What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cricket side go off (2,5)" mean?

The definition is "off". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ON (synonym of "Cricket side") + LEAVE (synonym of "go"); definition: "off" The answer is On leave.

Cricket side go off (2,5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3106 | 6 Down | 2021-05-02 flower

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