What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cricket side at Oval scored smoothly (6)" mean?

The definition is "Cricket". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LEG (synonym="cricket side") + AT (synonym="AT") + O (synonym="oval") = LEGATO; definition: "smoothly" The answer is LEGATO.

Cricket side at Oval scored smoothly (6)

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