CDCA Playing Conditions (50 Overs) – 2024-2025

(Incorporating Laws of Cricket 2017 (3rd Edition – 2022))

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Preamble - The Spirit of Cricket

Cricket owes much of its appeal and enjoyment to the fact that it should be played not only according
to the Laws (which are incorporated within these Playing Conditions), but also within the Spirit of
Cricket.

The major responsibility for ensuring fair play rests with the captains, but extends to all players,
match officials and, especially in junior cricket, teachers, coaches and parents.

Respect is central to the Spirit of Cricket.

Respect your captain, team-mates, opponents and the authority of the umpires.
Play hard and play fair.

Accept the umpire’s decision.

Create a positive atmosphere by your own conduct, and encourage others to do likewise.

Show self-discipline, even when things go against you.

Congratulate the opposition on their successes, and enjoy those of your own team.

Thank the officials and your opposition at the end of the match, whatever the result.

Cricket is an exciting game that encourages leadership, friendship and teamwork, which brings
together people from different nationalities, cultures and religions, especially when played within the
Spirit of Cricket.

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1 THE PLAYERS
1.1 Number of players
A match is played between two sides, each of eleven players, one of whom shall be captain.

1.2 Nomination and replacement of players

1.2.1 Each captain shall nominate 11 players plus a maximum of 4 substitute fielders in writing to the
Umpires before the toss. No player (member of the playing eleven) may be changed after the
nomination without the consent of the opposing captain.
1.2.2 Any replacement player shall be considered the same player as the nominated player he/she
replaced for the purposes of these Laws.
1.2.2.1 A replacement shall not bat in an innings in which the nominated player he/she is
replacing has completed his/her innings.
1.2.2.2 Any unserved Penalty time, warnings or suspensions, that applied to the original
nominated player will be inherited by his/her replacement
1.2.3 Only those nominated as substitute fielders shall be entitled to act as substitute fielders during
the match, unless the Umpires, in exceptional circumstances, allow subsequent additions.
1.2.4 All those nominated including those nominated as substitute fielders, must be eligible to play for
that particular team and by such nomination the nominees shall warrant that they are so eligible.

1.3 Captain
1.3.1 If at any time the captain is not available, a deputy shall act for him.
1.3.2 If a captain is not available to nominate the players, then any one of the nominated member of
playing eleven of that team may act as his deputy to do so. See clause 1.2.
1.3.3 At any time after the nomination of the players, only a nominated player can act as deputy in
discharging the duties and responsibilities of the captain as stated in these Playing Conditions,
including at the toss. See clause 13.4(The toss).

1.4 Responsibility of captains

The captains are responsible at all times for ensuring that play is conducted within the Spirit of
Cricket, as well as within these Playing Conditions.

2 THE UMPIRES
2.1 Appointment and attendance
2.1.1 The umpires shall control the game as required by these Playing Conditions, with absolute
impartiality and shall be present at the ground at least one hour before the scheduled start of the play
on the day.
2.1.2 Neither team will have a right of objection to the appointment of any umpire.

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2.2 Change of umpire

a) An umpire shall not be changed during the match, other than in exceptional circumstances, unless
he/she is injured or ill.
b) In the event of one or both of the CDCA umpires not being present, the match shall be played with
assistance of any qualified umpire/Umpires available on the ground.

c) In the absence of CDCA umpire or qualified umpire as above, either captain may nominate one
person from among the players or spectators to officiate as umpire.

d) The replacement umpire shall act only as the Striker’s end umpire unless the captains agree for him
to take full responsibility as an umpire.

2.3 Consultation with Captains:

Before the toss, the umpires shall
2.3.1 meet with the captains; the umpires shall determine
2.3.1.1 the balls to be used during the match. See Law 4 (The ball).
2.3.1.2 the hours of play and the times and durations of intervals for meals and times for
drinks intervals. In a match of one day’s duration, no specific time need be agreed for the tea
interval. It may be agreed instead to take this interval between innings. See Law 11
(Intervals).
2.3.1.3 which clock or watch and back-up time piece is to be used during the match.
2.3.1.4 the boundary of the field of play and allowances for boundaries, including whether
any obstacle within the field of play is to be regarded as a boundary. See Law 19
(Boundaries).
2.3.1.5 the use of covers. See Law 10 (Covering the pitch).
2.3.1.6 any special conditions of play affecting the conduct of the match.
2.3.2 inform the scorers of agreements in 2.3.1.2, 2.3.1.3, 2.3.1.4 and 2.3.1.6.

2.4 The wickets, creases and boundaries

Before the toss and during the match, the umpires shall satisfy themselves that
2.4.1 the wickets are properly pitched. See clause 8 (The wickets).
2.4.2 the creases are correctly marked. See clause 7 (The creases).
2.4.3 the boundary of the field of play complies with the requirements of clauses 19.1 (Determining
the boundary of the field of play), 19.2 (Identifying and marking the boundary) and 19.3 (Restoring
the boundary).

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2.5 Conduct of the match, implements and equipment

Before the toss and during the match, the umpires shall satisfy themselves that
2.5.1 the conduct of the match is strictly in accordance with these Playing Conditions.
2.5.2 the implements used in the match conform to the following
2.5.2.1 clause 4 (The ball).
2.5.2.2 externally visible requirements of clause 5 (The bat).
2.5.2.3 either clauses 8.2 (Size of stumps) and 8.3 (The bails).
2.5.3 no player uses equipment other than that permitted. See paragraph 2 of Appendix A.
Note particularly therein the interpretation of ‘protective helmet’.
2.5.4 the wicket-keeper’s gloves comply with the requirements of clause 27.2 (Gloves).

2.6 Fair and unfair play

The umpires shall be the sole judges of fair and unfair play.

2.7 Fitness for play

2.7.1 It is solely for the umpires together to decide whether either conditions of ground, weather or
light or exceptional circumstances mean that it would be dangerous or unreasonable for play to take
place.
Conditions shall not be regarded as either dangerous or unreasonable merely because they are not
ideal.
The fact that the grass and the ball are wet does not warrant the ground conditions being regarded as
unreasonable or dangerous.
2.7.2 Conditions shall be regarded as dangerous if there is actual and foreseeable risk to the safety of
any player or umpire.
2.7.3 Conditions shall be regarded as unreasonable if, although posing no risk to safety, it would not
be sensible for play to proceed.
2.7.4 If the umpires consider the ground is so wet or slippery as to deprive the bowler of a reasonable
foothold, the fielders of the power of free movement, or the batsmen of the ability to play their strokes
or to run between the wickets, then these conditions shall be regarded as so bad that it would be
dangerous and unreasonable for play to take place.

2.8 Suspension of play in dangerous or unreasonable circumstances

2.8.1 All references to ground include the pitch. See clause 6.1 (Area of pitch).
2.8.2 The umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of the ground, weather and light for play. If
at any time the umpires together agree that the conditions of ground, weather or light, or any other
circumstances are dangerous or unreasonable, they shall immediately suspend play, or not allow play

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to start or to recommence. The decision as to whether conditions are so bad as to warrant such action
is one for the umpires alone to make.
2.8.3 If circumstances are warranted, the umpires shall stop play and instruct the Ground Authority to
take whatever action they can and use whatever equipment is necessary to remove as much dew as
possible from the outfield when conditions become unreasonable or dangerous. The umpires may also
instruct the ground staff to take such action during scheduled and unscheduled breaks in play.
2.8.4 The umpires shall disregard any shadow on the pitch from the stadium or from any permanent
object on the ground.
If a shadow from a fielder falls across the striker’s half of the pitch, the fielder must remain stationary
from the time the bowler commences his run up until the striker has received the ball. In the event of a
fielder moving before the striker receives the ball, the umpire shall call and signal ’dead ball’ if he
considers the striker has been disadvantaged by the action.
2.8.5 When there is a suspension of play it is the responsibility of the umpires to monitor conditions.
They shall make inspections as often as appropriate, unaccompanied by any players or officials.
Immediately the umpires together agree that the conditions are no longer dangerous or unreasonable
they shall call upon the players to resume play.
If play is in progress up to the start of an agreed interval, then it will resume after the interval unless
the umpires together agree that the conditions of ground, weather or light are so bad that there is
obvious and foreseeable risk to the safety of any player or umpire, so that it would be unreasonable or
dangerous for play to take place.

2.9 Position of umpires

The umpires shall stand where they can best see any act upon which their decision may be required.
Subject to this over-riding consideration, the bowler’s end umpire shall stand in a position so as not to
interfere with either the bowler’s run-up or the striker’s view.
The striker’s end umpire may elect to stand on the off side instead of the on side of the pitch, provided
he informs the captain of the fielding side, the striker and the other umpire.

2.10 Umpires changing ends

Shall not apply.

2.11 Disagreement and dispute

Where there is disagreement or dispute about any matter, the umpires together shall make the final
decision. See also clause 31.6 (Consultation by umpires).

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2.12 Umpire’s decision

An umpire may alter any decision provided that such alteration is made promptly. This apart, an
umpire’s decision, once made, is final.

2.13 Signals
2.13.1 The following code of signals shall be used by umpires.
2.13.1.1 Signals made while the ball is in play
No ball - by extending one arm horizontally.
Out - by raising an index finger above the head. (If not out, the umpire shall call Not
out.)
Wide - by extending both arms horizontally.
Dead ball - by crossing and re-crossing the wrists below the waist.
2.13.1.2 When the ball is dead, the bowler’s end umpire shall repeat the signals in clause
2.13.1.1, with the exception of the signal for Out, to the scorers.
2.13.1.3 The signals listed below shall be made to the scorers only when the ball is dead.
Boundary 4 - by waving an arm from side-to-side finishing with the arm across the Chest
Boundary 6 - by raising both arms above the head.
Bye - by raising an open hand above the head.
Five Penalty runs awarded to the batting side - by repeated tapping of one shoulder with the
opposite hand.
Five Penalty runs awarded to the fielding side - by placing one hand on the opposite shoulder.
Leg bye - by touching a raised knee with the hand.
New ball - by holding the ball above the head.
Revoke last signal - by touching both shoulders, each with the opposite hand.
Short run - by bending one arm upwards and touching the nearer shoulder with the tips of the
fingers.
Free Hit – after signalling the No ball, the bowler’s end umpire extends one arm straight
upwards and moves it in a circular motion.
Powerplay Over - by rotating his arm in a large circle.
2.13.1.4 All the signals in clause 2.13.1.3 are to be made by the bowler’s end umpire except
that for Short run, which is to be signalled by the umpire at the end where short running
occurs. However, the bowler’s end umpire shall be responsible both for the final signal of
Short run to the scorers and, if more than one run is short, for informing them as to the
number of runs to be recorded.
2.13.2 The umpire shall wait until each signal to the scorers has been separately acknowledged by a
scorer before allowing play to proceed.
If several signals are to be used, they should be given in the order that the events occurred.

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2.14 Informing the umpires

Wherever the umpires are to receive information from captains or other players under these Playing
Conditions, it will be sufficient for one umpire to be so informed and for him/her to inform the other
umpire.

2.15 Correctness of scores

Consultation between umpires and scorers on doubtful points is essential. The umpires shall,
throughout the match, satisfy themselves as to the correctness of the number of runs scored, the
wickets that have fallen and, where appropriate, the number of overs bowled.
The umpires shall ensure that they are able to contact the scorers at any time during the match and at
its conclusion to address any issues relating to the correctness of scores.

3 THE SCORERS
3.1 Appointment of scorers
A scorer shall be provided by each team if not appointed by CDCA. Scorers / Scorer shall record all
runs scored, all wickets taken and, where appropriate, number of overs bowled.

3.2 Correctness of scores

The scorers shall frequently check to ensure that their records agree and consult with the umpires if
necessary. See clause 2.15 (Correctness of scores).

3.3 Acknowledging signals

The scorers shall accept all instructions and signals given to them by the umpires and shall
immediately acknowledge each separate signal.

4 THE BALL
4.1 Weight and size
The ball, when new, shall weigh not less than 5.5 ounces/155.9 g, nor more than 5.75 ounces/163 g,
and shall measure not less than 8.81 in/22.4 cm, nor more than 9 in/22.9 cm in circumference.

4.2 Approval and control of balls

4.2.1 The CDCA shall provide cricket balls of an approved standard and spare used balls for changing
during a match.

4.2.2 The fielding captain or his nominee may select the ball with which he wishes to bowl from the
supply provided by the CDCA in presence of the umpires.

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4.2.3 The umpires shall retain possession of the match ball(s) throughout the duration of the match
when play is not actually taking place.
4.2.4 During play umpires shall periodically and irregularly inspect the condition of the ball and shall
retain possession of it at the fall of a wicket, a drinks interval, or any other disruption
in play.

4.3 New ball

4.3.1 One new ball shall be used at the start of each innings.

4.4 Ball lost or becoming unfit for play

If, during play, the ball cannot be found or recovered or the umpires agree that it has become unfit for
play through normal use, the umpires shall replace it with a ball which has had wear comparable with
that which the previous ball had received before the need for its replacement.
In the event of the ball becoming wet and soggy as a result of play continuing in inclement weather or
it being affected by dew and in the opinion of the umpires becoming unfit for play, the ball may be
replaced for a ball that has similar amount of wear even though it has not gone out of shape.
When the ball is replaced, the umpires shall inform the batsmen and the fielding captain.

5 THE BAT
5.1 The bat
5.1.1 The bat consists of two parts, a handle and a blade.
5.1.2 The basic requirements and measurements of the bat are set out in this clause.

5.2 The handle

5.2.1 The handle is to be made principally of cane and/or wood.
5.2.2 The part of the handle that is wholly outside the blade is defined to be the upper portion of the
handle. It is a straight shaft for holding the bat.
5.2.3 The upper portion of the handle may be covered with a grip.

5.3 The blade

5.3.1 The blade comprises the whole of the bat apart from the handle.
5.3.2 The blade shall consist solely of wood and shall have a conventional ‘flat’ face.

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5.4 Protection and repair

Provided clause 5.5 is not contravened, The blade may be covered with material for protection,
strengthening or repair. Such material shall not exceed 1/16 in/1.56 mm in thickness.

5.5 Damage to the ball

5.5.1 For any part of the bat, covered or uncovered, the hardness of the constituent materials and the
surface texture thereof shall not be such that either or both could cause unacceptable damage to the
ball.
5.5.2 Any material placed on any part of the bat, for whatever purpose, shall similarly not be such that
it could cause unacceptable damage to the ball.
5.5.3 For the purpose of this clause, unacceptable damage is any change that is greater than normal
wear and tear caused by the ball striking the uncovered wooden surface of the blade.

5.6 Contact with the ball

In these clauses,
5.6.1 reference to the bat shall imply that the bat is held in the batsman’s hand or a glove worn on his
hand, unless stated otherwise.
5.6.2 contact between the ball and any of 5.6.2.1 to 5.6.2.4
5.6.2.1 the bat itself
5.6.2.2 the batsman’s hand holding the bat
5.6.2.3 any part of a glove worn on the batsman’s hand holding the bat
5.6.2.4 any additional materials permitted under 5.4 shall be regarded as the ball striking or
touching the bat or being struck by the bat.

6 THE PITCH
6.1 Area of pitch
The pitch is a rectangular area of the ground 22 yards/20.12 m in length and 10 ft/3.05 m in width. It
is bounded at either end by the bowling creases and on either side by imaginary lines, one each side of
the imaginary line joining the centres of the two middle stumps, each parallel to it and 5 ft/1.52 m
from it. If the pitch is next to an artificial pitch which is closer than 5 ft/1.52 m from the middle
stumps, the pitch on that side will extend only to the junction of the two surfaces. See clauses 8.1
(Description, width and pitching) and 7.2 (The bowling crease).

6.2 Fitness of pitch for play

The umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of the pitch for play. See clauses 2.7 (Fitness for
play), 2.8 (Suspension of play in dangerous or unreasonable conditions) and 6.4 (changing the pitch).

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6.3 Selection and preparation

Before the match, the Ground Authority shall be responsible for the selection and preparation
of the pitch. During the match, the umpires shall control its use and maintenance.
For Turf Pitches Only:
6.3.2 The Umpires shall ensure that, prior to the start of play and during any intervals, only authorised
staff, the match officials, players and team coaches shall be allowed access to the pitch area. Such
access shall be subject to the following limitations:
6.3.2.1 Only Captain and Team Head Coach may walk on the actual playing surface of the
pitch area (outside of the crease markings).
6.3.2.3 No spiked footwear shall be permitted.
6.3.2.4 No one shall be permitted to bounce a ball on the pitch, strike it with a bat or cause
damage to the pitch in any other way.
6.3.2.5 Access shall not interfere with pitch preparation.
6.3.3 In the event of any dispute, the Umpires will rule and their ruling will be final.

6.4 Non-turf pitches

In the event of a non-turf pitch being used, the artificial surface shall conform to the following
measurements.
Length – a minimum of 58 ft/17.68 m
Width – a minimum of 6 ft/1.83 m
See Law 9.8 (Non-turf pitches).

7 THE CREASES
7.1 The creases
The positions of a bowling crease, a popping crease and two return creases shall be marked by white
lines, as set out in clauses 7.2, 7.3 and 7.4, at each end of the pitch. See paragraph 1 of Appendix C.

7.2 The bowling crease

The bowling crease, which is the back edge of the crease marking, is the line that marks the end of the
pitch, as in clause 6.1 (Area of pitch). It shall be 8 ft 8 in/2.64 m in length.

7.3 The popping crease

The popping crease, which is the back edge of the crease marking, shall be in front of and parallel to
the bowling crease and shall be 4 ft/1.22 m from it. The popping crease shall be marked to a minimum

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of 6 ft on either side of the imaginary line joining the centres of the two middle stumps and shall be
considered to be unlimited in length.

7.4 The return creases

The return creases, which are the inside edges of the crease markings, shall be at right angles to the
popping crease at a distance of 4 ft 4 in/1.32 m either side of the imaginary line joining the centres of
the two middle stumps. Each return crease shall be marked from the popping crease to a minimum of
8 ft/2.44 m behind it and shall be considered to be unlimited in length.

7.5 Additional Crease Markings

As a guideline to the umpires for the calling of Wides on the offside, the crease markings detailed in
paragraph 1 of Appendix C shall be marked in white at each end of the pitch.

8 THE WICKETS
8.1 Description, width and pitching
Two sets of wickets shall be pitched opposite and parallel to each other in the centres of the bowling
creases. Each set shall be 9 in/22.86 cm wide and shall consist of three wooden stumps with two
wooden bails on top. See paragraph 2 of Appendix B.

8.2 Size of stumps

The tops of the stumps shall be 28 in/71.12 cm above the playing surface and shall be dome shaped
except for the bail grooves. The portion of a stump above the playing surface shall be cylindrical apart
from the domed top, with circular section of diameter not less than 1.38 in/3.50 cm nor more than 1.5
in/3.81 cm. See paragraph 2 of Appendix B.

8.3 The bails

8.3.1 The bails, when in position on top of the stumps,
- shall not project more than 0.5 in/1.27 cm above them.
- shall fit between the stumps without forcing them out of the vertical.
8.3.2 Each bail shall conform to the following specifications (see paragraph 2 of Appendix B):
Overall length 4.31 in/10.95 cm
Length of barrel 2.13 in /5.40 cm
Longer spigot 1.38 in/3.50 cm
Shorter spigot 0.81 in/2.06 cm.
8.3.3 The two spigots and the barrel shall have the same centre line.

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8.4 Dispensing with bails

The umpires may agree to dispense with the use of bails, if necessary. If they so agree then no bails
shall be used at either end. The use of bails shall be resumed as soon as conditions permit. See clause
29.4 (Dispensing with bails).

9 PREPARATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE PLAYING AREA (For Turf Pitches Only)
9.1 Rolling
The pitch shall not be rolled during the match except as permitted in clauses 9.1.1 and 9.1.2.

9.1.1 Frequency and duration of rolling.

During the match the pitch may be rolled at the request of the captain of the side batting second, for a
period of not more than 7 minutes, before the start of second innings.

9.1.2 Rolling after a delayed start

In addition to the rolling permitted above, if, after the toss and before the first innings of the match,
the start is delayed, the captain of the batting side may request that the pitch be rolled for not more
than 7 minutes. However, if the umpires together agree that the delay has had no significant effect on
the state of the pitch, they shall refuse such request for rolling of the pitch.

9.1.3 Choice of rollers

If there is more than one roller available the captain of the batting side shall choose which one is to be
used.
9.1.4 Prior to the scheduled time for the toss, the artificial drying of the pitch and outfield shall be at
the discretion of the Ground Authority. Thereafter and throughout the match the drying of the outfield
may be undertaken at any time by the Ground Authority, but the drying of the affected area of the
pitch shall be carried out only on the instructions and under the supervision of the umpires. The
umpires shall be empowered to have the pitch dried without reference to the captains at any time they
are of the opinion that it is unfit for play.
9.1.5 The umpires may instruct the Ground Authority to use any available equipment, including any
roller for the purpose of drying the pitch and making it fit for play.
9.1.6 An absorbent roller may be used to remove water from the covers including the cover on the
match pitch.

9.2 Clearing debris from the pitch

9.2.1 The pitch shall be cleared of any debris
9.2.1.1 between innings. This shall precede rolling if any is to take place.

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9.2.1.2 at all intervals for meals.

9.2.2 The clearance of debris in clause 9.2.1 shall be done by sweeping, except where the umpires
consider that this may be detrimental to the surface of the pitch. In this case the debris must be cleared
from that area by hand, without sweeping.
9.2.3 In addition to clause 9.2.1, debris may be cleared from the pitch by hand, without sweeping,
before mowing and whenever either umpire considers it necessary.

9.3 Mowing
9.3.1 Responsibility for mowing
9.3.1.1 All mowing which are carried out before the match shall be the sole responsibility of the
Ground Authority.

9.4 Watering the pitch

The pitch shall not be watered during the match.

9.5 Re-marking creases

Creases shall be re-marked whenever either umpire considers it necessary.

9.6 Maintenance of footholes

The umpires shall ensure that the holes made by the bowlers and batsmen are cleaned out and dried
whenever necessary to facilitate play.
The umpires shall allow, if necessary, the returfing of footholes made by the bowlers in their delivery
strides, or the use of quick-setting fillings for the same purpose.
In addition, the umpires shall see that wherever possible and whenever it is considered necessary,
action is taken during all intervals in play to do whatever is practicable to improve the bowler’s
footholes.

9.7 Securing of footholds and maintenance of pitch

During play, umpires shall allow the players to secure their footholds by the use of sawdust provided
that no damage to the pitch is caused and that clause 41 (Unfair play) is not contravened.

9.8 Protection and preparation of adjacent pitches during matches

The protection (by way of an appropriate cover) and preparation of pitches which are adjacent to the
match pitch will not be permitted during the match.

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10 COVERING THE PITCH (For Turf pitches only)

10.1 Before the match
The use of covers before the match is the responsibility of the Ground Authority and may include full
covering if required.
The pitch shall be entirely protected against rain up to the commencement of play. However, the
Ground Authority shall grant suitable facility to the captains to inspect the pitch before the nomination
of their players and to the umpires to discharge their duties as laid down in clauses 2 (The umpires), 6
(The pitch), 7 (The creases), 8 (The wickets), and 9 (Preparation and maintenance of the playing
area).

10.2 During the match

The pitch shall be entirely protected against rain up to the commencement of play, and for the
duration of the period of the match.
The covers must totally protect the pitch and also the pitch surroundings, to a minimum of 5 metres
either side of the pitch, and any worn or soft areas in the outfield.
If possible, the bowlers’ run-ups shall be covered during inclement weather, in order to keep them
dry.

10.3 Removal of covers

All covers (including “hessian” or “scrim” covers used to protect the pitch against the sun) shall be
removed at appropriate time (Usually not later than 2 ½ hours) before the scheduled start of play
provided it is not raining at the time, but the pitch will be covered again if rain falls prior to the
commencement of play.
In case of inclement weather and seasonal problems like fog, heavy dew etc. the ground curator may
be instructed by the umpires as to when and how to remove the covers and umpires may also specify
the time for removing and placing back the covers.

10.4 Non Turf Pitches

 Covering shall not be applicable for non turf pitches (Matting).

 During inclement weather or rain, if required the umpires may instruct the ground staff to
remove the mat / artificial surface. But the mat / artificial surface shall not be changed if toss had
taken place already.

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11 INTERVALS
11.1 An interval
11.1.1 The following shall be classed as intervals.
- Intervals between innings.
- Intervals for meals.
- Intervals for drinks.
- Any other agreed interval.
11.1.2 Only these intervals (except Intervals for drinks) shall be considered as scheduled breaks for
purpose of clause 24.2.6.

11.2 Duration of intervals

11.2.1 There shall be a 45 minute interval between innings, taken from the call of Time before the
interval until the call of Play on resumption after the interval.

11.3 Allowance for interval between innings

Law 11.3 of the Laws of Cricket shall not apply.

11.4 Changing agreed times of intervals

11.4.1 If the innings of the team batting first is completed prior to the scheduled time for the interval,
the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence
correspondingly earlier providing that this does not lead to an interval occurring more than 30 minutes
prior to the scheduled interval.
11.4.2 If the innings of the team batting first is completed more than 30 minutes prior to the scheduled
interval a 10 minute break will occur and the team batting second will commence its innings and the
interval will occur as scheduled.
11.4.3 Where the innings of the side batting first is delayed or interrupted, the length of the interval
will be reduced as follows:
11.4.3.1 If up to 15 minutes of actual playing time is lost (total playing time lost less any extra
time provided), then the interval will be reduced by the amount of actual playing time lost.
11.4.3.2 If more than 15 minutes of actual playing time is lost (total playing time lost less any
extra time provided), then the interval will be reduced to 30 minutes (subject to (iii) below).
11.4.3.3 Note: The prescribed interval timings above may be reduced further by the Umpires
taking into account the intention of not having a prolonged interval after a lengthy
interruption close to the conclusion of the innings of the team batting first. However, the
minimum interval shall not be less than ten minutes.

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11.4.4. If at the time of the scheduled interval, the team batting second has lost nine wickets or
requires no more than 25 runs to win, play shall continue until a result has been achieved, unless the
players otherwise have cause to leave the field of play.

11.5 Intervals for drinks

11.5.1 Two drinks break per session shall be permitted, each 1 hour 10 minutes apart. Under
conditions of extreme heat the umpires may permit extra intervals for drinks.
11.5.2 An individual player may be given a drink either on the boundary edge or at the fall of a
wicket, on the field, provided that no playing time is wasted. No other drinks shall be taken onto the
field without the permission of the umpires. Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in
proper cricket attire.
11.5.3 Drinks interval cannot be forgone.
11.5.4 Each drinks interval shall be kept as short as possible and, in any case, shall not exceed 4
minutes.

11.6 Scorers to be informed

The umpires shall ensure that the scorers are informed of all agreements about hours of play and
intervals and of any changes made thereto as permitted under this clause.

12 START OF PLAY; CESSATION OF PLAY

12.1 Call of Play
The bowler’s end umpire shall call Play before the first ball of the match and on the resumption of
play after any interval or interruption.

12.2 Call of Time

The bowler’s end umpire shall call Time, when the ball is dead, at the end of any session of play or as
required by these Playing Conditions. See also clause 20.3 (Call of Over or Time).

12.3 Removal of bails

After the call of Time, the bails shall be removed from both wickets.

12.4 Starting a new over

Another over shall always be started at any time during the match, unless an interval is to be taken in
the circumstances set out in clause 12.5.2, if the umpire, walking at normal pace, has arrived at the
position behind the stumps at the bowler’s end before the time agreed for the next interval, or for the
close of play, has been reached.

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12.5 Completion of an over

Other than at the end of the match, if the side batting second has commenced its innings before
scheduled time for commencement of second innings,
12.5.1 if the agreed time for an interval is reached during an over, the over shall be completed before
the interval is taken, except as provided for in clause 12.5.2.
12.5.2 when less than 3 minutes remains before the time agreed for the next interval, the interval shall
be taken immediately if:
either a batsman is dismissed or retires; or
the players have occasion to leave the field,
whether this occurs during an over or at the end of an over. Except at the end of an innings, if
an over is thus interrupted it shall be completed on the resumption of play.

12.6 Conclusion of match

12.6.1 The match is concluded
12.6.1.1 as soon as a result as defined in clauses 16.1 to 16.5 (The result) is reached.
12.6.1.2 as soon as the prescribed number of overs have been completed.
12.6.2 The match is concluded if, without a conclusion having been reached under 12.6.1, the players
leave the field for adverse conditions of ground, weather or light, or in exceptional circumstances, and
no further play is possible.

12.7 Hours of Play; Minimum Overs Requirement

12.7.1 There will be 2 sessions of 3 hours and 30 minutes each, separated by a 45 minutes interval
between innings.
12.7.2 Hours of play:
9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. (First Session)
1.00 p.m. to 1.45 p.m. (Lunch)
1.45 p.m. to 5.15 p.m. (Second Session)

12.8 Minimum Over Rates

12.8.1 The minimum over rate to be achieved in One Day Limited Over Matches shall be 14.28 overs
per hour.
12.8.2 The actual over rate shall be calculated at the end of each innings by the umpires. The starting
time of the last over of the innings shall be considered as closing time of innings for overrate
calculation purpose.
12.8.3 In calculating the actual over rate for each innings, allowances will be given for the events
occurring before the start of the last over of the innings as follows:
12.8.3.1 The time lost as a result of treatment given to a player on the field of play;

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12.8.3.2 The time lost as a result of a player being required to leave the field as a result of a
serious injury;
12.8.3.3 The time lost as a result of time wasting by the batting side (which may in addition
constitute a separate offence depending on context and seriousness of incident); and
12.8.3.4 The time lost due to all other circumstances that are beyond the control of the
fielding side.
12.8.4 In the event of any time allowances being granted to the fielding team under clause 12.8.3.3
above (time wasting by batting team), then such time shall be deducted from the allowances granted
to such batting team in the determination of its over rate.
12.8.5 If a batting team is bowled out within the time determined for that innings pursuant to these
playing conditions (taking into account all of the time allowances set out above), the fielding side
shall be deemed to have complied with the required minimum over rate.

12.9 Over short Rules:

In the event of the team bowling first, not completing the stipulated overs in the stipulated time
(including the allowances), then they will proceed to complete the stipulated overs. In addition, 6
Runs per over or actual run rate of batting side whichever is higher will be added to the total score of
batting side for the overs shortly bowled by the bowling side at the stipulated time (including the
allowances).

If the team fielding second fails to bowl the stipulated overs, the time for close of play will be
extended until the overs are completed or the result is achieved whichever is earlier. In addition, 6
runs per over or batting side actual run rate whichever is higher will be added to the total score of
batting side for the overs shortly bowled.

For both innings, if the batting team is all out within the stipulated time (including the allowances),
over short will not be applicable and penalty runs will not be granted.

For clarity of understanding, any part over bowled at the scheduled / rescheduled cessation time for
the innings, should be taken as a completed over.

Refer Appendix E – Examples for Overs short calculation

13 INNINGS
13.1 Number of innings
13.1.1 A match shall be one innings for each side.

13.2 Alternate innings

Each side shall take their innings alternately.

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13.3 Completed innings

A side’s innings is to be considered as completed if any of the following applies
13.3.1 the side is all out.
13.3.2 at the fall of a wicket or the retirement of a batsman, further balls remain to be bowled but no
further batsman is available to come in.
13.3.3 the prescribed number of overs have been bowled to the batting side.

13.4 The toss

The captains shall toss a coin for the choice of innings, on the field of play and under the supervision
of an Umpire or Umpires, not earlier than 30 minutes, nor later than 15 minutes before the scheduled
or any rescheduled time for the start of play. Note, however, the provisions of clause 1.3 (Captain).

13.5 Decision to be notified

As soon as the toss is completed, the captain of the side winning the toss shall decide whether to bat
or to field and shall notify the opposing captain and the umpires of this decision. Once notified, the
decision cannot be changed.

13.6 Duration of Match

13.6.1 All matches will consist of one innings per side, each innings being limited to a maximum of
50 overs. All matches shall be of one day’s scheduled duration.

13.7 Length of Innings

13.7.1 Uninterrupted Matches.
13.7.1.1 Each team shall bat for 50 overs unless all out earlier.
13.7.1.2 If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled
time for cessation of the first innings, play shall continue until the required number of overs
have been bowled. The interval shall be reduced to enable the second innings to commence at
the scheduled time, subject to there being a minimum interval of 30 minutes. The team batting
second shall receive its full quota of 50 overs irrespective of the number of overs, it bowled in
the scheduled time for the cessation of the first innings.
13.7.1.3 If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 50 overs, the team batting second
shall be entitled to bat for 50 overs.
13.7.1.4 If the team fielding second fails to bowl 50 overs by the scheduled cessation time,
the hours of play shall be extended until the required number of overs has been bowled or a
result is achieved.
13.7.1.5 Penalties shall apply for slow over rates.

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13.7.2 Delayed or Interrupted Matches

13.7.2.1 Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting First
(Table 1 - Appendix D)
13.7.2.1.1 When playing time has been lost the revised number of overs to be bowled in the
match shall be based on a rate of 14.28 overs per hour, which is inclusive of the provision of
drinks intervals, in the total remaining time available for play.
13.7.2.1.2 The revision of the number of overs should ensure, whenever possible, that both
teams have the opportunity of batting for the same number of overs. The team batting second
shall not bat for a greater number of overs than the first team unless the latter completed its
innings in less than its allocated overs. To constitute a match, a minimum of 20 overs have to
be bowled to the side batting second, subject to a result not being achieved earlier.
13.7.2.1.3 As soon as the total minutes of playing time remaining is less than the completed
overs faced by Team 1 multiplied by 4.2, then the first innings is terminated and the
provisions of 13.7.2.2 below take effect.
13.7.2.1.4 A fixed time will be specified for the commencement of the interval, and also the
close of play for the match, by applying a rate of 14.28 overs per hour. When calculating the
length of playing time available for the match, or the length of either innings, the timing and
duration of all relative delays, extensions in playing hours, interruptions in play, and intervals,
excluding those for drinks, will be taken into consideration. This calculation must not cause
the match to finish earlier than the original or rescheduled time for cessation of play on the
final scheduled day for play. If required the original time shall be extended to allow for one
extra over for each team.
13.7.2.1.5 If the team fielding first fails to bowl the revised number of overs by the specified
time, play shall continue until the required number of overs have been bowled or the innings
is completed. The interval shall be reduced to enable the second innings to commence at the
rescheduled time, subject to there being a minimum interval of 20 minutes. See also the
clause 11.4 (iv).
13.7.2.1.6 Penalties shall apply for slow over rates.
13.7.2.2 Delay or Interruption to the innings of the Team Batting Second
(Table 4 - Appendix D)
13.7.2.2.1 When playing time has been lost and, as a result, it is not possible for the team
batting second to have the opportunity of receiving its allocated, or revised allocation of overs
in the playing time available, the number of overs shall be reduced at a rate of 14.28 overs per
hour, which is inclusive of the provision of drinks intervals, in respect of the lost playing
time. Should the calculations result in a fraction of an over the fraction shall be ignored.

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13.7.2.2.2 In addition, should the innings of the team batting first have been completed prior
to the scheduled, or re-scheduled time for the commencement of the interval, then any
calculation relating to the revision of overs shall not be effective until an amount of time
equivalent to that by which the second innings started early has elapsed.
13.7.2.2.3 To constitute a match, a minimum of 20 overs have to be bowled to the team
batting second subject to a result not being achieved earlier.
13.7.2.2.4 The team batting second shall not bat for a greater number of overs than the first
team unless the latter completed its innings in less than its allocated overs.
13.7.2.2.5 A fixed time will be specified for the close of play by applying a rate of 14.28
overs per hour. With the exception of drinks intervals, the timing and duration of all relative
delays, extensions in playing hours and interruptions in play, will be taken into consideration
in specifying this time.
13.7.2.2.6 If the team fielding second fails to bowl the revised overs by the scheduled or
rescheduled close of play, the hours of play shall be extended until the overs have been
bowled or a result achieved.
13.7.2.2.7 Penalties shall apply for slow over rates.

13.8 Number of Overs per Bowler

13.8.1 No bowler shall bowl more than 10 overs in an innings.
13.8.2 In a delayed or interrupted match where the overs are reduced for both teams or for the team
bowling second, no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed.
13.8.3 Where the total overs is not divisible by 5, one additional over shall be allowed to the
maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance.
13.8.4 In the event of a bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over, the remaining
balls will be allowed by another bowler. Such part of an over will count as a full over only in so far as
each bowler’s limit is concerned.

14 THE FOLLOW-ON
Shall not apply.

15 DECLARATION AND FORFEITURE

Shall not apply.

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16 THE RESULT
16.1 A Win – one-innings match
16.1.1 The side which has scored in its one innings a total of runs in excess of that scored by the
opposing side in its one completed innings shall win the match. See clause 13.2 (Completed innings).
Note also clause 16.5 (Winning hit or extras).
16.1.2 Save for circumstances where a match is awarded to a team as a consequence of the opposing
team’s refusal to play (clause 16.2), a result can be achieved only if both teams have had the
opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs, unless one team has been all out in less than 20 overs or
unless the team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 20 overs.
16.1.3 Save for circumstances where a match is awarded to a team as a consequence of the opposing
team’s refusal to play (clause 16.2), all matches in which both teams have not had an opportunity of
batting for a minimum of 20 overs, shall be declared a No Result.

16.2 Umpire awarding a match

16.2.1 A match shall be lost by a side which either
16.2.1.1 concedes defeat or
16.2.1.2 in the opinion of the Umpires refuses to play and the Umpires shall award the match
to the other side.
16.2.2 If an umpire considers that an action by any player or players might constitute a refusal by
either side to play then the umpire shall inform the other umpire and consult together of this fact. The
umpires together shall ascertain the cause of the action. If the umpires, then decides that this action
does constitute a refusal to play by one side, they shall so inform the captain of that side. If the captain
persists in the action the umpires shall award the match in accordance with clause 16.2.1.2 above.
16.2.3 If action as in clause 16.2.2 above takes place after play has started and does not constitute a
refusal to play the delay or interruption in play shall be dealt with in the same manner as provided for
in clauses 13.6.2 (Delayed and Interrupted Matches) and 11.4 (Changing agreed times for intervals)
above.

16.3 All other matches – A Tie or Draw

16.3.1 A Tie
The result of a match shall be a Tie when all innings have been completed and the scores are equal. If
the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie and no account shall be taken of the number of wickets
that have fallen.
If the result of the match is tie, the points shall be shared between teams.

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16.3.2 No Result
See 16.1.3 above.

16.4 Prematurely Terminated Matches - Calculation of the Target Score

16.4.1 Interrupted Matches - Calculation of the Target Score

If, due to suspension of play after the start of the match, the number of overs in the innings of either
team has to be revised to a lesser number than originally allotted (minimum of 20 overs), then a target
score (to win) should be set for the number of overs which the team batting second will have the
opportunity of facing. This revised target is to be calculated using Average run rate method. The Par
Score will always be a whole number and one run more will constitute a win.

16.4.2 Prematurely Terminated Matches

If the innings of the side batting second is suspended (with at least 20 overs bowled) and it is not
possible for the match to be resumed, the match will be decided by average run rate method. If the
score is equal to the par score, the match is a Tie.

Otherwise the result is a victory, or defeat, by the margin of runs by which the score exceeds, or falls
short of, the Par Score.

Note:

 For calculating the average run rate, 50 overs (or the overs as reallocated) will be
considered if the team is all out within the prescribed overs.

 In all cases, for calculating the average run rate, the total fair deliveries will be
considered.

16.5 Winning hit or extras

16.5.1 As soon as a result is reached as defined in clauses 16.1, 16.2 or 16.3.1, the match is at an end.
Nothing that happens thereafter, except as in clause 41.18.2 (Penalty runs), shall be regarded as part
of it. Note also clause 16.7.
16.5.2 The side batting last will have scored enough runs to win only if its total of runs is sufficient
without including any runs completed by the batsmen before the completion of a catch, or the
obstruction of a catch, from which the striker could be dismissed.
16.5.3 If a boundary is scored before the batsmen have completed sufficient runs to win the match, the
whole of the boundary allowance shall be credited to the side’s total and, in the case of a hit by the
bat, to the striker’s score.

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16.6 Statement of result

If the side batting last wins the match without losing all its wickets, the result shall be stated as a win
by the number of wickets still then to fall.
If, without having scored a total of runs in excess of the total scored by the opposing side, the innings
of the side batting last has been completed, but as the result of an award of 5 Penalty runs its total of
runs is then sufficient to win, the result shall be stated as a win to that side by Penalty runs.
If the side fielding last wins the match, the result shall be stated as a win by runs.
If the match is decided by one side conceding defeat or refusing to play, the result shall be stated as
Match Conceded or Match Awarded, as the case may be.

16.7 Correctness of result

Any decision as to the correctness of the scores shall be the responsibility of the umpires. See clause
2.15 (Correctness of scores).

16.8 Mistakes in scoring

If, after the players and umpires have left the field in the belief that the match has been concluded, the
umpires discover that a mistake in scoring has occurred which affects the result then, subject to clause
16.9, they shall adopt the following procedure.

16.8.1 If, when the players leave the field, the side batting last has not completed its innings and either
the number of overs to be bowled in that innings, has not been completed;
or
the end of the innings has not been reached,
then, unless one side concedes defeat, the umpires shall order play to resume. Unless a result is
reached sooner, play will then continue, if conditions permit, until the prescribed number of overs has
been completed. The number of overs remaining shall be taken as they were at the call of Time for the
supposed conclusion of the match. No account shall be taken of the time between that moment and the
resumption of play.
16.8.2 If, at this call of Time, the overs have been completed and no Playing time remains, or if the
side batting last has completed its innings, the umpires shall immediately inform both captains of the
necessary corrections to the scores and to the result.

16.9 Result not to be changed

Once the umpires have agreed with the scorers the correctness of the scores at the conclusion of the
match – see clauses 2.15 (Correctness of scores) and 3.2 (Correctness of scores) – the result cannot
thereafter be changed.

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17 THE OVER
17.1 Number of balls
The ball shall be bowled from each end alternately in overs of 6 balls.

17.2 Start of an over

An over has started when the bowler starts his run-up or, if there is no run-up, starts his action for the
first delivery of that over.

17.3 Validity of balls

17.3.1 A ball shall not count as one of the 6 balls of the over unless it is delivered, even though, as in
clause 41.16 (Non-striker leaving his ground early) a batsman may be dismissed or some other
incident occurs without the ball having been delivered.
17.3.2 A ball delivered by the bowler shall not count as one of the 6 balls of the over
17.3.2.1 if it is called dead, or is to be considered dead, before the striker has had an
opportunity to play it. See clause 20.6 (Dead ball; ball counting as one of over).
17.3.2.2 if it is called dead in the circumstances of clause 20.4.2.6. Note also the special
provisions of clause 20.4.2.5 (Umpire calling and signalling Dead ball).
17.3.2.3 if it is a No ball. See clause 21 (No ball).
17.3.2.4 if it is a Wide. See clause 22 (Wide ball).
17.3.2.5 when any of clauses 24.4 (Player returning without permission), 28.2 (Fielding the
ball), 41.4 (Deliberate attempt to distract striker), or 41.5 (Deliberate distraction, deception or
obstruction of batsman) is applied.
17.3.3 Any deliveries other than those listed in clauses 17.3.1 and 17.3.2 shall be known as valid
balls. Only valid balls shall count towards the 6 balls of the over.

17.4 Call of Over

When 6 valid balls have been bowled and when the ball becomes dead, the umpire shall call Over
before leaving the wicket. See also clause 20.3 (Call of Over or Time).

17.5 Umpire miscounting

17.5.1 If the umpire miscounts the number of valid balls, the over as counted by the umpire shall
stand.
17.5.2 If, having miscounted, the umpire allows an over to continue after 6 valid balls have been
bowled, he/she may subsequently call Over when the ball becomes dead after any delivery, even if
that delivery is not a valid ball.

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17.6 Bowler changing ends

A bowler shall be allowed to change ends as often as desired, provided he does not bowl two overs
consecutively, nor bowl parts of each of two consecutive overs, in the same innings.

17.7 Finishing an over

17.7.1 Other than at the end of an innings, a bowler shall finish an over in progress unless
incapacitated or suspended under these Playing Conditions.
17.7.2 If for any reason, other than the end of an innings, an over is left uncompleted at the start of an
interval or interruption, it shall be completed on resumption of play.

17.8 Bowler incapacitated or suspended during an over

If for any reason a bowler is incapacitated while running up to deliver the first ball of an over, or is
incapacitated or suspended during an over, the umpire shall call and signal Dead ball.
Another bowler shall complete the over from the same end, provided that he does not bowl two overs
consecutively, nor bowl parts of each of two consecutive overs, in that innings.

17.9 Bowler’s taping on hand

No taping is allowed for the bowler on his bowling hand for any reason. The bowler has to remove all
kind of taping from his bowling hand if he wants to bowl. This is non-negotiable. If any plaster is
worn on the back of their bowling hand it must be flesh coloured or thereabouts which will not
distract the batsman.
However, if an injury occurs on the field during the play and blood is involved, it is reasonable in this
situation where finger or hand is bleeding, then umpires allow the tape to be used on bowling hand.
This is applicable only for the match in which injury has occurred.

18 SCORING RUNS
18.1 A run
The score shall be reckoned by runs. A run is scored
18.1.1 so often as the batsmen, at any time while the ball is in play, have crossed and made good their
ground from end to end.
18.1.2 when a boundary is scored. See clause 19 (Boundaries).
18.1.3 when Penalty runs are awarded. See clause 18.6.

18.2 Runs disallowed

Wherever in these Playing Conditions provision is made for the scoring of runs or awarding of
penalties, such runs and penalties will be subject to any provisions that may be applicable for the
disallowance of runs or for the non-award of penalties.

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When runs are disallowed, the one run penalty for No ball or Wide shall stand and 5 run penalties
shall be allowed, except for Penalty runs under clause 28.3 (Protective helmets belonging to the
fielding side).

18.3 Short runs

18.3.1 A run is short if a batsman fails to make good his ground in turning for a further run.
18.3.2 Although a short run shortens the succeeding one, the latter if completed shall not be regarded
as short. A striker setting off for the first run from in front of the popping crease may do so also
without penalty.

18.4 Unintentional short runs

Except in the circumstances of clause 18.5,
18.4.1 if either batsman runs a short run, the umpire concerned shall, unless a boundary is scored, call
and signal Short run as soon as the ball becomes dead and that run shall not be scored.
18.4.2 if, after either or both batsmen run short, a boundary is scored the umpire concerned shall
disregard the short running and shall not call or signal Short run.
18.4.3 if both batsmen run short in one and the same run, this shall be regarded as only one short run.
18.4.4 if more than one run is short then, subject to clauses 18.4.2 and 18.4.3, all runs called as short
shall not be scored.
18.4.5 if there has been more than one short run, the umpire shall inform the scorers as to the number
of runs to be recorded.

18.5 Deliberate short runs

18.5.1 If either umpire considers that one or both batsmen deliberately ran short at that umpire’s end,
the umpire concerned shall, when the ball is dead, call and signal Short run and inform the other
umpire of what has occurred and apply clause 18.5.2.
18.5.2 The bowler’s end umpire shall
- disallow all runs to the batting side;
- return any not out batsman to his original end;
- signal No ball or Wide to the scorers, if applicable;
- award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side;
- award any other 5-run Penalty that is applicable except for Penalty runs under clause 28.3
(Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side);
- inform the scorers as to the number of runs to be recorded; and
- inform the captain of the fielding side and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting
side of the reason for this action.

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- The umpires together may report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match to the
CDCA.

18.6 Runs awarded for penalties

Runs shall be awarded for penalties under clause 18.5 (Deliberate short runs), 24.4 (Player returning
without permission), 26.4 (Penalties for contravention), 21 (No ball), 22 (Wide ball), 28.2 (Fielding
the ball), 28.3 (Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side) and 41 (Unfair play). Note, however,
the restrictions on the award of Penalty runs in clause 18.5, 23.3 (Leg byes not to be awarded), 28.3
(Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side) and 34 (Hit the ball twice), 41.14 (Batsman
damaging the pitch) and 41.15 (Striker in the protected area).

18.7 Runs scored for boundaries

Runs shall be scored for boundary allowances under clause 19 (Boundaries).

18.8 Runs scored when a batsman is dismissed

When a batsman is dismissed, any runs for penalties awarded to either side shall stand.
No other runs shall be credited to the batting side, except as follows.
18.8.1 If a batsman is dismissed Obstructing the field, the batting side shall also score any runs
completed before the offence.
If, however, the obstruction prevented a catch being made, no runs other than penalties shall be
scored.
18.8.2 If a batsman is dismissed Run out, the batting side shall also score any runs completed
before the wicket was put down.

18.9 Runs scored when the ball becomes dead other than at the fall of a wicket
When the ball becomes dead for any reason other than the fall of a wicket, or is called dead by an
umpire, unless there is specific provision otherwise in these Playing Conditions, any runs for penalties
awarded to either side shall be scored. Note however the provisions of clauses 23.3 (Leg byes not to
be awarded) and 28.3 (Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side).
Additionally the batting side shall be credited with all runs completed by the batsmen before the
incident or call of Dead ball and the run in progress if the batsmen had already crossed at the instant
of the incident or call of Dead ball.
Note specifically, however, the provisions of clause 41.5.8 (Deliberate distraction, deception or
obstruction of batsman).

18.10 Crediting of runs scored

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18.10.1 if the ball is struck by the bat, all runs scored by the batting side shall be credited to the
striker, except for the following:
- an award of 5 Penalty runs, which shall be scored as Penalty runs
- the one run penalty for a No ball, which shall be scored as a No ball extra.
18.10.2 if the ball is not struck by the bat, runs shall be scored as Penalty runs, Byes, Leg byes, No
ball extras or Wides as the case may be. If Byes or Leg byes accrue from a No ball, only the one run
penalty for No ball shall be scored as such, and the remainder as Byes or Leg byes as appropriate.
18.10.3 the bowler shall be debited with:
- all runs scored by the striker
- all runs scored as No ball extras
- all runs scored as Wides.
18.11 Batsman returning to original end
18.11.1 When the striker is dismissed in any of the circumstances in clauses 18.11.1.1 to 18.11.1.7,
the not out batsman shall return to his original end.
18.11.1.1 Bowled.
18.11.1.2 Stumped.
18.11.1.3 Hit the ball twice.
18.11.1.4 LBW.
18.11.1.5 Hit wicket.
18.11.1.6 Caught
18.11.1.7 Obstructing the field, where the obstruction or distraction prevents the striker being
out caught.
18.11.2 The batsmen shall return to their original ends in any of the cases of clauses 18.11.2.1 to
18.11.2.3.
18.11.2.1 A boundary is scored unless as a result of an overthrow or wilful act of a fielder
(See clause 19.8).
18.11.2.2 Runs are disallowed for any reason.
18.11.2.3 A decision by the batsmen at the wicket to do so, under clause 41.5 (Deliberate
distraction, deception or obstruction of batsman).

18.12 Batsman returning to wicket he has left

18.12.1 When a batsman is dismissed in any of the ways in clauses 18.12.1.1 to 18.12.1.2, the not out
batsman shall return to the wicket he has left but only if the batsmen had not already crossed at the
instant of the incident causing the dismissal. If runs are to be disallowed, however, the not out
batsman shall return to his original end.
18.12.1.1 Obstructing the field, where the obstruction or distraction does not prevent the
striker being out caught.

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18.12.1.2 Run out.

18.12.2 If, while a run is in progress, the ball becomes dead for any reason other than the dismissal of
a batsman, the batsmen shall return to the wickets they had left, but only if they had not already
crossed in running when the ball became dead. If, however, any of the circumstances of clauses
18.11.2.1 to 18.11.2.3 apply, the batsmen shall return to their original ends.

19 BOUNDARIES
19.1 Determining the boundary of the field of play
19.1.1 Before the toss, the umpires shall determine the boundary of the field of play, which shall be
fixed for the duration of the match.
19.1.2 The boundary shall be determined such that no part of any sight-screen, will, at any stage of the
match, be within the field of play.

19.2 Identifying and marking the boundary

19.2.1 All boundaries must be designated by white line (Continuous or dotted) or a rope or cones or
flags or similar object.
19.2.2 If the boundary is marked by means of an object that is in contact with the ground the boundary
will be the edge of the grounded part of the object which is nearest the pitch.
19.2.3 If the boundary is marked by means of a white line, the edge of the line nearest the pitch shall
be the boundary. An object such as a flag, post or board, used merely to highlight the position of a line
marked on the ground, must be placed beyond the boundary and is not itself to be regarded as being
the boundary.
19.2.4 Where there is no white line or object providing continuous marking, objects such as flags,
posts or boards may be used to mark specific points on the boundary. The boundary shall be the
imaginary straight line on the ground joining the two nearest marked points.
19.2.5 A boundary that cannot be identified as in 19.2.2, 19.2.3 or 19.2.4 shall be determined by the
umpires before the toss.
19.2.6 An obstacle within the field of play shall not be regarded as a boundary unless so determined
by the umpires before the toss.
19.2.7 If an unauthorized person or an animal or an object enters the playing arena and the ball in play
comes in contact with the unauthorized person or animal or object, the umpire at the bowler’s end
shall be the sole judge of whether the boundary allowance should be scored or the ball be treated as
still in play or called dead ball if a batsman is liable to be out as a result of the ball coming in contact
with the unauthorised person or animal or the object.

19.3 Restoring the boundary

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19.3.1 the boundary shall be considered to be in its original position.

19.3.2 the object shall be returned to its original position as soon as is practicable; if play is taking
place, this shall be as soon as the ball is dead.
19.3.3 if some part of a fence or other marker has come within the field of play, that part shall be
removed from the field of play as soon as is practicable; if play is taking place, this shall be as soon as
the ball is dead.

19.4 Ball grounded beyond the boundary

19.4.1 The ball in play is grounded beyond the boundary if it touches
- the boundary or any part of an object used to mark the boundary;
- the ground beyond the boundary;
- any object that is grounded beyond the boundary.
19.4.2 The ball in play is to be regarded as being grounded beyond the boundary if
- a fielder, grounded beyond the boundary as in clause 19.5, touches the ball;
- a fielder, after catching the ball within the boundary, becomes grounded beyond the
boundary while in contact with the ball, before completing the catch.

19.5 Fielder grounded beyond the boundary

19.5.1 A fielder is grounded beyond the boundary if some part of his person is in contact with any of
the following:
- the boundary or any part of an object used to mark the boundary;
- the ground beyond the boundary;
- any object that is in contact with the ground beyond the boundary;
- another fielder who is grounded beyond the boundary.
19.5.2 A fielder who is not in contact with the ground is considered to be grounded beyond the
boundary if his final contact with the ground, before his first contact with the ball after it has been
delivered by the bowler, was not entirely within the boundary.

19.6 Boundary allowances

19.6.1 Six runs shall be allowed for a boundary 6; and 4 runs for a boundary 4. See also clause 19.7.

19.7 Runs scored from boundaries

19.7.1 A boundary 6 will be scored if and only if the ball has been struck by the bat and is first
grounded beyond the boundary without having been in contact with the ground within the field of
play. This shall apply even if the ball has previously touched a fielder.
19.7.2 A boundary 4 will be scored when a ball that is grounded beyond the boundary
- whether struck by the bat or not, was first grounded within the boundary, or

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- has not been struck by the bat.

19.7.3 When a boundary is scored, the batting side, except in the circumstances of clause 19.8, shall
be awarded whichever is the greater of
19.7.3.1 the allowance for the boundary
19.7.3.2 the runs completed by the batsmen together with the run in progress if they had
already crossed at the instant the boundary is scored.
19.7.4 When the runs in clause 19.7.3.2 exceed the boundary allowance they shall replace the
boundary allowance for the purposes of clause 18.12.2.
19.7.5 The scoring of Penalty runs by either side is not affected by the scoring of a boundary.

19.8 Overthrow or wilful act of fielder

If the boundary results from an overthrow or from the wilful act of a fielder, the runs scored shall be
any runs for penalties awarded to either side
and the allowance for the boundary
and the runs completed by the batsmen, together with the run in progress if they had already
crossed at the instant of the throw or act.
Clause 18.12.2 (Batsman returning to wicket he has left) shall apply as from the instant of the throw
or act.

20 DEAD BALL
20.1 Ball is dead
20.1.1 The ball becomes dead when
20.1.1.1 it is finally settled in the hands of the wicket-keeper or of the bowler.
20.1.1.2 a boundary is scored. See clause 19.7 (Runs scored from boundaries).
20.1.1.3 a batsman is dismissed. The ball will be deemed to be dead from the instant of the
incident causing the dismissal.
20.1.1.4 whether played or not it becomes trapped between the bat and person of a batsman or
between items of his clothing or equipment.
20.1.1.5 whether played or not it lodges in the clothing or equipment of a batsman or the
clothing of an umpire.
20.1.1.6 there is an award of Penalty runs under either of clauses 24.4 (Player returning
without permission) or 28.2 (Fielding the ball). The ball shall not count as one of the over.
20.1.1.7 there is a contravention of clause 28.3 (Protective helmets belonging to the fielding
side).
20.1.1.8 the match is concluded in any of the ways stated in clause 12.6 (Conclusion of
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20.1.2 The ball shall be considered to be dead when it is clear to the bowler’s end umpire that the
fielding side and both batsmen at the wicket have ceased to regard it as in play.

20.2 Ball finally settled

Whether the ball is finally settled or not is a matter for the umpire alone to decide.

20.3 Call of Over or Time

Neither the call of Over (see clause 17.4), nor the call of Time (see clause 12.2) is to be made until the
ball is dead, either under clauses 20.1 or 20.4.

20.4 Umpire calling and signalling Dead ball

20.4.1 When the ball has become dead under clause 20.1, the bowler’s end umpire may call and signal
Dead ball if it is necessary to inform the players.
20.4.2 Where either umpire is required to call and signal Dead ball under 20.4.2.1 to 20.4.2.14, the
ball will be considered to be dead at the instant of the incident causing the ball to become dead.
However, where the Law specifically provides for the call to be delayed, so as not to disadvantage the
non-offending side, under Law 34.4 (Runs permitted from the ball lawfully struck more than once),
Law 41.2.1 (Unfair actions) the ball will be considered to be dead at the point of the call.
Either umpire shall call and signal Dead ball when
20.4.2.1 intervening in a case of unfair play.
20.4.2.2 a possibly serious injury to a player or umpire occurs.
20.4.2.3 leaving his/her normal position for consultation.
20.4.2.4 one or both bails fall from the striker’s wicket before the striker has had the
opportunity of playing the ball.
20.4.2.5 the striker is not ready for the delivery of the ball and, if the ball is delivered, makes
no attempt to play it. Provided the umpire is satisfied that the striker had adequate reason for
not being ready, the ball shall not count as one of the over.
20.4.2.6 the striker is distracted by any noise or movement or in any other way while
preparing to receive, or receiving a delivery. This shall apply whether the source of the
distraction is within the match or outside it. Note also clause 20.4.2.7. The ball shall not count
as one of the over.
20.4.2.7 there is an instance of a deliberate attempt to distract under either of clauses 41.4
(Deliberate attempt to distract striker) or 41.5 (Deliberate distraction, deception or obstruction
of batsman). The ball shall not count as one of the over.
20.4.2.8 the bowler drops the ball accidentally before delivery.
20.4.2.9 the bowler throws the ball towards the striker’s end before entering his/her delivery
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20.4.2.10 the ball does not leave the bowler’s hand for any reason other than an attempt to run
out the non-striker under clause 38.3 (Non-striker leaving his ground early).
20.4.2.11 satisfied that the ball in play cannot be recovered.
20.4.2.12 he/she considers that either side has been disadvantaged by a person, animal or
other object within the field of play. However, if both umpires consider the ball would have
reached the boundary regardless of the intervention, the boundary should stand (see Law
19.2.7 – Identifying and marking the boundary).
20.4.2.13 the striker attempts to play the ball and no part of his/her person, whether grounded
or raised, remains within the pitch as defined in Law 6.1 (Area of pitch).
20.4.2.14 required to do so under any of the Playing Conditions not included above.
20.5 Ball ceases to be dead
The ball ceases to be dead – that is, it comes into play – when the bowler starts his run-up or, if there
is no run-up, starts his bowling action.

20.6 Dead ball; ball counting as one of over

20.6.1 When a ball which has been delivered is called dead or is to be considered dead then, other
than as in clause 20.6.2,
20.6.1.1 it will not count in the over if the striker has not had an opportunity to play it.
20.6.1.2 unless No ball or Wide ball has been called, it will be a valid ball if the striker has
had an opportunity to play it, except in the circumstances of clauses 20.4.2.6 and 24.4 (Player
returning without permission), 28.2 (Fielding the ball), 41.4 (Deliberate attempt to distract
striker) and 41.5 (Deliberate distraction, deception or obstruction of batsman).
20.6.2 In clause 20.4.2.5, the ball will not count in the over only if both conditions of not attempting
to play the ball and having an adequate reason for not being ready are met. Otherwise the delivery will
be a valid ball.

21 NO BALL
21.1 Mode of delivery
21.1.1 The umpire shall ascertain whether the bowler intends to bowl right-handed or left handed,
over or round the wicket, and shall so inform the striker. It is unfair if the bowler fails to notify the
umpire of a change in his mode of delivery. In this case the umpire shall call and signal No ball.
21.1.2 Underarm bowling shall not be permitted.

21.2 Fair delivery – the arm

For a delivery to be fair in respect of the arm the ball must not be thrown.
A ball is fairly delivered in respect of the arm if, once the bowler’s arm has reached the level of the
shoulder in the delivery swing, the elbow joint is not straightened partially or completely from that

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instant until the ball has left the hand. This definition shall not debar a bowler from flexing or rotating
the wrist in the delivery swing.
Although it is the primary responsibility of the striker’s end umpire to assess the fairness of a delivery
in this respect, there is nothing in this Law to debar the bowler’s end umpire from calling and
signalling No ball if he/she considers that the ball has been thrown.

21.3 Ball thrown or delivered underarm – action by umpires

21.3.1 If, in the opinion of either umpire, the ball has been thrown after the bowler has entered his
delivery stride or delivered underarm, he/she shall call and signal No ball and, when the ball is dead,
inform the other umpire of the reason for the call.
The bowler’s end umpire shall then
- warn the bowler, indicating that this is a first and final warning. This warning shall apply to
that bowler throughout the innings.
- inform the captain of the fielding side of the reason for this action.
- inform the batsmen at the wicket of what has occurred.
21.3.2 If either umpire considers that, in that innings, a further delivery by the same bowler is thrown
after the bowler has entered his delivery stride or delivered underarm, he/she shall call and signal No
ball and when the ball is dead inform the other umpire of the reason for the call.
The bowler’s end umpire shall then
- direct the captain of the fielding side to suspend the bowler immediately from bowling. The
over shall, if applicable, be completed by another bowler, who shall neither have bowled the
previous over or part thereof nor be allowed to bowl any part of the next over. The bowler
thus suspended shall not bowl again in that innings.
- inform the batsmen at the wicket and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting side
of the reason for this action.
21.3.3 The umpires together shall report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match to the
CDCA, who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the bowler concerned.

21.4 Bowler throwing towards striker’s end before delivery

If the bowler throws the ball towards the striker’s end before entering the delivery stride, it is not a No
ball and the procedure stated in 21.3 shall not apply. However, the umpire shall call and signal Dead
ball under Law 20.4.2.9.

21.5 Fair delivery – the feet

For a delivery to be fair in respect of the feet, in the delivery stride
21.5.1 the bowler’s back foot must land within and not touching the return crease appertaining to his
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21.5.2 the bowler’s front foot must land with some part of the foot, whether grounded or raised
- on the same side of the imaginary line joining the two middle stumps as the return crease
described in clause 21.5.1, and
- behind the popping crease.
If the bowler’s end umpire is satisfied that any of these three conditions have not been met, he/she
shall call and signal No ball. See clause 41.8 (Bowling of deliberate front foot No ball).

21.6 Bowler breaking wicket in delivering ball

Either umpire shall call and signal No ball if, other than in an attempt to run out the non-striker under
clause 38.3, the bowler breaks the wicket at any time after the ball comes into play and before
completion of the stride after the delivery stride. This shall include any clothing or other object that
falls from his/her person and breaks the wicket. See Appendix A.12. Clauses 20.4.2.8, 20.4.2.10
(Umpire calling and signalling Dead ball) and 21.12 will apply.

21.7 Ball bouncing more than once, rolling along the ground or pitching off the pitch
The umpire shall call and signal No ball if a ball which he/she considers to have been delivered,
without having previously touched bat or person of the striker,
- bounces more than once or rolls along the ground before it reaches the popping crease.
- or pitches wholly or partially off the pitch as defined in clause 6.1 (Area of pitch) before it
reaches the line of the striker’s wicket. When a non-turf pitch is being used, this will apply to
any ball that wholly or partially pitches off the artificial surface.

21.8 Ball causing the striker to leave the pitch or Ball coming to rest in front of striker’s wicket
If a ball delivered by the bowler comes to rest in front of the line of the striker’s wicket or is so
far from the pitch that the striker would need to leave the pitch to attempt to play the ball (see clause
25.6 – Striker’s right to play the ball), without having previously touched the bat or person of the
striker, the umpire shall call and signal No ball and immediately call and signal Dead ball.

21.9 Fielder intercepting a delivery

If, except in the circumstances of clause 27.3 (Position of wicket-keeper) a ball delivered by the
bowler, makes contact with any part of a fielder’s person before it either makes contact with the
striker’s bat or person, or it passes the striker’s wicket, the umpire shall call and signal No ball and
immediately call and signal Dead ball.

21.10 Ball bouncing over head height of striker

See clauses 22.1.1.2, 41.6.4 and 41.6.5.

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21.11 Call of No ball for infringement of other Playing Conditions

In addition to the instances above, No ball is to be called and signalled as required by the following
clauses:
Clause 27.3 – Position of wicket-keeper
Clause 28.4 – Limitation of on side fielders
Clause 28.5 – Fielders not to encroach on pitch
Clause 41.6 – Bowling of dangerous and unfair short pitched deliveries
Clause 41.7 – Bowling of dangerous and unfair non-pitching deliveries
Clause 41.8 – Bowling of deliberate front foot No ball.

21.12 Revoking a call of No ball

An umpire shall revoke the call of No ball if Dead ball is called under any of clauses 20.4.2.4,
20.4.2.5, 20.4.2.6, 20.4.2.8 or 20.4.2.10 (Umpire calling and signalling Dead ball).

21.13 No ball to over-ride Wide

A call of No ball shall over-ride the call of Wide ball at any time. See clauses 22.1 (Judging a Wide)
and 22.2 (Call and signal of Wide ball).

21.14 Ball not dead

The ball does not become dead on the call of No ball.

21.15 Penalty for a No ball

A penalty of one run shall be awarded instantly on the call of No ball. Unless the call is revoked, the
penalty shall stand even if a batsman is dismissed. It shall be in addition to any other runs scored, any
boundary allowance and any other runs awarded for penalties.

21.16 Runs resulting from a No ball – how scored

The one run penalty shall be scored as a No ball extra and shall be debited against the bowler. If other
Penalty runs have been awarded to either side these shall be scored as stated in clause 41.18 (Penalty
runs). Any runs completed by the batsmen or any boundary allowance shall be credited to the striker
if the ball has been struck by the bat; Otherwise they shall also be scored as Byes or Leg byes as
appropriate.

21.17 No ball not to count

A No ball shall not count as one of the over. See clause 17.3 (Validity of balls).

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21.18 Out from a No ball

When No ball has been called, neither batsman shall be out under any of the Playing Conditions
except clause 34 (Hit the ball twice), clause 37 (Obstructing the field) or clause 38 (Run out).

21.19 Free Hit

21.19.1 In addition to the above, the delivery following a No ball called (all modes of No ball) shall
be a free hit for whichever batsman is facing it. If the delivery for the free hit is not a legitimate
delivery (any kind of No ball or a Wide ball) then the next delivery will become a free hit for
whichever batsman is facing it.
21.19.2 For any free hit, the striker can be dismissed only under the circumstances that apply for a No
ball, even if the delivery for the free hit is called Wide.
21.19.3 Neither field changes nor the exchange of individuals between fielding positions are permitted
for free hit deliveries unless:
21.19.3.1 There is a change of striker (the provisions of clause 41.5 shall apply), or
21.19.3.2 The No Ball was the result of a fielding restriction breach, in which case the field
may be changed to the extent of correcting the breach.
21.19.4 For clarity, the bowler can change his mode of delivery for the free hit delivery. In such
circumstances clause 21.1 shall apply.
21.19.5 The umpires will signal a free hit by (after the normal No Ball signal) extending one arm
straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion.

22 WIDE BALL
22.1 Judging a Wide
22.1.1 If the bowler bowls a ball, not being a No ball, the umpire shall adjudge it a Wide if, according
to the definition in clause 22.1.2
22.1.1.1 the ball passes wide of where the striker is standing and which also would have
passed wide of the striker standing in a normal guard position.
22.1.1.2 the ball passes above the head height of the striker standing upright at the popping
crease.
22.1.2 The ball will be considered as passing wide of the striker unless it is sufficiently within reach
for him to be able to hit it with the bat by means of a normal cricket stroke.
22.1.3 Umpires are instructed to apply very strict and consistent interpretation in regard to this clause
in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket.
22.1.4 Any ball going outside the return crease shall be called wide irrespective of the position of
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22.2 Call and signal of Wide ball

If the umpire adjudges a delivery to be a Wide he/she shall call and signal Wide ball as soon as the
ball passes the striker’s wicket. It shall, however, be considered to have been a Wide from the instant
that the bowler entered his delivery stride, even though it cannot be called Wide until it passes the
striker’s wicket.

22.3 Revoking a call of Wide ball

22.3.1 The umpire shall revoke the call of Wide ball if there is then any contact between the ball and
the striker’s bat or person before the ball comes into contact with any fielder.
22.3.2 The umpire shall revoke the call of Wide ball if a delivery is called a No ball. See clause 21.13
(No ball to over-ride Wide).

22.4 Delivery not a Wide

22.4.1 The umpire shall not adjudge a delivery as being a Wide, if the striker, by moving, either
causes the ball to pass wide of him, as defined in clause 22.1.2 or brings the ball sufficiently within
reach to be able to hit it by means of a normal cricket stroke.
22.4.2 The umpire shall not adjudge a delivery as being a Wide if the ball touches the striker’s bat or
person, but only as the ball passes the striker.

22.5 Ball not dead

The ball does not become dead on the call of Wide ball.

22.6 Penalty for a Wide

A penalty of one run shall be awarded instantly on the call of Wide ball. Unless the call is revoked,
see clause 22.3, this penalty shall stand even if a batsman is dismissed, and shall be in addition to any
other runs scored, any boundary allowance and any other runs awarded for penalties.

22.7 Runs resulting from a Wide – how scored

All runs completed by the batsmen or a boundary allowance, together with the penalty for the Wide,
shall be scored as Wide balls. Apart from any award of 5 Penalty runs, all runs resulting from a Wide
shall be debited against the bowler.

22.8 Wide not to count

A Wide shall not count as one of the over. See clause 17.3 (Validity of balls).

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22.9 Out from a Wide

When Wide ball has been called, neither batsman shall be out under any of the Playing Conditions
except clause 35 (Hit wicket), clause 37 (Obstructing the field), clause 38 (Run out) or clause 39
(Stumped).

23 BYE AND LEG BYE

23.1 Byes
If the ball, delivered by the bowler, not being a Wide, passes the striker without touching his bat or
person, any runs completed by the batsmen from that delivery, or a boundary allowance, shall be
credited as Byes to the batting side.
Additionally, if the delivery is a No ball, the one run penalty for such a delivery shall be incurred.

23.2 Leg byes

23.2.1 If a ball delivered by the bowler first strikes the person of the striker, runs shall be scored only
if the umpire is satisfied that the striker has either attempted to play the ball with the bat; or tried to
avoid being hit by the ball.
23.2.2 If the umpire is satisfied that either of these conditions has been met runs shall be scored as
follows.
23.2.2.1 If there is either no subsequent contact with the striker’s bat or person, or only
inadvertent contact with the striker’s bat or person, any runs completed by the batsmen or a
boundary allowance shall be credited to the striker in the case of subsequent contact with his
bat but otherwise to the batting side as in clause 23.2.3.
23.2.2.2 If the striker wilfully makes a lawful second strike, clause 34.3 (Ball lawfully struck
more than once) and clause 34.4 (Runs permitted from ball lawfully struck more than once)
shall apply.
23.2.3 The runs in clause 23.2.2.1, unless credited to the striker, shall be scored as Leg byes.
Additionally, if the delivery is a No ball, the one run penalty for the No ball shall be incurred.

23.3 Leg byes not to be awarded

If in the circumstance of clause 23.2.1 the umpire considers that neither of the conditions therein has
been met, then Leg byes shall not be awarded.
If the ball does not become dead for any other reason, the umpire shall call and signal Dead ball as
soon as the ball reaches the boundary or at the completion of the first run.
The umpire shall then:
- disallow all runs to the batting side;
- return any not out batsman to his original end;

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- signal No ball to the scorers if applicable;

- award any 5-run Penalty that is applicable except for Penalty runs under clause 28.3
(Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side).

24 FIELDER’S ABSENCE; SUBSTITUTES

24.1 Substitute fielders
24.1.1 The umpires shall allow a substitute fielder
24.1.1.1 if they are satisfied that a fielder has been injured or become ill and that this occurred
during the match, or
24.1.1.2 for any other wholly acceptable reason.
In all other circumstances, a substitute is not allowed.
24.1.2 A substitute shall not bowl or act as captain but may act as wicket-keeper only with the consent
of the umpires. Note, however, clause 42.4.1.
24.1.3 A nominated player may bowl or field even though a substitute has previously acted for him,
subject to clauses 24.2 and 24.3.
24.1.4 Substitute fielders shall only be permitted in cases of injury, illness or other wholly acceptable
reasons. ’Wholly acceptable reasons’ should be limited to extreme circumstances and should not
include what is commonly referred to as a ’comfort break’.

24.2 Fielder absent or leaving the field of play

24.2.1 A player going briefly outside the boundary while carrying out any duties as a fielder is not
absent from the field of play nor, for the purposes of this clause, is he to be regarded as having left the
field of play.
24.2.2 If a fielder fails to take the field at the start of play or at any later time, or leaves the field
during a session of play,
24.2.2.1 an umpire shall be informed of the reason for this absence.
24.2.2.2 he shall not thereafter come on to the field of play during a session of play without
the consent of the umpire. See clause 24.4. The umpire shall give such consent as soon as it is
practicable.
24.2.3 If a player is absent from the field for longer than 8 minutes, the following restrictions shall
apply to their future participation in the match:
24.2.3.1 The player shall not be permitted to bowl in the match until he has either been able to
field, or his team has subsequently been batting, for the total length of playing time for which
the player was absent (hereafter referred to as Penalty time). A player’s unexpired Penalty
time shall be limited to a maximum of 120 minutes. If any unexpired Penalty time remains at
the end of an innings, it is carried forward to the next and subsequent innings of the match.

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24.2.3.2 The player shall not be permitted to bat in the match until his team’s batting innings
has been in progress for the length of playing time that is equal to the unexpired Penalty time
carried forward from the previous innings. However, once his side has lost five wickets in its
batting innings, he may bat immediately.
24.2.4 If the player leaves the field before having served all of his Penalty time, the balance is carried
forward as unserved Penalty time.
24.2.5 On any occasion of absence, the amount of playing time for which the player is off the field
shall be added to any Penalty time that remains unserved, subject to a maximum cumulative Penalty
time of 120 minutes, and that player shall not bowl until all of his Penalty time has been served.
24.2.6 For the purposes of clauses 24.2.3.1 and 24.2.3.2, playing time shall comprise the time play is
in progress excluding intervals for meals and intervals between innings. For clarity, a player’s Penalty
time will continue to expire after he is dismissed, for the remainder of his team’s batting innings.
24.2.7 If there is an unscheduled break in play, the stoppage time shall count as Penalty time served,
provided that,
24.2.7.1 the fielder who was on the field of play at the start of the break either takes the field
on the resumption of play, or his side is now batting.
24.2.7.2 the fielder who was already off the field at the start of the break notifies an umpire in
person as soon as he is able to participate, and either takes the field on the resumption of play,
or his side is now batting. Stoppage time before an umpire has been so notified shall not count
towards unserved Penalty time.
24.2.8 Any unserved Penalty time shall be carried forward into the next innings of the match, as
applicable.
24.2.9 If a player is seriously injured or any kind of injury (batsman/bowler/fielder) happens on the
field of play and requires medical attention, The maximum time allowed for that player to recover
from the injury and to be ready to participate in the match is Four minutes. The player has to leave the
field if he needs more time to recover.

24.3 Penalty time not incurred

A nominated player’s absence will not incur Penalty time if,
24.3.1 he has suffered an external blow during the match and, as a result, has justifiably left the field
or is unable to take the field.
24.3.2 in the opinion of the umpires, the player has been absent or has left the field for other wholly
acceptable reasons, which shall not include illness or internal injury.
24.3.3 the player is absent from the field for a period of 8 minutes or less.

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24.4 Player returning without permission

If a player comes on to the field of play in contravention of clause 24.2.2 and comes into contact with
the ball while it is in play, the ball shall immediately become dead.
- The umpire shall award 5 Penalty runs to the batting side.
- Runs completed by the batsmen shall be scored together with the run-in progress if they had
already crossed at the instant of the offence.
- The ball shall not count as one of the over.
- The umpire shall inform the other umpire, the captain of the fielding side, the batsmen and,
as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting side of the reason for this action.
- The umpires together may report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match to the
CDCA.

25 BATSMAN’S INNINGS
25.1 Eligibility to act as a batsman
Only a nominated player may bat and, subject to clause 25.3, may do so even though a substitute
fielder has previously acted for him.

25.2 Commencement of a batsman’s innings

The innings of the first two batsmen, and that of any new batsman on the resumption of play after a
call of Time, shall commence at the call of Play. At any other time, a batsman’s innings shall be
considered to have commenced when that batsman first steps onto the field of play.

25.3 Restriction on batsman commencing an innings

25.3.1 If a member of the batting side has unserved Penalty time (see clause 24.2.7) that player shall
not be permitted to bat until that Penalty time has been served. However, even if the unserved Penalty
time has not expired, that player may bat after his side has lost 5 wickets.
25.3.2 A member of the batting side’s Penalty time is served during Playing time. In the event of an
unscheduled stoppage, the stoppage time after the batsman notifies an umpire in person that he is able
to participate shall count as Penalty time served.

25.4 Batsman retiring

25.4.1 A batsman may retire at any time during his innings when the ball is dead. The umpires, before
allowing play to proceed, shall be informed of the reason for a batsman retiring.
25.4.2 If a batsman retires because of illness, injury or any other unavoidable cause, that batsman is
entitled to resume his innings. If for any reason this does not happen, that batsman is to be recorded as
‘Retired – not out’.

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25.4.3 If a batsman retires for any reason other than as in clause 25.4.2, it will be treated as a
dismissal. Batsman cannot resume innings with the consent of the opposing captain. The team’s score
will consider it a dismissal.
25.4.4 If after retiring a batsman resumes his innings, subject to the requirements of clauses 25.4.2, it
shall be only at the fall of a wicket or the retirement of another batsman.

25.5 Runners
Runners shall not be permitted.

25.6 Striker’s right to play the ball

The striker has a right to play the ball, or to make a legitimate second strike, after it has been
delivered, without interference from the wicket-keeper or any other fielder (see Law 27.5 –
Restrictions on actions of wicket-keeper and Law 27.6 – Interference with wicketkeeper by striker).
However, the striker may only attempt to play the ball if some of his/her bat or person, whether
grounded or raised, remains within the pitch, as defined in Law 6.1 (Area of pitch). Should no part of
the striker’s bat or person remain within the pitch, whilst the striker is playing the ball, either umpire
shall immediately call and signal Dead ball.

26 PRACTICE ON THE FIELD

26.1 Practice on the pitch or the rest of the square
26.1.1 There shall not be any practice on the pitch at any time on any day of the match.
26.1.2 There shall not be any practice on the rest of the square at any time on any day of the match,
except with the approval of the umpires.
26.1.2.1 If approved by the umpires, the use of the square for practice on any day of any
match will be restricted to any netted practice area or bowling strips specifically prepared on
the edge of the square for that purpose.
26.1.2.2 Bowling practice on the bowling strips referred to above shall also be permitted
during the interval (and change of innings if not the interval) unless the umpires consider that,
in the prevailing conditions of ground and weather, it will be detrimental to the surface of the
square.

26.2 Practice on the outfield

26.2.1 On any day of the match, all forms of practice are permitted on the outfield
- before the start of play;
- after the close of play; and
- during the interval or between innings,

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providing the umpires are satisfied that such practice will not cause significant deterioration in the
condition of the outfield.
26.2.2 Between the call of Play and the call of Time, practice shall be permitted on the outfield,
providing that all of the following conditions are met:
- only the fielders (as defined in paragraph 7 of Appendix A) participate in such practice.
- no ball other than the match ball is used for this practice.
- no bowling practice takes place in the area between the square and the boundary in a
direction parallel to the match pitch.
- the umpires are satisfied that it will not contravene either of clauses 41.3 (The match ball
changing its condition) or 41.9 (Time wasting by the fielding side).
Bowling a ball, using a short run up to a player in the outfield is not to be regarded as bowling
practice but shall be subject to the other conditions in this clause.

26.3 Trial run-up

A bowler is permitted to have a trial run-up provided the umpire is satisfied that it will not contravene
either of clauses 41.9 (Time wasting by the fielding side) or 41.12 (Fielder damaging the pitch).

26.4 Penalties for contravention

All forms of practice are subject to the provisions of clauses 41.13 (The match ball – changing its
condition), 41.9 (Time wasting by the fielding side) and 41.12 (Fielder damaging the pitch).
26.4.1 If there is a contravention of any of the provisions of clause 26.1 or 26.2, the umpire shall
- warn the player that the practice is not permitted;
- inform the other umpire and, as soon as practicable, both captains of the reason for this
action.
26.4.1.1 If the contravention is by a batsman at the wicket, the umpire shall inform the other
batsman and each incoming batsman that the warning has been issued. The warning shall
apply to the team of that player throughout the match.
26.4.2 If during the match there is any further contravention by any player of that team, the umpire
shall
- award 5 Penalty runs to the opposing side;
- inform the other umpire, the scorers and, as soon as practicable, both captains, and,
if the contravention is during play, the batsmen at the wicket.
- The umpires together may report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match
to the CDCA.

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27 THE WICKET-KEEPER
27.1 Protective equipment
The wicket-keeper is the only fielder permitted to wear gloves and external leg guards. If these are
worn, they are to be regarded as part of his person for the purposes of clause 28.2 (Fielding the ball).
If by the wicket-keeper’s actions and positioning when the ball comes into play it is apparent to the
umpires that he will not be able to carry out the normal duties of a wicket-keeper, he shall forfeit this
right and also the right to be recognised as a wicket-keeper for the purposes of clauses 33.2 (A fair
catch), 39 (Stumped), 28.1 (Protective equipment), 28.4 (Limitation of on-side fielders) and 28.5
(Fielders not to encroach on pitch).

27.2 Gloves
27.2.1 If, as permitted under clause 27.1, the wicket-keeper wears gloves, they shall have no webbing
between the fingers except joining index finger and thumb, where webbing may be inserted as a
means of support.
27.2.2 If used, the webbing shall be a single piece of non-stretch material which, although it may have
facing material attached, shall have no reinforcements or tucks.
27.2.3 The top edge of the webbing shall not protrude beyond the straight line joining the top of the
index finger to the top of the thumb and shall be taut when a hand wearing the glove has the thumb
fully extended. See paragraph 3 of Appendix B.

27.3 Position of wicket-keeper

27.3.1 The wicket-keeper shall remain wholly behind the wicket at the striker’s end from the moment
the ball comes into play until a ball delivered by the bowler:
touches the bat or person of the striker; or
passes the wicket at the striker’s end; or
the striker attempts a run.
27.3.2 In the event of the wicket-keeper contravening this clause, the striker’s end umpire shall call
and signal No ball as soon as applicable after the delivery of the ball.

27.4 Movement by wicket-keeper

27.4.1 After the ball comes into play and before it reaches the striker, it is unfair if the wicketkeeper
significantly alters his position in relation to the striker’s wicket, except for the following:
27.4.1.1 movement of a few paces forward for a slower delivery, unless in so doing it brings
him within reach of the wicket.
27.4.1.2 lateral movement in response to the direction in which the ball has been delivered.
27.4.1.3 movement in response to the stroke that the striker is playing or that his actions
suggest he intends to play. However, the provisions of clause 27.3 shall apply.

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27.4.2 In the event of unfair movement by the wicket-keeper, either umpire shall call and signal Dead
ball.

27.5 Restriction on actions of wicket-keeper

If, in the opinion of either umpire, the wicket-keeper interferes with the striker’s right to play the ball
and to guard his wicket, clause 20.4.2.6 (Umpire calling and signalling Dead ball) shall apply.
If, however, either umpire considers that the interference by the wicket-keeper was wilful, then clause
41.4 (Deliberate attempt to distract striker) shall also apply.

27.6 Interference with wicket-keeper by striker

If, in playing at the ball or in the legitimate defence of his wicket, the striker interferes with the
wicket-keeper, he shall not be out except as provided for in clause 37.3 (Obstructing a ball from being
caught).

28 THE FIELDER
28.1 Protective equipment
No fielder other than the wicket-keeper shall be permitted to wear gloves or external leg guards. In
addition, protection for the hand or fingers may be worn only with the consent of the umpires. The
exchange of protective equipment between members of the fielding side on the field shall be
permitted provided that the umpires do not consider that it constitutes a waste of playing time.

28.2 Fielding the ball

28.2.1 A fielder may field the ball with any part of his person (see paragraph 12 of Appendix A),
except as in clause 28.2.1.2. However, he will be deemed to have fielded the ball illegally if, while the
ball is in play he wilfully:
28.2.1.1 uses anything other than part of his person to field the ball.
28.2.1.2 extends his clothing with his hands and uses this to field the ball.
28.2.1.3 discards a piece of clothing, equipment or any other object which subsequently
makes contact with the ball.
28.2.2 It is not illegal fielding if the ball in play makes contact with a piece of clothing, equipment or
any other object which has accidentally fallen from the fielder’s person.
28.2.3 If a fielder illegally fields the ball, the ball shall immediately become dead and
- the penalty for a No ball or a Wide shall stand.
- any runs completed by the batsmen shall be credited to the batting side, together with the
run in progress if the batsmen had already crossed at the instant of the offence.
- the ball shall not count as one of the over.
In addition the umpire shall:

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- award 5 Penalty runs to the batting side.

- inform the other umpire and the captain of the fielding side of the reason for this action.
- inform the batsmen and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting side of what has
occurred.
- The umpires together may report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match to the
CDCA.

28.3 Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side

28.3.1 Protective helmets, when not in use by fielders, may not be placed on the ground, above the
surface except behind the wicket-keeper and in line with both sets of stumps.
28.3.2 If the ball while in play strikes a helmet, placed as described in clause 28.3.1,
28.3.2.1 the ball shall become dead and, subject to clause 28.3.3,
28.3.2.2 an award of 5 Penalty runs shall be made to the batting side;
28.3.2.3 any runs completed by the batsmen before the ball strikes the protective helmet shall
be scored, together with the run in progress if the batsmen had already crossed at the instant
of the ball striking the protective helmet.
28.3.3 If the ball while in play strikes a helmet, placed as described in clause 28.3.1, unless the
circumstances of clause 23.3 (Leg byes not to be awarded) or clause 34 (Hit the ball twice), apply, the
umpire shall:
- permit the batsmen’s runs as in clause 28.3.2.3 to be scored
- signal No ball or Wide ball to the scorers if applicable
- award 5 Penalty runs as in clause 28.3.2.2
- award any other Penalty runs due to the batting side.
28.3.4 If the ball while in play strikes a helmet, placed as described in clause 28.3.1, and the
circumstances of clause 23.3 (Leg byes not to be awarded) or clause 34 (Hit the ball twice) apply, the
umpire shall:
- disallow all runs to the batting side
- return any not out batsman to his original end
- signal No ball or Wide ball to the scorers if applicable
- award any 5-run Penalty that is applicable except for Penalty runs under clause 28.3.2.

28.4 Limitation of on side fielders

28.4.1 At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than 5 fielders on the leg side.
28.4.2 At the instant of the bowler’s delivery there shall not be more than two fielders, other than the
wicket-keeper, behind the popping crease on the on side. A fielder will be considered to be behind the
popping crease unless the whole of his person whether grounded or in the air is in front of this line.

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28.4.3. In the event of infringement of this clause by any fielder, the striker’s end umpire shall call
and signal No ball.

28.5 Fielders not to encroach on pitch

While the ball is in play and until the ball has made contact with the striker’s bat or person, or has
passed the striker’s bat, no fielder, other than the bowler, may have any part of his person grounded
on or extended over the pitch.
In the event of infringement of this clause by any fielder other than the wicket-keeper, the bowler’s
end umpire shall call and signal No ball as soon as possible after delivery of the ball.
Note, however, clause 27.3 (Position of wicketkeeper).

28.6 Movement by any fielder other than the wicket-keeper

28.6.1 Any movement by any fielder, excluding the wicket-keeper, after the ball comes into play and
before the ball reaches the striker, is unfair except for the following:
28.6.1.1 minor adjustments to stance or position in relation to the striker’s wicket.
28.6.1.2 movement by any fielder, other than a close fielder, towards the striker or the
striker’s wicket that does not significantly alter the position of the fielder.
28.6.1.3 movement by any fielder in response to the stroke that the striker is playing or that
his actions suggest he intends to play.
28.6.2 In all circumstances clause 28.4 (Limitation of on side fielders) shall apply.
28.6.3 In the event of such unfair movement, either umpire shall call and signal Dead ball.
28.6.4 Note also the provisions of clause 41.4 (Deliberate attempt to distract striker). See also clause
27.4 (Movement by wicket-keeper).

28.7 Restrictions on the placement of fielders

28.7.1 In addition to the restrictions contained in clause 28.4 above, further fielding restrictions shall
apply to certain overs in each innings. The nature of such fielding restrictions and the overs during
which they shall apply are set out in the following paragraphs.
28.7.2 The following fielding restrictions shall apply:
28.7.2.1 Two semi-circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi-circles shall have as
their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi-circles
shall be 30 yards (27.43 metres). The semi-circles shall be linked by two parallel straight lines
drawn on the field. (Refer to paragraph 2 of Appendix C). The fielding restriction areas
should be marked by continuous painted white lines or ‘dots’ at 5 yard (4.57 metres) intervals,
each ‘dot’ to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring 7 inches
(18 cm) in diameter.
28.7.2.2 At the instant of delivery:

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28.7.2.2.1 Powerplay 1 - no more than two (2) fielders shall be permitted outside this
fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs, these are overs 1 to 10 inclusive.
28.7.2.2.2 Powerplay 2 - no more than four (4) fielders shall be permitted outside this
fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs, these are overs 11 to 40 inclusive
28.7.2.2.3 Powerplay 3 - no more than five (5) fielders shall be permitted outside this
fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs, these are overs 41 to 50 inclusive
28.7.2.3 In circumstances when the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the
number of overs within each phase of the innings shall be reduced in accordance with the
table below. For the sake of clarity, it should be noted that the table shall apply to both the 1st
and 2nd innings of the match.

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28.7.2.4 If play is interrupted during an innings and the table above applies, the Powerplay takes
immediate effect. For the avoidance of doubt this applies even if the interruption has occurred mid-
over.
Illustrations:

i) A 50 over innings is interrupted after 8.3 overs and reduced to 32 overs. The new phases are
7+19+6. Therefore the middle phase fielding restrictions take immediate effect when play resumes
and last for a further 17.3 overs. The final phase begins after 26 overs have been bowled.

ii) A 40 over innings is interrupted after 18.5 overs and reduced to 22 overs. The new phases are
5+13+4. When play resumes, the final phase fielding restrictions apply for the remaining 3.1 overs.
28.7.2.5 At the commencement of the middle and final phases of an innings, the umpire shall signal
such commencement to the scorers by rotating his arm in a large circle.
28.7.2.6 In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, the square leg
umpire shall call and signal No ball.

29 THE WICKET IS DOWN

29.1 Wicket put down
29.1.1 The wicket is put down if a bail is completely removed from the top of the stumps, or a stump
is struck out of the ground,
29.1.1.1 by the ball,
29.1.1.2 by the striker’s bat if held or by any part of the bat that he is holding,
29.1.1.3 for the purpose of this clause only, by the striker's bat not in hand, or by any part of
the bat which has become detached,
29.1.1.4 by the striker’s person or by any part of his clothing or equipment becoming
detached from his person,
29.1.1.5 by a fielder with his hand or arm, providing that the ball is held in the hand or hands
so used, or in the hand of the arm so used.
29.1.1.6 The wicket is also put down if a fielder strikes or pulls a stump out of the ground as
in 29.1.1.5.
29.1.2 The disturbance of a bail, whether temporary or not, shall not constitute its complete removal
from the top of the stumps, but if a bail in falling lodges between two of the stumps this shall be
regarded as complete removal.

29.2 One bail off

If one bail is off, it shall be sufficient for the purpose of putting the wicket down to remove the
remaining bail or to strike or pull any of the three stumps out of the ground, in any of the ways stated
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29.3 Remaking wicket

If a wicket is broken or put down while the ball is in play, it shall not be remade by an umpire until
the ball is dead. See clause 20 (Dead ball).
Any fielder may, however, while the ball is in play,
- replace a bail or bails on top of the stumps.
- put back one or more stumps into the ground where the wicket originally stood.

29.4 Dispensing with bails

If the umpires have agreed to dispense with bails in accordance with clause 8.4 (Dispensing with
bails), it is for the umpire concerned to decide whether or not the wicket has been put down.
29.4.1 After a decision to play without bails, the wicket has been put down if the umpire concerned is
satisfied that the wicket has been struck by the ball, by the striker’s bat, person or items of his clothing
or equipment as described in clauses 29.1.1.2, 29.1.1.3 or 29.1.1.4, or by a fielder in the manner
described in clause 29.1.1.5.
29.4.2 If the wicket has already been broken or put down, clause 29.4.1 shall apply to any stump or
stumps still in the ground. Any fielder may replace a stump or stumps, in accordance with clause 29.3,
in order to have an opportunity of putting the wicket down.

30 BATSMAN OUT OF HIS GROUND

30.1 When out of his ground
30.1.1 A batsman shall be considered to be out of his ground unless some part of his person or bat is
grounded behind the popping crease at that end.
30.1.2 However, a batsman shall not be considered to be out of his ground if, in running or diving
towards his ground and beyond, and having grounded some part of his person or bat beyond the
popping crease, there is subsequent loss of contact:
between the ground and any part of his person or bat; or
between the bat and person.

30.2 Which is a batsman’s ground

30.2.1 If only one batsman is within a ground, it is his ground and will remain so even if he is later
joined there by the other batsman.
30.2.2 If both batsmen are in the same ground and one of them subsequently leaves it, the ground
belongs to the batsman who remains in it.
30.2.3 If there is no batsman in either ground, then each ground belongs to whichever batsman is
nearer to it, or, if the batsmen are level, to whichever batsman was nearer to it immediately prior to
their drawing level.

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30.2.4 If a ground belongs to one batsman then the other ground belongs to the other batsman,
irrespective of his position.

30.3 Position of non-striker

The non-striker, when standing at the bowler’s end, should be positioned on the opposite side of the
wicket to that from which the ball is being delivered, unless a request to do otherwise is granted by
the umpire.

31 APPEALS
31.1 Umpire not to give batsman out without an appeal
Neither umpire shall give a batsman out, even though he may be out under these Playing Conditions,
unless appealed to by a fielder. This shall not debar a batsman who is out under these Playing
Conditions from leaving the wicket without an appeal having been made. Note, however, the
provisions of clause 31.7.

31.2 Batsman dismissed

A batsman is dismissed if he is
either given out by an umpire, on appeal
or out under these Playing Conditions and leaves the wicket as in clause 31.1.

31.3 Timing of appeals

For an appeal to be valid, it must be made before the bowler begins his run-up or, if there is no run-
up, his bowling action to deliver the next ball, and before Time has been called. The call of Over does
not invalidate an appeal made prior to the start of the following over, provided Time has not been
called. See clauses 12.2 (Call of Time) and 17.2 (Start of an
over).

31.4 Appeal “How’s That?”

An appeal “How’s That?” covers all ways of being out.

31.5 Answering appeals

The striker’s end umpire shall answer all appeals arising out of any of clauses 35 (Hit wicket), 39
(Stumped) or 38 (Run out) when this occurs at the wicket-keeper’s end. The bowler’s end umpire
shall answer all other appeals. When an appeal is made, each umpire shall answer on any matter that
falls within his jurisdiction.
When a batsman has been given Not out, either umpire may answer an appeal, made in accordance
with clause 31.3, if it is on a further matter and is within his jurisdiction.

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31.6 Consultation by umpires

Each umpire shall answer appeals on matters within his own jurisdiction. If an umpire is doubtful
about any point that the other umpire may have been in a better position to see, he/she shall consult
the latter on this point of fact and shall then give the decision. If, after consultation, there is still doubt
remaining, the decision shall be Not out.

31.7 Batsman leaving the wicket under a misapprehension

An umpire shall intervene if satisfied that a batsman, not having been given out, has left the wicket
under a misapprehension of being out. The umpire intervening shall call and signal Dead ball to
prevent any further action by the fielding side and shall recall the batsman.
A batsman may be recalled at any time up to the instant when the ball comes into play for the next
delivery, unless it is the final wicket of the innings, in which case it should be up to the instant when
the umpires leave the field.

31.8 Withdrawal of an appeal

The captain of the fielding side may withdraw an appeal only after obtaining the consent of the
umpire within whose jurisdiction the appeal falls. If such consent is given, the umpire concerned
shall, if applicable, revoke the decision and recall the batsman.
The withdrawal of an appeal must be before the instant when the ball comes into play for the next
delivery or, if the innings has been completed, the instant when the umpires leave the field.

32 BOWLED
32.1 Out Bowled
32.1.1 The striker is out Bowled if his wicket is put down by a ball delivered by the bowler, not being
a No ball, even if it first touches the striker’s bat or person.
32.1.2 However, the striker shall not be out Bowled if before striking the wicket the ball has been in
contact with any other player or an umpire. The striker will, however, be subject to clauses 37
(Obstructing the field), 38 (Run out) and 39 (Stumped).

32.2 Bowled to take precedence

The striker is out Bowled if his wicket is put down as in clause 32.1, even though a decision against
him for any other method of dismissal would be justified.

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33 CAUGHT
33.1 Out Caught
The striker is out Caught if a ball delivered by the bowler, not being a No ball, touches his bat without
having previously been in contact with any fielder, and is subsequently held by a fielder as a fair
catch, as described in clauses 33.2 and 33.3, before it touches the ground.

33.2 A fair catch

33.2.1 A catch will be fair only if, in every case
either the ball, at any time
or any fielder in contact with the ball,
is not grounded beyond the boundary before the catch is completed. Note clauses 19.4 (Ball grounded
beyond the boundary) and 19.5 (Fielder grounded beyond the boundary).
33.2.2 Furthermore, a catch will be fair if any of the following conditions applies:
33.2.2.1 the ball is held in the hand or hands of a fielder, even if the hand holding the ball is
touching the ground, or is hugged to the body, or lodges in the external protective equipment
worn by a fielder, or lodges accidentally in a fielder’s clothing.
33.2.2.2 a fielder catches the ball after it has been lawfully struck more than once by the
striker, but only if it has not been grounded since it was first struck. See clause 34 (Hit the
ball twice).
33.2.2.3 a fielder catches the ball after it has touched the wicket, an umpire, another fielder or
the other batsman.
33.2.2.4 a fielder catches the ball after it has crossed the boundary in the air, provided that the
conditions in clause 33.2.1 are met.
33.2.2.5 the ball is caught off an obstruction within the boundary that is not designated a
boundary by the umpires.

33.3 Making a catch

The act of making a catch shall start from the time when the ball first comes into contact with a
fielder’s person and shall end when a fielder obtains complete control over both the ball and his own
movement.

33.4 No runs to be scored

If the striker is dismissed Caught, runs from that delivery completed by the batsmen before the
completion of the catch shall not be scored but any runs for penalties awarded to either side shall
stand. The non-striker shall return to his/her original end. See Law 18.11 (Batter returning to original
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33.5 Caught to take precedence

If the criteria of clause 33.1 are met and the striker is not out Bowled, then he is out Caught, even
though a decision against either batsman for another method of dismissal would be justified.

34 HIT THE BALL TWICE

34.1 Out Hit the ball twice
34.1.1 The striker is out Hit the ball twice if, while the ball is in play, it strikes any part of his person
or is struck by his bat and, before the ball has been touched by a fielder, the striker wilfully strikes it
again with his bat or person, other than a hand not holding the bat, except for the sole purpose of
guarding his wicket. See clause 34.3 and clause 37 (Obstructing the field).
34.1.2 For the purpose of this clause ‘struck’ or ‘strike’ shall include contact with the person of the
striker.

34.2 Not out Hit the ball twice

The striker will not be out under this clause if he:
34.2.1 strikes the ball a second or subsequent time in order to return the ball to any fielder. Note,
however, the provisions of clause 37.4 (Returning the ball to a fielder).
34.2.2 wilfully strikes the ball after it has touched a fielder. Note, however the provisions of clause
37.1 (Out Obstructing the field).

34.3 Ball lawfully struck more than once

The striker may, solely in order to guard his wicket and before the ball has been touched by a fielder,
lawfully strike the ball a second or subsequent time with the bat, or with any part of his person other
than a hand not holding the bat.
The striker may guard his/her wicket even if the delivery is a No ball.
However, the striker may not prevent the ball from being caught by striking the ball more than once in
defence of his wicket. See clause 37.3 (Obstructing a ball from being caught).

34.4 Runs permitted from ball lawfully struck more than once
When the ball is lawfully struck more than once, as permitted in clause 34.3, if the ball does not
become dead for any reason, the umpire shall call and signal Dead ball as soon as the ball reaches the
boundary or at the completion of the first run. However, the umpire shall delay the call of Dead ball to
allow the opportunity for a catch to be completed.
The umpire shall
- disallow all runs to the batting side;
- return any not out batsman to his original end;
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- award any 5-run Penalty that is applicable except for Penalty runs under clause 28.3
(Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side).

34.5 Bowler does not get credit

The bowler does not get credit for the wicket.

35 HIT WICKET
35.1 Out Hit wicket
35.1.1 The striker is out Hit wicket if, after the bowler has entered the delivery stride and while the
ball is in play, his wicket is put down by either the striker’s bat or person as described in clauses
29.1.1.2 to 29.1.1.4 (Wicket put down) in any of the following circumstances:
35.1.1.1 in the course of any action taken by him in preparing to receive or in receiving a
delivery,
35.1.1.2 in setting off for the first run immediately after playing or playing at the ball,
35.1.1.3 if no attempt is made to play the ball, in setting off for the first run, providing that in
the opinion of the umpire this is immediately after the striker has had the opportunity of
playing the ball,
35.1.1.4 in lawfully making a second or further stroke for the purpose of guarding his wicket
within the provisions of clause 34.3 (Ball lawfully struck more than once).
35.1.2 If the striker puts his wicket down in any of the ways described in clauses 29.1.1.2 to 29.1.1.4
before the bowler has entered the delivery stride, either umpire shall call and signal Dead ball.

35.2 Not out Hit wicket

The striker is not out under this clause should his wicket be put down in any of the ways referred to in
clause 35.1 if any of the following applies:
- it occurs after the striker has completed any action in receiving the delivery, other than in
clauses 35.1.1.2 to 35.1.1.4.
- it occurs when the striker is in the act of running, other than setting off immediately for the
first run.
- it occurs when the striker is trying to avoid being run out or stumped.
- it occurs when the striker is trying to avoid a throw in at any time.
- the bowler after entering the delivery stride does not deliver the ball. In this case either
umpire shall immediately call and signal Dead ball. See clause 20.4 (Umpire calling and
signalling Dead ball).
- the delivery is a No ball.

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36 LEG BEFORE WICKET

36.1 Out LBW
The striker is out LBW if all the circumstances set out in clauses 36.1.1 to 36.1.5 apply:
36.1.1 The bowler delivers a ball, not being a No ball
36.1.2 the ball, if it is not intercepted full-pitch, pitches in line between wicket and wicket or on the
off side of the striker’s wicket
36.1.3 the ball not having previously touched his bat, the striker intercepts the ball, either full pitch or
after pitching, with any part of his person
36.1.4 the point of impact, even if above the level of the bails,
either is between wicket and wicket
or if the striker has made no genuine attempt to play the ball with the bat, is between wicket
and wicket or outside the line of the off stump.
36.1.5 but for the interception, the ball would have hit the wicket.

36.2 Interception of the ball

36.2.1 In assessing points of impact in clauses 36.1.3, 36.1.4 and 36.1.5, only the first interception is
to be considered.
36.2.2 In assessing 36.1.3, if the bowler’s end umpire is not satisfied that the ball intercepted the
batsman’s person before it touched the bat, the batsman shall be given Not out.
36.2.3 In assessing clause 36.1.5, it is to be assumed that the path of the ball before interception would
have continued after interception, irrespective of whether the ball might have pitched subsequently or
not.

36.3 Off side of wicket

The off side of the striker’s wicket shall be determined by the striker’s stance at the moment the ball
comes into play for that delivery. See paragraph 13 of Appendix A.

37 OBSTRUCTING THE FIELD

37.1 Out Obstructing the field
37.1.1 Either batsman is out Obstructing the field if, except in the circumstances of clause 37.2, and
while the ball is in play, he wilfully attempts to obstruct or distract the fielding side by word or action.
See also clause 34 (Hit the ball twice).
37.1.2 The striker is out Obstructing the field if, except in the circumstances of clause 37.2, in the act
of receiving a ball delivered by the bowler, he wilfully strikes the ball with a hand not holding the bat.
This will apply whether it is the first strike or a second or subsequent strike. The act of receiving the
ball shall extend both to playing at the ball and to striking the ball more than once in defence of his
wicket.

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37.1.3 This clause will apply whether or not No ball is called.

37.1.4 For the avoidance of doubt, if an umpire feels that a batsman, in running between the wickets,
has significantly changed his direction without probable cause and thereby obstructed a fielder’s
attempt to effect a run out, the batsman should, on appeal, be given out, obstructing the field. It shall
not be relevant whether a run out would have occurred or not.
If the change of direction involves the batsman crossing the pitch, clause 41.14 shall also apply.

37.2 Not out Obstructing the field

A batsman shall not be out Obstructing the field if
obstruction or distraction is accidental, or
obstruction is in order to avoid injury, or
in the case of the striker, he makes a second or subsequent strike to guard his wicket lawfully as in
clause 34.3 (Ball lawfully struck more than once). However, see clause 37.3.

37.3 Obstructing a ball from being caught

37.3.1 If the delivery is not a No ball, the striker is out Obstructing the field if wilful obstruction or
distraction by either batsman prevents the striker being out Caught.
37.3.2 37.3.1 shall apply even if an obstruction is caused by the striker in lawfully guarding his/her
wicket under the provision of Clause 34.3 (Ball lawfully struck more than once).
37.3.3 If an obstruction or distraction takes place from a No ball then the batsman who caused the
obstruction or distraction will be out Obstructing the field.
37.3.4 37.3.3 shall not apply if the striker obstructs while instinctively defending his/her wicket with a
lawful second strike.

37.4 Returning the ball to a fielder

Either batsman is out Obstructing the field if, at any time while the ball is in play and, without the
consent of a fielder, he uses the bat or any part of his person to return the ball to any fielder.

37.5 Runs scored

When either batsman is dismissed Obstructing the field,
37.5.1 unless the obstruction prevents a catch from being made, any runs completed by the batsmen
before the offence shall be scored, together with any runs awarded for penalties to either side. See
clauses 18.6 (Runs awarded for penalties) and 18.8 (Runs scored when a batsman is dismissed).
37.5.2 if the obstruction prevents a catch from being made, any runs completed by the batsmen shall
not be scored but any penalties awarded to either side shall stand. Law 18.11 (Batter returning to
original end) will apply.

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37.6 Bowler does not get credit

The bowler does not get credit for the wicket.

38 RUN OUT
38.1 Out Run out
Either batsman is out Run out, except as in clause 38.2, if, at any time while the ball is in play,
he is out of his ground
and his wicket is fairly put down by the action of a fielder
even though No ball has been called, except in the circumstances of clause 38.2.2.2, and whether or
not a run is being attempted.

38.2 Batsman not out Run out

38.2.1 A batsman is not out Run out in the circumstances of clauses 38.2.1.1 or 38.2.1.2.
38.2.1.1 He has been within his ground and has subsequently left it to avoid injury, when the
wicket is put down. Note also the provisions of clause 30.1.2 (When out of his ground).
38.2.1.2 The ball, delivered by the bowler, has not made contact with a fielder before the
wicket is put down.
38.2.2 The striker is not out Run out in any of the circumstances in clauses 38.2.2.1 and 38.2.2.2.
38.2.2.1 He is out Stumped. See clause 39.1.2 (Out Stumped).
38.2.2.2 No ball has been called
and he is out of his ground not attempting a run
and the wicket is fairly put down by the wicket-keeper without the intervention of
another fielder.

38.3 Non-striker leaving his ground early

38.3.1 If the non-striker is out of his/her ground at any time from the moment the ball comes into play
until the instant when the bowler would normally have been expected to release the ball, the non-
striker is liable to be Run out by the bowler attempting to run him/her out. In these circumstances, the
non- striker will be out Run out if he/she is out of his/her ground when his/her wicket is broken by the
bowler throwing the ball at the wicket or by the bowler’s hand holding the ball, whether or not the
ball is subsequently delivered.
38.3.2 If the ball is not delivered,
- if there is an appeal, the umpire shall make his/her decision on the Run out.
- if there is no appeal, or if the decision is not out, he/she shall call and signal Dead ball as
soon as possible.
- the ball shall not count as one in the over.
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- the umpire shall make his/her decision on the Run out.

- if the non-striker is not dismissed, the ball remains in play and Law 21.6 (Bowler breaking
wicket in delivering ball) shall apply.
- if the non-striker is dismissed, the ball shall not count as one in the over.

38.4 Which batsman is out

The batsman out in the circumstances of clause 38.1 is the one whose ground is at the end where the
wicket is put down. See clause 30.2 (Which is a batsman’s ground).

38.5 Runs scored

If either batsman is dismissed Run out, the run in progress when the wicket is put down shall not be
scored, but any runs completed by the batsmen shall stand, together with any runs for penalties
awarded to either side. See clauses 18.6 (Runs awarded for penalties) and 18.8 (Runs scored when a
batsman is dismissed).

38.6 Bowler does not get credit

The bowler does not get credit for the wicket.

39 STUMPED
39.1 Out Stumped
39.1.1 The striker is out Stumped, except as in clause 39.3, if:
a ball which is delivered is not called No ball
and he is out of his ground, other than as in clause 39.3.1
and he has not attempted a run
when his wicket is fairly put down by the wicket-keeper without the intervention of another
fielder. Note, however clause 27.3 (Position of wicket-keeper).
39.1.2 The striker is out Stumped if all the conditions of clause 39.1.1 are satisfied, even though a
decision of Run out would be justified.

39.2 Ball rebounding from wicket-keeper’s person

If the wicket is put down by the ball, it shall be regarded as having been put down by the wicket-
keeper if the ball rebounds on to the stumps from any part of the wicket-keeper’s person or equipment
or has been kicked or thrown on to the stumps by the wicket-keeper.

39.3 Not out Stumped

39.3.1 The striker will not be out Stumped if, after having received the delivery, he has left his ground
in order to avoid injury.

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39.3.2 If the striker is not out Stumped he may, except in the circumstances of 38.2.2.2 (Batsman not
out Run out), be out Run out if the conditions of clause 38.1 (Out Run out) apply.

40 TIMED OUT
40.1 Out Timed out
40.1.1 After the fall of a wicket or the retirement of a batsman, the incoming batsman must, unless
Time has been called, be ready to receive the ball or for the other batsman to be ready to receive the
next ball within 2 minutes of the dismissal or retirement. If this requirement is not met, the incoming
batsman will be out, Timed out.
40.1.2 In the event of an extended delay in which no batsman comes to the wicket, the umpires shall
adopt the procedure of clause 16.2 (Umpire awarding a match). For the purposes of that clause the
start of the action shall be taken as the expiry of the 2 minutes referred to above.

40.2 Bowler does not get credit

The bowler does not get credit for the wicket.

41 UNFAIR PLAY
41.1 Fair and unfair play – responsibility of captains
The captains are responsible for ensuring that play is conducted within the Spirit of Cricket, as well as
within these Playing Conditions.

41.2 Fair and unfair play – responsibility of umpires

41.2.1 The umpires shall be the sole judges of fair and unfair play. If an umpire considers that any
action by a player, not covered in the Laws, is unfair, he/she shall call and signal Dead ball, if
appropriate, as soon as it becomes clear that the call will not disadvantage the non-offending side, and
report the matter to the other umpire.
41.2.1.1 If this is a first offence by that side, the bowler’s end umpire shall then
- summon the offending player’s captain and issue a first and final warning which
shall apply to all members of the team for the remainder of the match.
- warn the offending player’s captain that any further such offence by any member of
his/her team shall result in the award of 5 Penalty runs to the opposing team.
41.2.1.2 If this is a second or subsequent offence by that side, the bowler’s end umpire shall
then
- summon the offending player’s captain and inform him/her that there has been a
further such offence.
- award 5 Penalty runs to the opposing side

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41.2.1.3 The umpires together may report the incident to the CDCA, who shall take such action as is
considered appropriate against the captain, any other individuals concerned and, if appropriate, the
team.

41.3 The match ball – changing its condition

41.3.1 The umpires shall make frequent and irregular inspections of the ball. In addition, they shall
immediately inspect the ball if they suspect anyone of attempting to change the condition of the ball,
except as permitted in clause 41.3.2.
41.3.2 It is an offence for any player to take any action which changes the condition of the ball.
Except in carrying out his normal duties, a batsman is not allowed to wilfully damage the ball other
than, when the ball is in play, in striking it with the bat. See also clause 5.5 (Damage to the ball). A
fielder may, however:
41.3.2.1 polish the ball on his clothing provided that no artificial substance or saliva is used,
that the only natural substance used is sweat, and that such polishing wastes no time.
41.3.2.2 remove mud from the ball under the supervision of an umpire.
41.3.2.3 dry a wet ball on a piece of cloth that has been approved by the umpires.
41.3.3 The umpires shall consider the condition of the ball to have been unfairly changed if any action
by any player does not comply with the conditions in clause 41.3.2.
41.3.4 If the umpires together agree that the condition of the ball has been unfairly changed by a
member or members of either side, or that its condition is inconsistent with the use it has received,
they shall consider that there has been a contravention of this clause and decide together whether they
can identify the player(s) responsible for such conduct.
41.3.5 If it is possible to identify the player(s) responsible for changing the condition of the ball,
the umpires shall:
41.3.5.1 Change the ball forthwith.
41.3.5.1.1 If the umpires together agree that the condition of the ball has been
unfairly changed by a member or members of the fielding side, the batsman at the
wicket shall choose the replacement ball from a selection of six other balls of various
degrees of usage (including a new ball) and of the same brand as the ball in use prior
to the contravention.
41.3.5.1.2 If the umpires together agree that the condition of the ball has been
unfairly changed by a member or members of the batting side, the umpires shall
select and bring into use immediately, a ball which shall have wear comparable to
that of the previous ball immediately prior to the contravention.
41.3.5.2 Additionally, the bowler’s end umpire shall:
- award 5 Penalty runs to the opposing side.

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- if appropriate, inform the batsmen at the wicket and the captain of the fielding side
that the ball has been changed and the reason for their action.
- inform the captain of the batting side as soon as practicable of what has occurred.
The umpires shall then report the matter to the CDCA who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the player(s) concerned.
41.3.6 If it is not possible to identify the player(s) responsible for changing the condition of the ball,
the umpires shall:
41.3.6.1 Change the ball forthwith. The umpires shall choose the replacement ball for one of
similar wear and of the same brand as the ball in use prior to the contravention.
41.3.6.2 The bowler’s end umpire shall issue the captain with a first and final warning, and
41.3.6.3 Advise the captain that should there be any further instances of changing the
condition of the ball by that team during the remainder of the match, clause 41.3.5.2 above
will be adopted, with the captain deemed to be the player responsible for the contravention.

41.4 Deliberate attempt to distract striker

41.4.1 It is unfair for any fielder deliberately to attempt to distract the striker while he is preparing to
receive or receiving a delivery.
41.4.2 If either umpire considers that any action by a fielder is such an attempt, he/she shall
immediately call and signal Dead ball and inform the other umpire of the reason for the call. The
bowler’s end umpire shall
- award 5 Penalty runs to the batting side.
- inform the captain of the fielding side, the batsmen and, as soon as practicable, the captain
of the batting side of the reason for the action.
-Neither batsman shall be dismissed from that delivery and the ball shall not count as one of
the over.
The umpires may then report the matter to the CDCA who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the fielder concerned.

41.5 Deliberate distraction, deception or obstruction of batsman

41.5.1 In addition to clause 41.4, it is unfair for any fielder wilfully to attempt, by word or action, to
distract, deceive or obstruct either batsman after the striker has received the ball.
41.5.2 It is for either one of the umpires to decide whether any distraction, deception or obstruction is
wilful or not.
41.5.3 If either umpire considers that a fielder has caused or attempted to cause such a distraction,
deception or obstruction, he/she shall immediately call and signal Dead ball and inform the other
umpire of the reason for the call.
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41.5.5 The bowler’s end umpire shall;

- award 5 Penalty runs to the batting side.
- inform the captain of the fielding side of the reason for this action and as soon as practicable
inform the captain of the batting side.
41.5.6 The ball shall not count as one of the over.
41.5.7 Any runs completed by the batsmen before the offence shall be scored, together with any runs
for penalties awarded to either side. Additionally, the run-in progress shall be scored whether or not
the batsmen had already crossed at the instant of the offence.
41.5.8 The batsmen at the wicket shall decide which of them is to face the next delivery.
41.5.9 The umpires may then report the matter to the CDCA who shall take such action as is
considered appropriate against the fielder concerned.

41.6 Bowling of dangerous and unfair short pitched deliveries

41.6.1 Notwithstanding clause 41.6.2, the bowling of short pitched deliveries is dangerous if the
bowler’s end umpire considers that, taking into consideration the skill of the striker, by their speed,
length, height and direction they are likely to inflict physical injury on him. The fact that the striker is
wearing protective equipment shall be disregarded.
In the first instance the umpire decides that the bowling of short pitched deliveries has
become dangerous under 41.6.1:
41.6.1.1 The umpire shall call and signal No ball, and when the ball is dead, caution the
bowler and inform the other umpire, the captain of the fielding side and the batsmen of what
has occurred. This caution shall apply to that bowler throughout the innings.
41.6.1.2 If there is a second instance, the umpire shall repeat the above procedure and indicate
to the bowler that this is a final warning, which shall apply to that bowler throughout the
innings.
41.6.1.3 Should there be any further instance by the same bowler in that innings, the umpire
shall:
- call and signal No ball
- when the ball is dead, direct the captain of the fielding side to suspend the bowler
immediately from bowling
- inform the other umpire for the reason for this action. The bowler thus suspended
shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings. If applicable, the over shall be
completed by another bowler, who shall neither have bowled any part of the previous
over, nor be allowed to bowl any part of the next over.
- The umpire may report the occurrence to the batsmen and, as soon as practicable, to
the captain of the batting side.

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The umpires shall then report the matter to the CDCA who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the bowler concerned.
41.6.2 A bowler shall be limited to two fast short-pitched deliveries per over.
41.6.3 A fast short-pitched delivery is defined as a ball, which passes or would have passed above the
shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease.
41.6.4 The umpire at the bowler’s end shall advise the bowler and the batsman on strike when each
fast short pitched delivery has been bowled.
41.6.5 In addition, a ball that passes above head height of the batsman, standing upright at the popping
crease, that prevents him from being able to hit it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke
shall be called a Wide. See also clause 22.1.1.2
41.6.5.1 For the avoidance of doubt any fast short pitched delivery that is called a Wide under
this playing condition shall also count as one of the allowable short pitched deliveries in that
over.
41.6.6 In the event of a bowler bowling more than two fast short-pitched deliveries in an over as
defined in clause 41.6.3 above, the umpire at the bowler’s end shall call and signal No ball on each
occasion. A differential signal shall be used to signify a fast short pitched delivery. The umpire shall
call and signal ‘No ball’ and then tap the head with the other hand.
41.6.7 If a bowler delivers a third fast short pitched ball in an over, the umpire, after the call of No
ball and when the ball is dead, shall caution the bowler, inform the other umpire, the captain of the
fielding side and the batsmen at the wicket of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout
the innings.
41.6.8 If there is a second instance of the bowler being No balled in the innings for bowling more than
two fast short pitched deliveries in an over, the umpire shall advise the bowler that this is his final
warning for the innings.
41.6.9 Should there be any further instance by the same bowler in that innings, the umpire shall:
- call and signal No ball
- when the ball is dead, direct the captain of the fielding side to suspend the bowler
immediately from bowling
- inform the other umpire for the reason for this action.
The bowler thus suspended shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings. If applicable,
the over shall be completed by another bowler, who shall neither have bowled any part of the
previous over, nor be allowed to bowl any part of the next over.
- The umpire shall report the occurrence to the batsmen and, as soon as practicable,
to the captain of the batting side.
The umpires may then report the matter to the CDCA who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the bowler concerned.

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41.6.10 Should the umpires initiate the caution and warning procedures set out in clauses 41.6.1.3,
41.6.9, and 41.7, such cautions and warnings are not to be cumulative.

41.7 Bowling of dangerous and unfair non-pitching deliveries

41.7.1 Any delivery, which passes or would have passed, without pitching, above waist height of the
striker standing upright at the popping crease, is to be deemed to be unfair, whether or not it is likely
to inflict physical injury on the striker. If the bowler bowls such a delivery the umpire shall
immediately call and signal No ball.
If, in the opinion of the umpire, such a delivery is considered likely to inflict physical injury on the
batsman by its speed and direction, it shall be considered dangerous. When the ball is dead the umpire
shall caution the bowler, indicating that this is a first and final warning. The umpire shall also inform
the other umpire, the captain of the fielding side and the batsmen of what has occurred. This caution
shall apply to that bowler throughout the innings.
41.7.2 Should there be any further instance (where a dangerous non-pitching delivery is bowled and is
considered likely to inflict physical injury on the batsman) by the same bowler in that innings, the
umpire shall:
- call and signal No ball
- when the ball is dead, direct the captain of the fielding side to suspend the bowler
immediately from bowling
- inform the other umpire for the reason for this action. The bowler thus suspended shall not
be allowed to bowl again in that innings. If applicable, the over shall be completed by another
bowler, who shall neither have bowled any part of the previous over, nor be allowed to bowl
any part of the next over.
Additionally, the umpire shall
- report the occurrence to the batsmen and, as soon as practicable, to the captain of the batting
side.
The umpires may then report the matter to the CDCA who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the bowler concerned.
41.7.3 The warning sequence in clauses 41.7.1 and 41.7.2 is independent of the warning and action
sequence in clause 41.6.
41.7.4 If the umpire considers that a bowler deliberately bowled a high full-pitched delivery, deemed
to be dangerous and unfair as defined in clause 41.7.1, then the caution and warning in clause 41.7.1
shall be dispensed with. The umpire shall
- immediately call and signal No ball.
- when the ball is dead, direct the captain of the fielding side to suspend the bowler
immediately from bowling and inform the other umpire for the reason for this action. The
bowler thus suspended shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings. If applicable, the

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over shall be completed by another bowler, who shall neither have bowled any part of the
previous over, nor be allowed to bowl any part of the next over.
- report the occurrence to the batsmen and, as soon as practicable, to the captain of the batting
side.
The umpires together shall report the occurrence to the CDCA who shall take such action as is
considered appropriate against the bowler concerned.

41.8 Bowling of deliberate front-foot No ball

If the umpire considers that the bowler has delivered a deliberate front-foot No ball, he/she shall:
- immediately call and signal No ball.
- when the ball is dead, direct the captain of the fielding side to suspend the bowler
immediately from bowling
- inform the other umpire for the reason for this action.
The bowler thus suspended shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings. If applicable,
the over shall be completed by another bowler, who shall neither have bowled any part of the
previous over, nor be allowed to bowl any part of the next over.
- report the occurrence to the batsmen and, as soon as practicable, to the captain of the
batting side.
The umpires together shall report the occurrence to the CDCA who shall take such action as is
considered appropriate against the bowler concerned.

41.9 Time wasting by the fielding side

41.9.1 It is unfair for any fielder to waste time.
41.9.2 If either umpire considers that the progress of an over is unnecessarily slow, or time is being
wasted in any other way, by the captain of the fielding side or by any other fielder, at the first instance
the umpire concerned shall:
- if the ball is in play, call and signal Dead ball.
- inform the other umpire of what has occurred.
The bowler’s end umpire shall then:
- warn the captain of the fielding side, indicating that this is a first and final warning.
- inform the batsmen of what has occurred.
41.9.3 If either umpire considers that there is any further waste of time in that innings by any fielder,
the umpire concerned shall:
- if the ball is in play, call and signal Dead ball.
- inform the other umpire of what has occurred.
-The bowler’s end umpire shall then award 5 Penalty runs to the batting side and inform the
captain of the fielding side of the reason for this action.

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-Additionally the umpire shall inform the batsmen and, as soon as is practicable, the captain
of the batting side of what has occurred.
The umpires together may report the occurrence to the CDCA who shall take such action as is
considered appropriate against the Captain and the team concerned.

41.10 Batsman wasting time

41.10.1 It is unfair for a batsman to waste time. In normal circumstances, the striker should always be
ready to take strike when the bowler is ready to start his run-up.
In addition, an incoming batsman should be in position to take guard or his partner ready to receive
the next ball within 2 minutes of the fall of the previous wicket.
41.10.2 Should either batsman waste time by failing to meet this requirement, or in any other way, the
following procedure shall be adopted. At the first instance, either before the bowler starts his run-up
or when the ball becomes dead, as appropriate, the umpire shall
- warn both batsmen and indicate that this is a first and final warning. This warning shall
apply throughout the innings. The umpire shall so inform each incoming batsman.
- inform the other umpire of what has occurred.
- inform the captain of the fielding side and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting
side of what has occurred.
41.10.3 If there is any further time wasting by any batsman in that innings, the umpire shall, at the
appropriate time while the ball is dead
- award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side.
- inform the other umpire of the reason for this action.
- inform the other batsman, the captain of the fielding side and, as soon as practicable, the
captain of the batting side of what has occurred.
The umpires together may report the occurrence to the CDCA who shall take appropriate action.

41.11 The protected area

The protected area is defined as that area of the pitch contained within a rectangle bounded at each
end by imaginary lines parallel to the popping creases and 5 ft/1.52 m in front of each, and on the
sides by imaginary lines, one each side of the imaginary line joining the centres of the two middle
stumps, each parallel to it and 1 ft/30.48 cm from it.

41.12 Fielder damaging the pitch

41.12.1 It is unfair to cause deliberate or avoidable damage to the pitch. A fielder will be deemed to
be causing avoidable damage if either umpire considers that his presence on the pitch is without
reasonable cause.

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41.12.2 If a fielder causes avoidable damage to the pitch, other than as in clause 41.13.1, at the first
instance the umpire seeing the contravention shall, when the ball is dead, inform the other umpire.
The bowler’s end umpire shall then
- caution the captain of the fielding side and indicate that this is a first and final warning. This
warning shall apply throughout the innings.
- inform the batsmen of what has occurred.
41.12.3 If, in that innings, there is any further instance of avoidable damage to the pitch, by any
fielder, the umpire seeing the contravention shall, when the ball is dead, inform the other umpire. The
bowler’s end umpire shall then
- award 5 Penalty runs to the batting side.
Additionally the umpire shall
- inform the fielding captain of the reason for this action.
- inform the batsmen and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting side of what has
occurred.
The umpires together shall report the occurrence to the CDCA who shall take such action as is
considered appropriate against the fielder concerned.

41.13 Bowler running on protected area

41.13.1 It is unfair for a bowler to enter the protected area in his follow-through without reasonable
cause, whether or not the ball is delivered.
41.13.2 If a bowler contravenes this clause, at the first instance and when the ball is dead, the umpire
shall
- caution the bowler and inform the other umpire of what has occurred. This caution shall
apply to that bowler throughout the innings.
- inform the captain of the fielding side and the batsmen of what has occurred.
41.13.3 If, in that innings, the same bowler again contravenes this clause, the umpire shall repeat the
above procedure indicating that this is a final warning. This warning shall also apply throughout the
innings.
41.13.4 If, in that innings, the same bowler contravenes this clause a third time, when the ball is dead,
the umpire shall,
- direct the captain of the fielding side to suspend the bowler immediately from bowling. If
applicable, the over shall be completed by another bowler, who shall neither have bowled any
part of the previous over, nor be allowed to bowl any part of the next over. The bowler taken
off shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings.
- inform the other umpire of the reason for this action.
- inform the batsmen and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting side of what has
occurred.

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The umpires may then report the matter to the CDCA who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the bowler concerned.

41.14 Batsman damaging the pitch

41.14.1 It is unfair to cause deliberate or avoidable damage to the pitch. If the striker enters the
protected area in playing or playing at the ball, he must move from it immediately thereafter. A
batsman will be deemed to be causing avoidable damage if either umpire considers that his presence
on the pitch is without reasonable cause.
41.14.2 If either batsman causes deliberate or avoidable damage to the pitch, other than as in clause
41.15, at the first instance the umpire seeing the contravention shall, when the ball is dead, inform the
other umpire of the occurrence. The bowler’s end umpire shall then
- warn both batsmen that the practice is unfair and indicate that this is a first and final
warning. This warning shall apply throughout the innings. The umpire shall so inform each
incoming batsman.
- inform the captain of the fielding side and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting
side of what has occurred.
41.14.3 If there is any further instance of avoidable damage to the pitch by any batsman in that
innings, the umpire seeing the contravention shall, when the ball is dead, inform the other umpire of
the occurrence. The bowler’s end umpire shall
- disallow all runs to the batting side
- return any not out batsman to his original end
- signal No ball or Wide to the scorers if applicable.
- award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side.
- award any other 5-run Penalty that is applicable except for Penalty runs under clause 28.3
(Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side).
- Inform the captain of the fielding side and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting
side of the reason for this action.
The umpires together shall report the occurrence to the CDCA who shall take such action as is
considered appropriate against the batsman concerned.

41.15 Striker in protected area

41.15.1 The striker shall not adopt a stance in the protected area or so close to it that frequent
encroachment is inevitable. The striker may mark a guard on the pitch provided that no mark is
unreasonably close to the protected area.
41.15.2 If either umpire considers that the striker is in breach of any of the conditions in clause
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otherwise, wait until the ball is dead; he/she shall then inform the other umpire of the occurrence. The
bowler’s end umpire shall then:
- warn the striker that the practice is unfair and indicate that this is a first and final warning.
This warning shall apply throughout the innings. The umpire shall so inform the non-striker
and each incoming batsman.
- inform the captain of the fielding side and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting
side of what has occurred.
41.15.3 If there is any further breach of any of the conditions in clause 41.15.1 by any batsman in that
innings, the umpire seeing the contravention shall, if the bowler has not entered his delivery stride,
immediately call and signal Dead ball, otherwise, he/she shall wait until the ball is dead and then
inform the other umpire of the occurrence. The bowler’s end umpire shall
- disallow all runs to the batting side
- return any not out batsman to his original end
- signal No ball or Wide to the scorers if applicable.
- award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side.
- award any other 5-run Penalty that is applicable except for Penalty runs under clause 28.3
(Protective helmets belonging to the fielding side).
- inform the captain of the fielding side and, as soon as practicable, the captain of the batting
side of the reason for this action.
The umpires together shall report the occurrence to the CDCA who shall take such action as is
considered appropriate against the batsman concerned.

41.16 Batsmen stealing a run

41.16.1 It is unfair for the batsmen to attempt to steal a run during the bowler’s run-up. Unless the
bowler attempts to run out either batsman – see clause 38.3 (Non-striker leaving his/her ground early)
– the umpire shall
- call and signal Dead ball as soon as the batsmen cross in such an attempt.
- inform the other umpire of the reason for this action.
The bowler’s end umpire shall then
- return the batsmen to their original ends.
- award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side.
- inform the batsmen, the captain of the fielding side and, as soon as practicable, the captain
of the batting side, of the reason for this action.
The umpires shall then report the matter to the CDCA who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the batsman concerned.

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41.17 Penalty runs

41.17.1 When Penalty runs are awarded to either side, when the ball is dead the umpire shall signal
the Penalty runs to the scorers. See clause 2.13 (Signals).
41.17.2 Penalty runs shall be awarded in each case where these Playing Conditions require the award,
even if a result has already been achieved. See clause 16.6 (Winning hit or extras).
Note, however, that the restrictions on awarding Penalty runs, in clauses 23.3 (Leg byes not to be
awarded), 34.4 (Runs scored from ball lawfully struck more than once) and 28.3 (Protective helmets
belonging to the fielding side), will apply.
41.17.3 When 5 Penalty runs are awarded to the batting side under any of clauses 24.4 (Player
returning without permission), 28.2 (Fielding the ball), 28.3 (Protective helmets belonging to the
fielding side) or under 41.3, 41.4, 41.5, 41.9 or 41.12, then
- they shall be scored as Penalty extras and shall be in addition to any other penalties.
- they are awarded when the ball is dead and shall not be regarded as runs scored from either
the immediately preceding delivery or the immediately following delivery, and shall be in
addition to any runs from those deliveries.
- the batsmen shall not change ends solely by reason of the 5 run penalty.
41.17.4 When 5 Penalty runs are awarded to the fielding side, under clause 18.5.2 (Deliberate short
runs), or under 41.10, 41.14, 41.15 or 41.17, they shall be added as Penalty extras to that side’s total
of runs in its most recently completed innings. If the fielding side has not completed an innings, the 5
Penalty runs shall be added to the score in its next innings.

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Appendix A - Definitions
1 The match
1.1 The game is used in these Playing Conditions as a general term meaning the Game of Cricket.
1.2 A match is a single One Day limited overs Match between two teams, played under these Playing
Conditions.
1.3 The toss is the toss for choice of innings.
1.4 Before the toss is at any time before the toss on the day the match is expected to start.
1.5 Before the match is at any time before the toss, not restricted to the day on which the toss is to
take place.
1.6 During the match is at any time after the toss until the conclusion of the match, whether play is
in progress or not.
1.7 Playing time is any time between the call of Play and the call of Time. See clauses 12.1 (Call of
Play) and 12.2 (Call of Time).
1.8 Conduct of the match includes any action relevant to the match at any time on any day of the
match.
1.9 Ground Authority is the entity responsible for the selection and preparation of the pitch and
other functions relating to the hosting and management of the match, including any agents acting on
their behalf (including but not limited to the curator or other ground staff).
1.10 The Spirit of Cricket refers to the values of respect and fair play that underpin the game of
cricket, as set out in the Preamble to these Playing Conditions.

2 Implements and equipment

2.1 Implements used in the match are the bat, the ball, the stumps and bails.
2.2 External protective equipment is any visible item of apparel worn for protection against external
blows.
For a batsman, items permitted are a protective helmet, external leg guards (batting pads), batting
gloves and, if visible, forearm guards.
For a fielder, only a protective helmet is permitted, except in the case of a wicket-keeper, for whom
wicketkeeping pads and gloves are also permitted.
2.3 A protective helmet is headwear made of hard material and designed to protect the head or the
face or both, which shall be in line with the Clothing and Equipment Regulations. For the purposes of
interpreting these Playing Conditions, such a description will include faceguards.
2.4 Equipment – a batsman’s equipment is his bat as defined above, together with any external
protective equipment he is wearing. A fielder’s equipment is any external protective equipment that
he is wearing.
2.5 The bat – the following are to be considered as part of the bat:
- the whole of the bat itself.

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- the whole of a glove (or gloves) worn on the hand (or hands) holding the bat.
- the hand (or hands) holding the bat, if the batsman is not wearing a glove on that hand or on
those hands.
2.6 Held in batsman’s hand. Contact between a batsman’s hand, or glove worn on his hand, and any
part of the bat shall constitute the bat being held in that hand.

3 The playing area

3.1 The field of play is the area contained within the boundary.
3.2 The square is a specially prepared area of the field of play within which the match pitch is
situated.
3.3 The outfield is that part of the field of play between the square and the boundary.

4 Positioning
4.1 Behind the popping crease at one end of the pitch is that area of the field of play, including any
other marking, objects and persons therein, that is on that side of the popping crease that does not
include the creases at the opposite end of the pitch. Behind, in relation to any other marking, object or
person, follows the same principle. See the diagram in paragraph 13.
4.2 In front of the popping crease at one end of the pitch is that area of the field of play, including
any other marking, objects and persons therein, that is on that side of the popping crease that includes
the creases at the opposite end of the pitch. In front of, in relation to any other marking, object or
person, follows the same principle. See the diagram in paragraph 13.
4.3 The striker’s end is the place where the striker stands to receive a delivery from the bowler only
insofar as it identifies, independently of where the striker may subsequently move, one end of the
pitch.
4.4 The bowler’s end is the end from which the bowler delivers the ball. It is the other end of the
pitch from the striker’s end and identifies that end of the pitch that is not the striker’s end as described
in paragraph 4.3.
4.5 The wicket-keeper’s end is the same as the striker’s end as described in paragraph 4.3.
4.6 In front of the line of the striker’s wicket is in the area of the field of play in front of the
imaginary line joining the fronts of the stumps at the striker’s end; this line to be considered extended
in both directions to the boundary. See paragraph 4.2.
4.7 Behind the wicket is in the area of the field of play behind the imaginary line joining the backs of
the stumps at the appropriate end; this line to be considered extended in both directions to the
boundary. See paragraph 4.1.
4.8 Behind the wicket-keeper is behind the wicket at the striker’s end, as defined above, but in line
with both sets of stumps and further from the stumps than the wicket-keeper.
4.9 Off side/on (leg) side – see diagram in paragraph 13

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4.10 Inside edge is the edge on the same side as the nearer wicket.

5 Umpires and decision-making

5.1 Umpire – where the description the umpire is used on its own, it always means ‘the bowler’s end
umpire’ though this full description is sometimes used for emphasis or clarity. Similarly the umpires
always means both umpires and the third umpire. An umpire and umpires are generalised terms.
Otherwise, a fuller description indicates which one of the umpires is specifically intended. Each
umpire will be bowler’s end umpire and striker’s end umpire in alternate overs.
5.2 Bowler’s end umpire is the umpire who is standing at the bowler’s end (see paragraph 4.4) for
the current delivery.
5.3 Striker’s end umpire is the umpire who is standing at the striker’s end (see paragraph 4.3), to one
side of the pitch or the other, depending on his/her choice, for the current delivery.
5.4 On-field umpires shall mean, collectively, the bowler’s end umpire and the striker’s end umpire.
5.5 Umpires together agree applies to decisions which the umpires are to make jointly,
independently of the players.

6 Batsmen
6.1 Batting side is the side currently batting, whether or not play is in progress.
6.2 Member of the batting side is one of the players nominated by the captain of the batting side, or
any authorised replacement for such nominated player.
6.3 A batsman’s ground – at each end of the pitch, the whole area of the field of play behind the
popping crease is the ground at that end for a batsman.
6.4 Original end is the end where a batsman was when the ball came into play for that delivery.
6.5 Wicket he has left is the wicket at the end where a batsman was at the start of the run in progress.
6.6 Guard position is the position and posture adopted by the striker to receive a ball delivered by the
bowler.
6.7 For the purposes of these Laws, waist height is defined as the point at which the top of the
batsman’s trousers would conventionally be when he/she is standing upright at the popping crease.

7 Fielders
7.1 Fielding side is the side currently fielding, whether or not play is in progress.
7.2 Member of the fielding side is one of the players nominated by the captain of the fielding side, or
any authorised replacement or substitute for such nominated player.
7.3 Fielder is one of the 11 or fewer players who together represent the fielding side on the field of
play. This definition includes not only both the bowler and the wicket-keeper but also nominated
players who are legitimately on the field of play, together with players legitimately acting as
substitutes for absent nominated players. It excludes any nominated player who is absent from the

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field of play, or who has been absent from the field of play and who has not yet obtained the umpire’s
permission to return. A player going briefly outside the boundary in the course of discharging his
duties as a fielder is not absent from the field of play nor, for the purposes of clause 24.2 (Fielder
absent or leaving the field of play), is he to be regarded as having left the field of play.

8 Substitutes
8.1 A Substitute is a player who takes the place of a fielder on the field of play, but does not replace
the player for whom he substitutes on that side’s list of nominated players. A substitute’s activities are
limited to fielding.
8.2 A Replacement is a player who takes the place of a nominated player and who, thereby, becomes
a nominated player. A replacement’s activities on the field of play are no more limited than those of
any other nominated player.

9 Bowlers
9.1 Over the wicket / round the wicket – If, as the bowler runs up between the wicket and the return
crease, the wicket is on the same side as his bowling arm, he is bowling over the wicket. If the return
crease is on the same side as his bowling arm, he is bowling round the wicket.
9.2 Delivery swing is the motion of the bowler’s arm during which he normally releases the ball for a
delivery.
9.3 Delivery stride is the stride during which the delivery swing is made, whether the ball is released
or not. It starts when the bowler’s back foot lands for that stride and ends when the front foot lands in
the same stride. The stride after the delivery stride is completed when the next foot lands, i.e. when
the back foot of the delivery stride lands again.

10 The ball
10.1 The ball is struck/strikes the ball unless specifically defined otherwise, mean ‘the ball is struck
by the bat’/‘strikes the ball with the bat’.
10.2 Rebounds directly/strikes directly and similar phrases mean ‘without contact with any fielder’
but do not exclude contact with the ground.
10.3 Full-pitch describes a ball delivered by the bowler that reaches or passes the striker without
having touched the ground. Sometimes described as non-pitching.

11 Runs
11.1 A run to be disallowed is one that in these Playing Conditions should not have been taken. It is
not only to be cancelled but the batsmen are to be returned to their original ends.
11.2 A run not to be scored is one that is not illegal, but is not recognised as a properly executed run.
It is not a run that has been made, so the question of cancellation does not arise. The loss of the run so

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attempted is not a disallowance and the batsmen will not be returned to their original ends on that
account.

12 The person
12.1 Person; A player’s person is his physical person (flesh and blood) together with any clothing or
legitimate external protective equipment that he is wearing except, in the case of a batsman, his bat.
A hand, whether gloved or not, that is not holding the bat is part of the batsman’s person.
No item of clothing or equipment is part of the player’s person unless it is attached to him.
For a batsman, a glove being held but not worn is part of his person.
For a fielder, an item of clothing or equipment he is holding in his hand or hands is not part of his
person.
12.2 Clothing – anything that a player is wearing, including such items as spectacles or jewellery, that
is not classed as external protective equipment is classed as clothing, even though he may be wearing
some items of apparel, which are not visible, for protection. A bat being carried by a batsman does not
come within this definition of clothing.
12.3 Hand for batsman or wicket-keeper shall include both the hand itself and the whole of a glove
worn on the hand.

13 Off side / on side; in front of / behind the popping crease.

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Appendix B - Equipment
1 The Bat
1.1 Bat Gauge
All bats must meet the specifications defined in clause 5.7. They must also, with or without protective
coverings permitted in clause 5.4, be able to pass through a bat gauge, the dimensions and shape of
which are shown in the following diagram:

2 The wickets

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2.1 Bails
Overall 4.31 in / 10.95 cm
a = 1.38 in / 3.50 cm
b = 2.13 in / 5.40 cm
c = 0.81 in / 2.06 cm
2.2 Stumps
Height (d) = 28 in / 71.1 cm
Diameter (e) - maximum = 1.5 in / 3.81 cm; minimum = 1.38 in / 3.50 cm
2.3 Overall
Width (f) of wicket 9 in / 22.86 cm

3 Wicket-keeping gloves
3.1 The images below illustrate the requirements of clause 27.2 in relation to:
• no webbing between the fingers;
• a single piece of non-stretch material between finger and thumb as a means of support; and
• when a hand wearing the glove has the thumb fully extended, the top edge being taut and
not protruding beyond the straight line joining the top of the index finger to the top of the
humb.

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Appendix C - The venue

1 The pitch and the creases

2 Restriction on the placement of fielders

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Appendix D – Calculations

Table 1: Calculation sheet for use when a delay or interruptions occur in the First Innings
Time

Net playing time available at start of the match 420 minutes (A)

Time innings in progress –––––––––– (B)

Playing time lost –––––––––– (C)

Extra time available 0 (D)

Time made up from reduced interval –––––––––– (E)

Effective playing time lost [C – (D + E)] –––––––––– (F)

Remaining playing time available (A – F) –––––––––– (G)

G divided by 4.2 (to 2 decimal) –––––––––– (H)

Max overs per team [H/2] (rounded up if not a whole number) –––––––––– (I)

Max overs per bowler [I/5] –––––––––––

Duration of Powerplay Overs _______ + ________ + ________

Rescheduled Playing Hours

First session to commence or recommence (J)

Length of innings [I x 4.2] (round up fraction) –––––––––– (K)

Rescheduled cessation times [ J + (K – B)] –––––––––– (L)

Length of interval –––––––––– (M)

Second session commencement time (L+M) –––––––––– (N)

Rescheduled cessation time = (N + K) –––––––––– (O)

* Ensure that the match is not finishing earlier than the original or rescheduled cessation time by
applying clause 13.7.2. If so, add at least one over to each team and recalculate (I) to (O) above to
prevent this from happening.

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Table 2: Calculation sheet to check whether an interruption during the First Innings should
terminate the innings
Proposed re-start time (P)
Rescheduled cut-off time allowing for full use of any extra time provision (Q)
Minutes between P and Q (R)
Potential overs to be bowled [R / 4.2] (round up fractions) (S)
Number of complete overs faced to date in first innings (T)
If S is greater than T then revert to Table 1
If S is less than or equal to T then the first innings is terminated - go to Table 3

Table 3: Calculation sheet for the start of the Second Innings

Maximum overs to be bowled:
If first innings was terminated, S from Table 2 (A)
Scheduled length of innings: [A x 4.2] (round up fractions) (B)
Start time (C)
Scheduled cessation time [C + B] (D)
Overs per bowler and Fielding Restrictions
Maximum overs per bowler (A/5) overs
Number of Power play overs + + overs

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Table 4: Calculation sheet for use when interruption occurs after the start of the Second
Innings
Time
Time at start of innings (A)
Time at start of interruption (B)
Time innings in progress [B – A] (C)
Restart time (D)
Length of interruption [D – B] (E)
Additional time available __________ (F)
(Any unused provision for ‘Extra Time’or for earlier than scheduled start of second innings)
Total playing time lost [E – F ] __ (G)

Overs
Maximum overs at start of innings (H)
Overs lost [G/ 4.2] (rounded down) (I)
Adjusted maximum length of innings [H – I] _ (J)
Rescheduled length of innings [J x 4.2] (rounded up) _ (K)
Amended cessation time of innings [D + (K- C)] _ (L)

Overs per bowler, Fielding Restrictions

Maximum overs per bowler (J/5) overs

Number of Power play overs + + overs

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Appendix E – Examples for Overs short calculation

Example 1) Team A Bats first. 50th over is started at 1:05PM. Team A completes its innings at 1:09
PM with a total of 219 all out in 49.4 overs. What will be the target for Team B in this case?
Answer:
Scheduled Cessation Time: 1:00 PM (210 minutes)
Start of the 50th Over: 1:05 PM
Innings Duration 9:30 to 1:05 PM = 215 Minutes
Overs expected to be bowled in 215 Mins 215/4.2 = 51.19 = 51 Overs
Overs bowled by team B is 50 overs
Overs Short = 51- 50 = 1 over
Actual RR of Team A = 219/50 =4.40 (less than 6)
So, the Score of team A= 219+(6*1) = 225 Runs
Target for team B is 226 Runs.

Example 2) Team A Bats first. 50th over is started at 1:05PM. Team A completes its innings at 1:09
PM with a total of 329 all out in 49.4 overs. What will be the target for Team B in this case?
Answer:
Scheduled Cessation Time: 1:00 PM (210 minutes)
Start of the 50th Over: 1:05 PM
Innings Duration is 9:30 to 1:05 PM = 215 Minutes
Overs expected to bowl in 215 Mins: 215/4.2 = 51.19 = 51 Overs
Overs bowled is 50 overs
Overs Short = 51- 50 = 1 over
Actual RR of Team A = 329/50 =6.58 (greater than 6)
So, the score of team A= 329+(6.58*1) = 335.58 Runs
= 335 Runs (Round down always)
Target = 336 Runs.

Example 3) Team A Bats first. 50th over is started at 1:05PM. Team A completes its innings at 1:09
PM with a total of 315 all out in 49.4 overs. What will be the target for Team B in this case?
Answer:
Scheduled Cessation Time: 1:00 PM (210 minutes)
Start of the 50th Over: 1:05 PM
Innings Duration is 9:30 to 1:05 PM = 215 Minutes
Overs expected to bowl in 215 Mins: 215/4.2 = 51.19 = 51 Overs
Overs bowled is 50 overs

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Overs Short = 51- 50 = 1 over

Actual RR of Team A = 315/50 =6.3 (greater than 6)
So, the score of team A= 315+(6.3*1) = 321.3 Runs
= 321 Runs (Round down always)
Target = 322 Runs.

Example 4) Team A Bats first. Team A completes its innings at 1:09 PM with a total of 277 all out in
47.4 overs. A Total allowance of 4 minutes was given to Team B. What will be the target for Team B
in this case?

Answer:
Scheduled Cessation Time: 1:00 PM (210 Minutes)
Innings End Time: 1:09 PM.
Total Duration of Innings = 219 – 4 (allowances) = 215 Minutes
Overs expected to be bowled: 215 / 4.2 = 51.19 = 51 overs
Overs bowled = 47.4 overs = 48 overs
Overs Short = 51 – 48 = 3 overs
Actual RR of Team A = 277/50 =5.54 (Less than 6)
So, the Score of Team A= 277+ (6*3) = 295 Runs
Target for Team B = 296 Runs.

Example 5) Team A Bats first. Team A completes its innings at 1:00 PM with a total of 277 all out in
50 overs. Team B starts their innings at 1:45 PM. Team B scores 272 all out in 48.2 overs at 5:22 PM.
A Total allowance of 3 minutes was given to Team A. What is the result of the match in this case?

Answer:
Scheduled Cessation Time: 5:15 PM (210 Minutes)
Innings End Time: 5:22 PM.
Total Duration of Innings = 217 – 3 (allowances) = 214 Minutes
Overs expected to be bowled: 214 / 4.2 = 50.95 = 50 overs
Overs bowled = 48.2 overs = 49 overs
Overs Short = 50 – 49 = 1 over
Actual RR of Team B = 272/50 =5.44 (Less than 6)
So, the Score of Team B= 272+ (6*1) = 278 Runs
So the result is Team B win the match by 1 Run.

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