKETBAT The answer is CRICKETBAT.

A couple of flyers that striker uses when dispatching deliveries (7,3)

Guardian Cryptic #28990 | 6 Down | 2023-02-10 flower

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