Standard ONE-day international

match playing conditions

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Standard ONE-day international
match playing conditions

These playing conditions are applicable to all ODI matches from 1st October 2010
and supersede the previous version dated 1st October 2009. Included in this version
are amendments to clauses 3.2, 3.4, 3.5, 4, 5.3, 6, 7.2, 11.4, 19.2, 19.3, 21.3, 42.1 and new
clauses 10.3, 12.7, 16.4, 17.2, 21.4, 42.10 and Appendix 7.
Except as varied hereunder, the Laws of Cricket (2000 Code 4th Edition - 2010) shall apply.
Note: All references to ‘Governing Body’ within the Laws of Cricket shall be replaced
by ‘ICC Match Referee’.

1 Law 1 The Players

1.1 Law 1.1 - Number of Players
Law 1.1 shall be replaced by the following:
A match is played between two sides. Each side shall consist of 11 players,
one of whom shall be captain.

1.2 Law 1.2 - Nomination of Players

Law 1.2 shall be replaced by the following:
1.2.1 Each captain shall nominate 11 players plus a maximum of 4
substitute fielders in writing to the ICC Match Referee 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 Only those nominated as substitute fielders shall be entitled to
act as substitute fielders during the match, unless the ICC Match
Referee, in exceptional circumstances, allows subsequent additions.
1.2.3 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.
1.2.4 In addition, by their nomination, the nominees shall be deemed
to have agreed to abide by all the applicable ICC Regulations
pertaining to international cricket and in particular, the Clothing
and Equipment Regulations, the Code of Conduct for Players and
Player Support Personnel (hereafter referred to as the ICC Code
of Conduct), the Anti-Racism Code for Players and Player Support
Personnel, the Anti-Doping Code and the Anti-Corruption Code.

1.3 Law 1.3 – Captain

The following shall apply in addition to Law 1.3 (a):
The deputy must be one of the nominated members of the playing eleven.

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2 Law 2 - Substitutes and Runners, Batsman or Fielder Leaving

the Field, Batsman Retiring, Batsman Commencing Innings
Law 2 shall apply subject to the following:
2.1 Law 2.5 - Fielder absent or leaving the field
Law 2.5 shall be replaced by the following:
If a fielder fails to take the field with his side at the start of the match
or at any later time, or leaves the field during a session of play, the
umpire shall be informed of the reason for his absence, and he shall
not thereafter come on to the field during a session of play without the
consent of the umpire. (See Law 2.6 as modified). The umpire shall give
such consent as soon as practicable.
If the player is absent from the field for longer than 8 minutes:
2.1.1 the player shall not be permitted to bowl in that innings after his
return until he has been on the field for at least that length of
playing time for which he was absent.
2.1.2 the player shall not be permitted to bat unless or until, in the
aggregate, he has returned to the field and/or his side’s innings has
been in progress for at least that length of playing time for which he
has been absent or, if earlier, when his side has lost five wickets.
The restriction in clauses 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 above shall not apply if the
player has suffered an external blow (as opposed to an internal
injury such as a pulled muscle) whilst participating earlier in the
match and consequently been forced to leave the field. Nor shall it
apply if the player has been absent for very exceptional and wholly
acceptable reasons (other than injury or illness).
In the event of a fieldsman already being off the field at the com-
mencement of an interruption in play through ground, weather or
light conditions or for other exceptional circumstances, he shall be
allowed to count any such stoppage time as playing time, provided
that he personally informs the umpires when he is fit enough to
take the field had play been in progress.
2.1.3 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’.
Note: Squad members of the fielding team who are not playing in the
match and who are not acting as substitute fielders shall be required
to wear a team training bib whilst on the playing area (including the
area between the boundary and the perimeter fencing).

3 Law 3 - The Umpires

3.1 Law 3.1 - Appointment and attendance
Law 3.1 shall be replaced by the following:
The following rules for the selection and appointment of ODI umpires
shall be followed as far as it is practicable to do so:
3.1.1 The umpires shall control the game as required by the Laws (as
read with these playing conditions), with absolute impartiality
and shall be present at the ground at least two hours before the
scheduled start of play.
3.1.2 ICC shall establish an ‘Elite Panel’ of umpires who shall be
contracted to the ICC.

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3.1.3 Each Full Member shall nominate from its panel of first class
umpires two umpires to an ‘International Panel’ and one umpire to
a ‘TV Panel’. (A third umpire may be nominated to the
‘International Panel’ with the written consent of the ICC).
3.1.4 ICC will appoint one umpire to stand in each ODI. Such umpires
shall not be from the same country as the participating teams and
shall be selected from the ‘Elite Panel’ or the ‘International Panel’.
3.1.5 The Home Board shall appoint one umpire to stand in each ODI.
Such umpire shall be selected from its umpires on the ‘Interna-
tional Panel’.
3.1.6 In ODI matches involving Associate Members ICC may appoint
umpires from the ICC Associate and Affiliate Umpires Panel.
3.1.7 As long as possible before each ODI Match, ICC will advise the
Home Board of the name of its appointee and the Home Board will
advise the Manager of the visiting team of both umpires’ names.
3.1.8 The Home Board shall appoint a third umpire for each ODI who
shall act as the emergency umpire and officiate in regard to TV
replays. Such appointment must be made from the ‘International
Panel’ or the ‘TV Panel’.
3.1.9 The Home Board shall also appoint a fourth umpire for each ODI
from its panel of first class umpires. The fourth umpire shall act as
the emergency third umpire.
3.1.10 Neither team will have a right of objection to an umpire’s appointment.

3.2 Third Umpire / TV Replay System

The playing conditions set out in Appendix 7 shall apply.

3.3 Law 3.2 - Change of umpire

Law 3.2 shall be replaced by the following:
An umpire shall not be changed during the match, other than in
exceptional circumstances, unless he is injured or ill.

3.4 Law 3.4 - To inform captains and scorers

The following shall apply in addition to Law 3.4 (i):
The Home Board may provide for the ringing of a bell, which shall be
rung 5 minutes before the termination of an interval, when the umpires
shall go to the wickets. The Home Board shall inform the ICC Match
Referee and the Manager of the visiting team at the start of the tour that
this practice is to be adopted.

3.5 Law 3.8 - Fitness for play and Law 3.9 - Suspension of play in dangerous
or unreasonable conditions
3.5.1 The safety of all persons within the ground is of paramount importance
to the ICC. In the event that any threatening circumstance, whether
actual or perceived, comes to the attention of any umpire (including
for example weather, pitch invasions, act of God, etc. See also clauses
3.5.4 and 3.5.5 below), then the players and officials should immediately
be asked to leave the field of play in a safe and orderly manner and to
relocate to a secure and safe area (depending on each particular threat)
pending the satisfactory passing or resolution of such threat or risk to
the reasonable satisfaction of the umpires, ICC Match Referee, the head
of the relevant ground authority, the head of ground security and/or
the police as the circumstances may require.

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Laws 3.8 & 3.9 shall be replaced by:

3.5.2 The umpires shall be the final judges of the fitness of the ground,
weather and light for play. See clause 3.5.3 below and Law 7.2
(Fitness of the pitch for play).
3.5.3 Suspension of play for adverse conditions of ground, weather
or light
a) All references to ground include the pitch. See Law 7.1
(Area of pitch).
b) If at any time 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, then they shall immediately suspend play, or not allow
play to commence or to restart. The decision as to whether
conditions are so bad as to warrant such action is one for the
umpires alone to make.
The fact that the grass and the ball are wet and slippery
does not warrant the ground conditions being regarded as
unreasonable or dangerous. 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 unreasonable for play to take place.
The umpires shall disregard any shadow on the pitch from
the stadium or from any permanent object on the ground.
c) When there is a suspension of play it is the responsibility
of the umpires to monitor the conditions. They shall make
inspections as often as appropriate. Immediately the umpires
together agree that conditions are suitable for play they shall
call upon the players to resume the game.
d) 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.
3.5.4 Play may be suspended due to safety and security concerns by the
umpires on the advice of the ICC Match Referee, the head of the
relevant ground authority, the head of ground security or the police.
3.5.5 Where play is suspended under Clause 3.5.4 above the decision
to abandon or resume play shall be the responsibility of the ICC
Match Referee who shall act only after consultation with the head
of ground security and the police.

3.6 Light Meters

3.6.1 It is the responsibility of the ICC to supply light meters to the match
officials to be used in accordance with these playing conditions.
3.6.2 All light meters shall be uniformly calibrated.
3.6.3 The umpires shall be entitled to use light meter readings as
a guideline for determining whether the light is fit for play in
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3.6.4 Light meter readings may accordingly be used by the umpires:
a) To determine whether there has been at any stage a
deterioration or improvement in the light.
b) As benchmarks for the remainder of a stoppage, match and/
or series/event.

3.7 Use of artificial lights

If in the opinion of the umpires, natural light is deteriorating to an unfit
level, they shall authorize the ground authorities to use the available
artificial lighting so that the match can continue in acceptable conditions.
In the event of power failure or lights malfunction, the provisions relating
to the delay or interruption of play due to bad weather or light shall apply.

3.8 Day Night matches

3.8.1 Pads and players’ and umpires’ clothing shall be coloured.
3.8.2 Sight screens will be black.

3.9 Advertising on grounds, perimeter boards and sightscreens

3.9.1 Advertising on grounds
The logos on outfields are to be positioned as follows:
a) Behind the stumps – a minimum of 25.15 yards (23 meters)
from the stumps.
b) Midwicket/cover area – no advertising to be positioned within
the 30 yard (27.50 meters) circle.
Note: Advertising closer to the stumps as set out above which
is required to meet 3D requirements for broadcasters may be
permitted, subject to prior ICC approval having been obtained.
3.9.2 Perimeter Boards
a) Advertising on perimeter boards placed in front of the
sightscreens is permitted save that the predominant colour of
such advertising shall be of a contrasting colour to that of the ball.
b) Advertising on perimeter boards behind the stumps at both
ends shall not contain moving, flashing or flickering images
and operators should ensure that the images are only
changed or moved at a time that will not be distracting to the
players or the umpires.
c) In addition, the brightness of any electronic images shall be set
at a level so that it is not a distraction to the players or umpires.
3.9.3 Sightscreens
a) Sightscreens shall be provided at both ends of all grounds.
b) Advertising shall be permitted on the sightscreen behind the
striker, providing it is removed for the subsequent over from
that end.
c) Such advertising shall not contain flashing or flickering
images and particular care should be taken by the operators
that the advertising is not changed at a time which is
distracting to the umpire.

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4 Law 4 - The Scorers

Law 4 shall apply.

5 Law 5 - The Ball

5.1 Law 5.2 - Approval and control of balls
Law 5.2 shall be replaced by the following:
The Home Board shall provide cricket balls of an approved standard for ODI
cricket and spare used balls for changing during a match (minimum of 12
cleaned and whitened), which shall also be of the same brand. Note: The Home
Board shall be required to advise the Visiting Boards of the brand of ball to be
used in the match(es) at least 30 days prior to the start of the match(es).
The fielding captain or his nominee may select the ball with which he
wishes to bowl from the supply provided by the Home Board. The fourth
umpire shall take a box containing at least 6 new balls to the dressing
room and supervise the selection of the ball.
The umpires shall retain possession of the match ball(s) throughout the
duration of the match when play is not actually taking place. 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. Where day/night matches are scheduled in
a series white balls will be used in all matches (including day matches).
Each fielding team shall have one new ball for its innings.

5.2 Law 5.4 - New ball in match of more than one day’s duration
Law 5.4 shall not apply.

5.3 Law 5.5 - Ball lost or becoming unfit for play

Law 5.5 shall be replaced by the following:
5.3.1 In the event of a ball during play being lost or in the opinion of
the umpires, being unfit for play through normal use, the umpires
shall allow it to be replaced by one that in their opinion has had a
similar amount of wear.
5.3.2 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 being 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.
5.3.3 If the ball is to be replaced, the umpire shall inform the batsmen
and the fielding captain. Either batsman or bowler may raise
the matter with the umpires and the umpires’ decision as to a
replacement or otherwise will be final.
5.3.4 In addition, there will be a mandatory change of the ball at the
commencement of the 35th over of each innings.
5.3.5 The mandatory replacement balls for each innings are to be pre-
selected by the captains prior to the commencement of the match
from the supply of spare balls provided by the Home Board as follows:
a) The fourth umpire will supervise the process.
b) The captain who has lost the toss shall be permitted to select
two balls from the supply of cleaned and whitened used balls.
c) The other captain then chooses which of the two balls he
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d) The fourth umpire will identify which ball has been selected
by each team and shall pass it to the on-field umpires prior to
the commencement of the 35th over.
Note: For the sake of clarity:
• The provisions of clauses 5.3.1, 5.3.2 and 5.3.3 above shall apply
if a further replacement ball is required after the commence-
ment of the 35th over.
• The provisions of clauses 5.3.4 and 5.3.5 above shall apply
irrespective of the length of the innings.

5.4 Law 5.6 - Specifications

Law 5.6 shall not apply.

6 Law 6 - The Bat

The following shall apply in addition to Law 6:
Only Type A bats shall be used in One Day International matches.

7 Law 7 - The Pitch

7.1 Law 7.3 - Selection and preparation
The following will apply in addition to Law 7.3:
7.1.1 The ground staff shall ensure that during the period prior to the
start of play and during intervals, the pitch area shall be roped off
so as to prevent unauthorised access. (The pitch area shall include
an area at least 2 metres beyond the rectangle made by the crease
markings at both ends of the pitch).
7.1.2 The fourth umpire shall ensure that, prior to the start of play and
during any intervals, only authorised ground staff, the ICC match
officials, players, team coaches and authorised television personnel
shall be allowed access to the pitch area. Such access shall be
subject to the following limitations:
a) Only captains and team coaches may walk on the actual playing
surface of the pitch area (outside of the crease markings).
b) Access to the pitch area by television personnel shall
be restricted to one camera crew (including one or two
television commentators) of the official licensed television
broadcaster(s) (but not news crews).
c) No spiked footwear shall be permitted.
d) 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.
e) Access shall not interfere with pitch preparation.
7.1.3 In the event of any dispute, the ICC Match Referee will rule and his
ruling will be final.

7.2 Law 7.4 - Changing the pitch

Law 7.4 shall be replaced by the following:
7.2.1 In the event of a pitch being considered too dangerous for play to
continue in the estimation of the on-field umpires, they shall stop
play and immediately advise the ICC Match Referee.
7.2.2 The on-field umpires and ICC Match Referee shall consult with
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7.2.3 If the captains agree to continue, play shall resume.

7.2.4 If the decision is not to resume play, the on-field umpires together
with the ICC Match Referee shall consider whether the existing
pitch can be repaired and the match resumed from the point it
was stopped. In considering whether to authorise such repairs, the
ICC Match Referee must consider whether this would place either
side at an unfair advantage, given the play that had already taken
place on the dangerous pitch.
7.2.5 If the decision is that the existing pitch cannot be repaired, then
the match is to be abandoned with the following consequences:
a) In the event of the required number of overs to constitute
a match having been completed at the time the match is
abandoned, the result shall be determined according to the
provisions of clause 21.7.2.
b) In the event of the required number of overs to constitute
a match not having been completed, the match will be
abandoned as a no result.
7.2.6 If the match is abandoned as a no result, the ICC Match Referee
shall consult with the Home Board with the objective of finding
a way for a new match to be commenced and completed on the
same date (including any reserve day) and venue.
7.2.7 Such a match may be played either on the repaired pitch or on
another pitch, subject to the ICC Match Referee and the relevant
ground authority both being satisfied that the new pitch will be
of the required ODI standard. The playing time lost between the
scheduled start time of the original match and the actual start
time of the new match will be covered by the provisions of clauses
12 and 16 below.
7.2.8 If it is not possible to play a new match on the scheduled day of
the match (including any reserve day), the relevant officials from
the participating Boards shall agree on whether the match can be
replayed within the existing tour schedule.
7.2.9 Throughout the above decision making processes, the ICC Match
Referee shall keep informed both captains and the head of the
ground authority. The head of the ground authority shall ensure
that suitable and prompt public announcements are made.

7.3 Law 7.5 - Non-turf pitches

Law 7.5 shall not apply.
All matches shall be played on natural turf pitches. The use of PVA and
other adhesives in the preparation of pitches is not permitted.

8 Law 8 - The Wickets

8.1 Law 8.2 - Size of stumps
The following shall apply in addition to Law 8.2:
For televised matches the Home Board may provide a slightly larger
cylindrical stump to accommodate the stump camera. When the larger
stump is used, all three stumps must be exactly the same size.

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9 Law 9 - The Bowling, Popping and Return Creases
9.1 Law 9.3 - The Popping Crease
Law 9.3 shall apply, except that the reference to ‘a minimum of 6 ft’ shall
be replaced by ‘a minimum of 15 yards (13.71 metres)’.

9.2 Additional Crease Markings

The following shall apply in addition to Law 9:
As a guideline to the umpires for the calling of wides on the offside the
crease markings detailed in Appendix 4 shall be marked in white at each
end of the pitch.

10 Law 10 - Preparation and Maintenance of the Playing Area

10.1 Law 10.1 - Rolling
The following shall apply in addition to Law 10.1:
10.1.1 Prior to tossing for choice of innings the artificial drying of the
pitch and outfield shall be at the discretion of the ground curator.
Thereafter and throughout the match the drying of the outfield may
be undertaken at any time by the ground curator, but the drying of
the affected area of the pitch shall be carried out only on the instruc-
tions 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.
10.1.2 The umpires may instruct the ground curator to use any available
equipment, including any roller for the purpose of drying the pitch
and making it fit for play.
10.1.3 An absorbent roller may be used to remove water from the covers
including the cover on the match pitch.

10.2 Law 10.6 - Maintenance of footholes

The following shall apply in addition to Law 10.6:
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 foot holes.

10.3 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 be permitted during
the match subject to the following:
10.3.1 Such measures will only be possible if requested by the ground
curator and approved by the umpires before the start of the match.
10.3.2 Approval should only be granted where such measures are
unavoidable and will not compromise the safety of the players or
their ability to execute their actions with complete freedom.
10.3.3 The preparation work shall be carried out under the supervision of
the fourth umpire.
10.3.4 Any necessary watering shall be carried out only to the extent
necessary for such preparations and shall not be permitted in
circumstances which may in any way affect the match pitch.
10.3.5 The consent of the captains is not required but the umpires shall
advise both captains and the ICC Match Referee before the start of
the match on what has been agreed.

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11 Law 11 - Covering the Pitch

11.1 Law 11.1 - Before the match
The following shall apply in addition to Law 11.1:
The pitch shall be entirely protected against rain up to commencement
of play.

11.2 Law 11.2 - During the match

Law 11.2 shall be replaced by the following:
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,
a minimum 5 metres either side of the pitch and any worn or soft areas
in the outfield.

11.3 Law 11.3 - Covering bowlers’ run ups

Law 11.3 shall be replaced by the following:
The bowler’s run-ups shall be covered in inclement weather, in order to
keep them dry, to a distance of at least 10 x 10 metres.

11.4 Law 11.4 - Removal of covers

Law 11.4 shall be replaced by the following:
All covers (including “hessian” or “scrim” covers used to protect the pitch
against the sun) shall be removed not later than 21/2 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.
Attention is drawn to clauses 3.5 and 10.3 above.

12 Law 12 - Innings
Law 12 shall apply subject to the following (see also clauses 15 and 16 below):
12.1 Law 12.1 - Number of innings
Law 12.1 shall be replaced by the following:
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 provided that participating countries in a series may
agree to provide for a reserve day on which an incomplete match may be
replayed or continued from the scheduled day.
If the match is to be continued on the reserve day, the participating
countries may agree either that:
12.1.1 Any revision of overs only occurs on the final scheduled day of the
match; or
12.1.2 Every effort is made to complete the match on the scheduled
day with any necessary reduction in overs taking place and
only if the minimum number of overs necessary to constitute a
match cannot be bowled on the scheduled day will the match be
completed on the reserve day.

12.2 Law 12.2 - Alternate innings

Law 12.2 shall not apply.

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12.3 Law 12.3 - Completed innings
Laws 12.3 (c), (d) and (e) (iii) shall not apply.

12.4 Length of Innings

12.4.1 Uninterrupted Matches.
a) Each team shall bat for 50 overs unless all out earlier.
b) 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 has 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 20 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.
c) If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 50 overs, the
team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 50 overs.
d) 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.
e) Penalties shall apply for slow over rates (refer ICC Code
of Conduct).
12.4.2 Delayed or Interrupted Matches
a) Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting First
(see Appendix 2)
i) 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.
ii) 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 the innings not being completed earlier.
iii) 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 12.4.2 (b) below take effect.
iv) 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.

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v) 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 (or where the interval has been
reduced to a period of less than 20 minutes – such
reduced period less than 20 minutes under 15.1 (iii)).
vi) Penalties shall apply for slow over rates (refer to ICC Code
of Conduct).
b) Delay or Interruption to the innings of the Team Batting
Second (see Appendix 3)
i) 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.
ii) 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.
iii) To constitute a match, a minimum of 20 overs have to be
bowled to the team batting second subject to the innings
not being completed earlier.
iv) 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.
v) 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.
vi) If the team fielding second fails to bowl the revised
overs by the scheduled or re-scheduled close of play, the
hours of play shall be extended until the overs have been
bowled or a result achieved.
vii) Penalties shall apply for slow over rates (refer ICC Code
of Conduct).

12.5 Extra Time

The participating countries may agree to provide for extra time where
the start of play is delayed or play is suspended.

12.6 Number of Overs per Bowler

No bowler shall bowl more than 10 overs in an innings.
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
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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.
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.
The scoreboard shall show the total number of overs bowled and the
number of overs bowled by each bowler.

12.7 Law 12.4 – The toss

Law 12.4 shall be replaced by the following:
The captains shall toss for the choice of innings, on the field of play and
in the presence of the ICC Match Referee, who shall supervise the toss.
The toss shall take place not earlier than 30 minutes, nor later than 15
minutes before the scheduled or any re-scheduled time for the match to
start. Note, however, the provisions of Law 1.3 (Captain).
Note: Law 12.5 requiring the captain of the side winning the toss to notify
the opposing captain as soon as the toss is completed of his decision to
bat or to field first shall apply.

13 Law 13 - The Follow-on

Law 13 shall not apply.

14 Law 14 - Declaration and Forfeiture

Law 14 shall not apply.

15 Law 15 - Intervals
Law 15 shall apply subject to the following:
15.1 Law 15.5 - Changing agreed times for intervals - Interval between Innings
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.
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.
Where the innings of the side batting first is delayed or interrupted, the
length of the interval will be reduced as follows:
i) 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.
ii) 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).
iii) If more than 60 minutes of actual playing time is lost (total playing
time lost less any extra time provided), then the interval of 30
minutes prescribed under (ii) above may be reduced further by
mutual agreement between the umpires and both captains. In the
event of disagreement, the length of the interval shall be determined
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15.2 Law 15.9 - Intervals for drinks

Two drinks breaks per session shall be permitted, each 1 hour 10 minutes
apart. The provisions of Law 15.9 shall be strictly observed except that under
conditions of extreme heat the umpires may permit extra intervals for drinks.
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 (subject to the wearing of bibs – refer to the note in clause 2.1.3).

16 Law 16 - Start of Play; Cessation of Play

Law 16 shall apply subject to the following (see also clauses 15 and 12.4):
16.1 Start and Cessation Times
To be determined by the Home Board subject to there being 2 sessions of
3.5 hours each, separated by a 45 minute interval between innings.
NOTE: The playing hours of matches scheduled to take place at venues
where dew is likely to be a factor should be determined so as to ensure
that the effect of any dew is minimised.
16.2 Laws 16.6, 16.7 and 16.8 shall not apply.
16.3 Laws 16.9, 16.10, and 16.11 shall apply in so far as they are relevant to a one
innings limited overs type match.

16.4 Minimum Over Rates

The minimum over rate to be achieved in ODI matches will be 14.28 overs
per hour.
The actual over rate will be calculated at the end of the match by the umpires.
In calculating the actual over rate for the match, allowances will be given
for the actual time lost as a result of any of the following:
16.4.1 treatment given to a player by an authorised medical personnel on
the field of play;
16.4.2 a player being required to leave the field as a result of a serious injury;
16.4.3 all third umpire referrals and consultations;
16.4.4 time wasting by the batting side; and
16.4.5 all other circumstances that are beyond the control of the
fielding side.
If a side 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
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17 Law 17 - Practice on the Field
Law 17.1 shall apply subject to the following:
17.1 Law 17.2 – Practice on the rest of the square
Law 17.2 shall apply subject to the following:
a) 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.
b) Bowling practice on the bowling strips referred to in (a) 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.

17.2 Law 17.3 - Practice on the outfield

Law 17.3 shall apply save that Law 17.3 (b) (ii) shall be replaced with
the following:
ii) There shall be no bowling or batting practice on the outfield. 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 (b) (iii) and (c) below.

18 Law 18 - Scoring Runs

Law 18 shall apply.

19 Law 19 - Boundaries
Law 19 shall apply subject to the following:

19.1 Law 19.1 - The boundaries of the field of play

The following shall apply in addition to Law 19.1:
The playing area shall be a minimum of 150 yards (137.16 metres) from
boundary to boundary square of the pitch, with the shorter of the two
square boundaries being a minimum 65 yards (59.43 metres). The straight
boundary at both ends of the pitch shall be a minimum of 70 yards (64.00
metres). Distances shall be measured from the centre of the pitch to be used.
In all cases the aim shall be to provide the largest playing area, subject
to no boundary exceeding 90 yards (82.29 meters) from the centre of the
pitch to be used.
Any ground which has been approved to host international cricket prior
to 1st October 2007 or which is currently under construction as of this
date which is unable to conform to these new minimum dimensions
shall be exempt. In such cases the regulations in force immediately prior
to the adoption of these regulations shall apply.

19.2 Law 19.2 - Defining the boundary - boundary marking

The following shall apply in addition to Law 19.2:
All boundaries must be designated by a rope or similar object of a
minimum standard as authorised by the ICC from time to time. Where
appropriate the rope should be a required minimum distance (3 yards
[2.74 metres] minimum) inside the perimeter fencing or advertising
signs. For grounds with a large playing area, the maximum length of
boundary should be used before applying the minimum 3 yards
(2.74 meters) between the boundary and the fence.

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19.3 Law 19.3 - Scoring a boundary

The following shall apply in addition to Law 19.3:
If an unauthorized person enters the playing arena and handles the ball,
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
unauthorized person handling the ball. See also Law 19.1 (c).
Note the introduction of Law 19.4 – Ball beyond the boundary, dealing
with the catching or fielding of a ball after it has crossed the boundary.

20 Law 20 - Lost Ball

Law 20 shall apply.

21 Law 21 - The Result

Law 21 shall apply subject to the following:
21.1 Law 21.1 - A win - two innings match
Law 21.1 shall not apply.

21.2 Law 21.2 - A win - one innings match

Law 21.2 shall apply in addition to the following:
21.2.1 Save for circumstances where a match is awarded to a team
as a consequence of the opposing team’s refusal to play (Law
21.3), 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.
21.2.2 Save for circumstances where a match is awarded to a team as
a consequence of the opposing team’s refusal to play (Law 21.3),
all matches in which both teams have not had an opportunity of
batting for a minimum of 20 overs, shall be declared no result.

21.3 Law 21.3 – Umpire (ICC Match Referee) awarding a match

Law 21.3 shall be replaced by the following:
a) A match shall be lost by a side which either
i) concedes defeat or
ii) in the opinion of the ICC Match Referee refuses to play and the
ICC Match Referee shall award the match to the other side.
b) If an umpire considers that an action by any player or players might
constitute a refusal by either side to play then the umpires together
shall inform the ICC Match Referee of this fact. The ICC Match Referee
shall together with the umpires ascertain the cause of the action.
If the ICC Match Referee, after due consultation with the umpires,
then decides that this action does constitute a refusal to play by
one side, he shall so inform the captain of that side. If the captain
persists in the action the ICC Match Referee shall award the match in
accordance with (a)(ii) above.*
c) If action as in (b) 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 12.4.2
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* N/B In addition to the consequences of any refusal to play prescribed
under this clause, any such refusal, whether temporary or final, may
result in disciplinary action being taken against the captain and team
responsible under the Code of Conduct

21.4 Law 21.4 – Matches in which there is an agreement under Law 12.1 (b)
Law 21.4 shall not apply.

21.5 Law 21.5 (a) - A Tie

The following shall apply in addition to Law 21.5 (a):
If the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie and no account shall
be taken of the number of wickets which have fallen.

21.6 Law 21.5 (b) - A Draw

Law 21.5 (b) shall not apply.

21.7 Prematurely Terminated Matches - Calculation of the Target Score

21.7.1 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 revised 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 the current
Duckworth/Lewis method. The target set will always be a whole
number and one run less will constitute a Tie. (Refer Duckworth/
Lewis Regulations)
21.7.2 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 comparison with the D/L ‘Par Score’
determined at the instant of the suspension by the Duckworth/
Lewis method (refer Duckworth/Lewis Regulations). 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.

21.8 Law 21.8 - Correctness of result

Any query on the result of the match as defined in Laws 21.2, 21.3, 21.5, 21.8
and 21.10 (as modified by these regulations) shall be resolved as soon as
possible and a final decision made by the umpires at close of play.

21.9 Points
21.9.1 Preliminary Matches
In a competition with three or four Members with ODI status and
with a final match or series, the home Board will institute a points
system as follows:
Win, with bonus point ....................................................................................... 5
Win, without bonus point ................................................................................ 4
Tie or No Result...................................................................................................... 2
Loss . ........................................................................................................................... 0

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In the event of teams finishing on equal points, the right to play in

the final match or series will be determined as follows:
• The team with the most number of wins
• Ifother
still equal, the team with the most number of wins over the
team(s) who are equal on points and have the same
number of wins
• If still equal, the team with the highest number of bonus points
• If still equal, the team with the highest net run rate
In a match declared as no result, run rate is not applicable.
21.9.2 Net Run Rate
A team’s net run rate is calculated by deducting from the average runs
per over scored by that team throughout the competition, the average
runs per over scored against that team throughout the competition.
In the event of a team being all out in less than its full quota of
overs, the calculation of its net run rate shall be based on the full
quota of overs to which it would have been entitled and not on
the number of overs in which the team was dismissed.
Only those matches where results are achieved will count for the
purpose of net run rate calculations. Where a match is abandoned,
but a result is achieved under Duckworth/Lewis, for net run rate
purposes Team 1 will be accredited with Team 2’s Par Score on
abandonment off the same number of overs faced by Team 2.
Where a match is concluded but with Duckworth/Lewis having
been applied at an earlier point in the match, Team 1 will be
accredited with 1 run less than the final Target Score for Team 2 off
the total number of overs allocated to Team 2 to reach the target.
21.9.3 Bonus Points
The team that achieves a run rate of 1.25 times that of the
opposition shall be awarded one bonus point. A team’s run rate
will be calculated by reference to the runs scored in an innings
divided by the number of overs faced. Refer Appendix 6.
21.9.4 Final Match or Series
If no result is achieved in a final the match shall be declared drawn.
In the event of a drawn final, the prize money will be shared
equally between the two competing teams.

22 Law 22 - The Over

Law 22 shall apply subject to the following:
22.1 Law 22.5 - Umpire miscounting
The following shall apply in addition to Law 22.5:
Whenever possible the third umpire shall liaise with the scorers and if
possible inform the on-field umpires if the over has been miscounted.

23 Law 23 - Dead Ball

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24 Law 24 - No Ball
Law 24 shall apply subject to the following:
24.1 Law 24.1 (b) - Mode of delivery
Law 24.1 (b) shall be replaced by the following:
The bowler may not deliver the ball underarm. If a bowler bowls a ball underarm
the umpire shall call and signal no ball, and the ball is to be re-bowled overarm.
24.2 Free Hit after a foot-fault no ball
In addition to the above, the delivery following a no ball called for a foot fault
(Law 24.5) 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.
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 ball.
Field changes are not permitted for free hit deliveries unless there is a
change of striker (the provisions of clause 41.2 shall apply).
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.

25 Law 25 - Wide Ball

25.1 Law 25.1 - Judging a Wide
Law 25 shall apply with the following addition to Law 25.1:
Umpires are instructed to apply very strict and consistent interpretation in
regard to this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket.
Any offside or legside delivery which in the opinion of the umpire does not
give the batsman a reasonable opportunity to score shall be called a wide.
A penalty of one run for a wide shall be scored. This penalty shall stand in
addition to any other runs which are scored or awarded. All runs, which are run
or result from a wide ball, which is not a no ball, shall be scored wide balls.

26 Law 26 - Bye and Leg Bye

Law 26 shall apply.

27 Law 27 - Appeals
Law 27 shall apply.

28 Law 28 - The Wicket is Down

Law 28 shall apply.

29 Law 29 - Batsman out of His Ground

Law 29 shall apply.

30 Law 30 - Bowled
Law 30 shall apply.

31 Law 31 - Timed Out

Law 31 shall apply.
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32 Law 32 - Caught
Law 32 shall apply.

33 Law 33 - Handled the Ball

Law 33 shall apply.

34 Law 34 - Hit the Ball Twice

Law 34 shall apply.

35 Law 35 - Hit Wicket

Law 35 shall apply.

36 Law 36 - Leg Before Wicket

Law 36 shall apply.

37 Law 37 - Obstructing the Field

Law 37 shall apply.

38 Law 38 - Run Out

Law 38 shall apply.

39 Law 39 - Stumped
Law 39 shall apply.

40 Law 40 - The Wicket-Keeper

Law 40 shall apply.

41 Law 41 – The Fielder

Law 41 shall apply subject to the following:
41.1 Law 41.1 - Protective equipment
The following shall apply in addition to Law 41.1:
The exchanging 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.

41.2 Restrictions on the placement of fieldsmen

41.2.1 At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than 5 fieldsmen
on the leg side.
41.2.2 In addition to the restriction contained in clause 41.2.1 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 (hereinafter referred to as the
Powerplay Overs) are set out in the following paragraphs.
41.2.3 The following fielding restrictions shall apply:
a) 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
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lines drawn on the field. (Refer attached Appendix 5). 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.
During the first block of Powerplay Overs (as set out below),
only two fieldsmen shall be permitted outside this fielding
restriction area at the instant of delivery.
During the second and third Powerplay blocks only three
fieldsmen shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction
area at the instant of delivery.
b) Two inner circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The circles
shall have as their centres the centrepoint of the popping
crease at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the
circles shall be 15 yards (13.72 metres). These fielding restriction
areas should be marked by ‘dots’. The segment of the circles
reserved for the slip positions shall not be demarcated (refer
attached appendix 5).
During the initial block of Powerplay Overs (in an uninter-
rupted innings, the first 10), there must be a minimum of two
stationary fieldsmen within the applicable fielding restriction
area measured from the striker’s end at the instant of delivery.
When a fast bowler is bowling the two stationary fieldsmen
may be permitted to stand deeper than 15 yards (13.72 metres)
(in the undemarcated area) provided only that they are
standing in slip, leg slip or gully positions.
41.2.4 During the non Powerplay Overs, no more than 5 fieldsmen shall
be permitted outside the fielding restriction area referred to in
clause 41.2.3 (a) above.
41.2.5 Subject to the provisions of 41.2.6 below, the Powerplay Overs shall
apply for 20 overs per innings to be taken as follows:
a) The first block of Powerplay Overs (block of 10 overs for an
uninterrupted match) shall be at the commencement of
the innings.
b) For the remaining second and third block of Powerplay Overs
(blocks of 5 overs for an uninterrupted match), one block shall
be taken at the discretion of the fielding captain and the other
at the discretion of either of the batsmen at the wicket.
c) A batsman must nominate his team’s Powerplay no later
than the moment at which the umpire reaches the stumps
at the bowler’s end for the start of the next over. The fielding
captain may nominate his team’s Powerplay any time prior to
the commencement of the over. The umpire who will stand at
the bowler’s end for the commencement of a Powerplay block
shall determine which side first made the request.
d) Once a side has nominated a Powerplay, the decision can not
be reversed.
e) Should either team choose not to exercise their discretion,
their Powerplay Overs will automatically commence at the
latest available point in the innings (i.e. in an uninterrupted
innings, one unclaimed Powerplay will begin at the start of
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41.2.6 In circumstances when the number of overs of the batting team

is reduced, the number of Powerplay Overs 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.

INNINGS FIRST FIELDING BATTING PORWERPLAY

DURATION POWERPLAY POWERPLAY POWERPLAY TOTAL

20 - 21 4 2 2 8

22 - 23 5 2 2 9

24 – 26 5 3 2 10

27 - 28 6 3 2 11

29 – 31 6 3 3 12

32 – 33 7 3 3 13

34 – 36 7 4 3 14

37 – 38 8 4 3 15

39 – 41 8 4 4 16

42 – 43 9 4 4 17

44 – 46 9 5 4 18

47 – 48 10 5 4 19

49 10 5 5 20

41.2.7 Each block of Powerplay Overs must commence at the start of

an over.
41.2.8 If play is interrupted not during the Powerplay overs, then on
resumption, it is necessary to determine how any remaining
Powerplay overs should be allocated. The total number of Powerplay
overs for the innings is derived from the table in 41.2.6. Any
Powerplay overs already taken prior to the interruption will be
deemed to have been in sequence: the initial allocation, the fielding
side’s allocation then the batting side’s allocation. The decision of
the batting side, and if applicable of the fielding side, of when to
take any remaining Powerplay overs, is made in the usual way.
Illustrations of 41.2.8:
A match starts as 40 overs; with the first 8 as Powerplays (PP). The
next two overs are not PP, the match is then delayed after 10 overs
and shortened to 30 overs.
The new PP allocation is 6+3+3, we have had 8 PP overs, so there
is one over of fielding side selection left and all three overs for the
batting sides. Both teams can choose when to use their respective 1
and 3 over allocations.
As above but the match resumes as 23 overs each
The PP allocation is now 5+2+2, so one batting side PP over remains
to be taken at their discretion.
41.2.9 If play is interrupted during the first or second Powerplay and on
resumption the overs required to be bowled in that Powerplay
have already been exceeded, then subsequent Powerplay(s) will
assume to have been taken consecutively up to that point.
41.2.10 If play is interrupted during the first Powerplay and resumes
during the second Powerplay, the second Powerplay will be
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41.2.11 If following an interruption, on resumption the total number of
Powerplay overs for the innings has already been exceeded, then
there will be no further Powerplay deliveries bowled in the innings.
Note that this is the only circumstance under which the Powerplay
status can be changed during an over.
Illustrations of 41.2.9, 41.2.10 and 41.2.11
A 50 over innings is interrupted after 9.3 overs, and on resumption
has been reduced to (a) 38 overs, (b) 28 overs, (c) 20 overs.
a) Powerplay overs are 8+4+3. 2nd Powerplay is in progress with
1.3 out of the fielding team’s 4 overs completed. The batting
side’s 3 over Powerplay can start any time after the 12th over.
b) Powerplay overs are 6+3+2. 3rd Powerplay is in progress with
0.3 out of 2 overs completed.
c) Powerplay overs are 4+2+2. All Powerplay overs have been
completed. Non-Powerplay restrictions take effect immediately
and do not need to wait until the end of the over.
41.2.12 If following an interruption while a Powerplay is not in progress, it
is found on resumption that the recalculated number of Powerplay
overs remaining equals or exceeds the number of overs to be
bowled in the innings, then the Powerplays will commence at the
start of the next over.
Illustration of 41.2.12:
A 50 over innings in which only the 1st Powerplay has been taken is
interrupted after 34.2 overs and reduced to 40 overs. Powerplay overs
are 8+4+4. Powerplays automatically resume for the start of the next
over (36th) and remain in force for the remainder of the innings.
41.2.13 At the commencement of each discretionary block of Powerplay
Overs, the umpire shall signal such commencement to the scorers
by rotating his arm in a large circle. If the batting side has chosen
the Powerplay the umpire shall signal this to the scorers by
tapping his hands above his head after the signal.
41.2.14 The umpire shall also indicate to the fielding captain before any
signal is made that the batting side has chosen its Powerplay.
41.2.15 A light or other indicator shall be displayed on the scoreboard
whenever the Powerplay Overs are being bowled, along with the
number of overs remaining in the current block of Powerplay
Overs.
41.2.16 The public address system shall be used to keep the spectators
informed.
41.2.17 In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding
restrictions, the square leg umpire shall call and signal ‘No Ball’.

42 Law 42 - Fair and Unfair Play

42.1 Law 42.3 - The Match Ball - changing its condition
Law 42.3 shall apply, subject to the following:
Law 42.3 (d) and (e) shall be replaced with the following:
If the umpires together agree that the deterioration in the condition of
the ball is greater than is consistent with the use it has received, they
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a) Change the ball forthwith. 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.
Additionally the bowler’s end umpire shall:
b) Award 5 penalty runs to the batting side.
c) Inform the captain of the fielding side of the reason for the
action taken.
d) Inform the captain of the batting side as soon as practicable of what
has occurred.
e) Together with the other umpire report the incident to the ICC Match
Referee who shall take action as is appropriate against the player(s)
responsible for the conduct under the ICC Code of Conduct. If the ICC
Match Referee is unable to identify the player(s) responsible for such
conduct, the captain shall take responsibility and will be subject to
such action as is appropriate under the ICC Code of Conduct.

42.2 Law 42.4 - Deliberate attempt to distract striker

Law 42.4 shall apply subject to the following:
In addition, the umpires shall report the incident to the ICC Match
Referee under the ICC Code of Conduct.

42.3 Law 42.5 - Deliberate distraction or obstruction of batsman

Law 42.5 shall apply subject to the following:
In addition, the umpire shall report the incident to the ICC Match Referee
under the ICC Code of Conduct.

42.4 Law 42.6 - Dangerous and Unfair Bowling

42.4.1 Law 42.6 (a) - The Bowling of Fast Short Pitched Balls
Law 42.6 (a) shall be replaced by the following:
a) A bowler shall be limited to one fast short-pitched delivery
per over.
b) 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.
c) The umpire at the bowlers end shall advise the bowler and
the batsman on strike when each fast short pitched delivery
has been bowled.
d) In addition, for the purpose of this regulation and subject to
Clause 42.4.1 (f) below, a ball that passes above head height
of the batsman, that prevents him from being able to hit
it with his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be
called a wide.
e) For the avoidance of doubt any fast short pitched delivery
that is called a wide under this playing condition shall also
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f) In the event of a bowler bowling more than one fast
short-pitched delivery in an over as defined in Clause 42.4.1
(b) above, the umpire at the bowlers 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.
g) If a bowler delivers a second 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.
h) If there is a second instance of the bowler being no balled
in the innings for bowling more than one fast short pitched
delivery in an over, the umpire shall advise the bowler that
this is his final warning for the innings.
i) Should there be any further instance by the same bowler
in that innings, the umpire shall call and signal no ball and
when the ball is dead direct the captain to take the bowler
off forthwith. If necessary, the over shall be completed by
another bowler, who shall neither have bowled the previous
over, or part thereof, nor be allowed to bowl the next over, or
part thereof.
j) The bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again
in that innings.
k) The umpire will report the occurrence to the other umpire,
the batsmen at the wicket and as soon as possible to the
captain of the batting side.
l) The umpires will then report the matter to the ICC Match
Referee who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned.
(Refer also to Law 42.1 Fair and Unfair Play - Responsibility of
the Captains.)
The above is not a substitute for Clause 42.5 below which umpires
are able to apply at any time.
42.4.2 Law 42.6 (b) Bowling of High Full Pitched Balls
Law 42.6 (b) shall be replaced by the following:
a) Any delivery, which passes or would have passed on the full
above waist height of the striker standing upright at the
popping crease is deemed unfair, whether or not it is likely to
inflict physical injury on the striker.
b) In the event of a bowler bowling a high full pitched ball as
defined in Clause 42.4.2 (a) above, the umpire at the bowler’s
end shall 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, the umpire at
the bowler’s end shall, in addition to calling and signalling no
ball, when the ball is dead, caution the bowler and issue a first
and final warning. The umpire shall inform the other umpire,
the captain of the fielding side and the batsmen at the wicket
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c) Should there be any further instance (where a high full

pitched ball is bowled and is considered likely to inflict
physical injury on the batsman) by the same bowler in that
innings, the umpire shall in addition to calling and signalling
no ball, when the ball is dead, direct the captain to take the
bowler off forthwith. If necessary, the over shall be completed
by another bowler, who shall neither have bowled the
previous over, or part thereof, nor be allowed to bowl the next
over, or part thereof.
d) The bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again
in that innings.
e) The umpire will report the occurrence to the other umpire,
the batsman at the wicket and as soon as possible to the
captain of the batting side.
f) The umpires will then report the matter to the ICC Match
Referee who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned.
(Refer also to Law 42.1 Fair and Unfair Play - Responsibility of
the Captains.)

42.5 Law 42.7 - Dangerous and Unfair Bowling - Action by the umpire
Law 42.7 shall be replaced by the following:
Regardless of any action taken by the umpire as a result of a breach
of Clauses 42.4.1, 42.4.2 and 42.6 the following shall apply at any time
during the match:
42.5.1 The bowling of fast short pitched balls is unfair if in the opinion
of the umpire at the bowler’s end he considers that by their
repetition and taking into account their length, height and
direction, they are likely to inflict physical injury on the striker,
irrespective of the protective clothing and equipment he may
be wearing. The relative skill of the striker shall also be taken
into consideration.
42.5.2 In the event of such unfair bowling, the umpire at the bowler’s
end shall adopt the following procedure:
a) In the first instance the umpire shall call and signal no ball,
caution the bowler and inform the other umpire, the captain
of the fielding side and the batsmen of what has occurred.
b) If this caution is ineffective, he shall repeat the above
procedure and indicate to the bowler that this is a
final warning.
c) Both the above caution and final warning shall continue to
apply even though the bowler may later change ends.
d) Should there be any further instance by the same bowler
in that innings, the umpire shall call and signal no ball and
when the ball is dead direct the captain to take the bowler off
forthwith. If necessary, the over shall be completed by another
bowler, who shall neither have bowled the previous over, or
part thereof, nor be allowed to bowl the next over, or part
thereof. See Law 22.8. (Bowler Incapacitated or Suspended
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e) The bowler thus taken off shall not be able to bowl again in
that innings.
f) The umpire will report the occurrence to the other umpire,
the batsmen at the wicket and as soon as possible to the
captain of the batting side.
g) The umpires will then report the matter to the ICC Match
Referee who shall take such action as is considered
appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned.
(Refer also to Law 42.1 Fair and Unfair Play - Responsibility of
the Captains.)

42.6 Law 42.8 - Deliberate bowling of High Full Pitched Balls

Law 42.8 shall be replaced by the following:
If the umpire considers that a high full pitch delivery which is deemed
unfair as defined in Clause 42.4.2 was deliberately bowled, then the
caution and warning process shall be dispensed with.
The umpire at the bowler’s end shall:
42.6.1 Call and signal no ball.
42.6.2 When the ball is dead, direct the captain to take the bowler
off forthwith.
42.6.3 Not allow the bowler to bowl again in that innings.
42.6.4 Ensure that the over is completed by another bowler, provided
that the bowler does not bowl two overs or part thereof
consecutively.
42.6.5 Report the occurrence to the other umpire, to the captain of
the batting side and the ICC Match Referee who shall take such
action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the
bowler concerned. (Refer also to Law 42.1 Fair and Unfair Play
Responsibility of the Captains).

42.7 Action by the umpires for dangerous and unfair Bowling

Should the umpires initiate the caution and warning procedures set out
in Clauses 42.4.1, 42.4.2, 42.5 and 42.6 such cautions and warnings are not
to be cumulative.

42.8 Law 42.9 - Time Wasting by the Fielding Side

Law 42.9 shall apply subject to Law 42.9 (b) being replaced by
the following:
If there is any further waste of time in that innings, by any member of
the fielding side the umpire shall:
42.8.1 Call and signal dead ball if necessary, and;
42.8.2 Award 5 penalty runs to the batting side (see Law 42.17).
42.8.3 Inform the other umpire, the batsmen at the wicket and as soon
as possible the captain of the batting side of what has occurred.
42.8.4 Report the occurrence to the ICC Match Referee who shall take
such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and
the team concerned under the ICC Code of Conduct.

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42.9 Law 42.10 - Batsman Wasting Time

Law 42.10 shall apply, subject to the following:
If the incoming batsman is not in position to take guard or his partner
not ready to receive the next ball within 2 minutes of the fall of the
previous wicket, the action should be regarded by the umpires as time
wasting and the provisions of Law 42.10 shall apply.
In addition, the umpires will report the incident to the ICC Match Referee
under the ICC Code of Conduct.

42.10 Use of Electronic Communications Equipment

The use of electronic communication devices and equipment of any kind
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APPENDIX 1
All penalty runs in the Laws of Cricket (2000 4th Edition – 2010) now apply in
International Cricket. Some penalty runs can be referred to the ICC Match Referee
for further action if necessary.

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APPENDIX 2
Calculation Sheet for Use When Delays or Interruptions Occur in First Innings
of One Day Internationals
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 ___________ (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 places) ___________ (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 (Refer to 41.2.6) _______ + _______ + _______

Rescheduled Playing Hours

First session to commence or recommence ___________ (J)
Length of innings [I x 4.2] ___________ (K)
Rescheduled cessation time (round up fractions) [J + (K – B)] ___________
Length of interval ___________
Second session commencement time ___________ (L)
Rescheduled cessation time = (L + K) ___________

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APPENDIX 3
Calculation Sheet for Use When Delays or Interruptions Occur in Second Innings
of One Day Internationals
Time
Original cessation time of innings ___________ (A)
Time at start of interruption ___________ (B)
Restart time ___________ (C)
Length of interruption [C – B] ___________ (D)
Extra time available ___________ (E)
Total playing time lost [D – E] ___________ (F)
Amended cessation time of innings [A + E] ___________ (G)

Overs
Maximum overs at start of innings ___________ (H)
Overs lost [F / 4.2] ignore fractions ___________ (I)
Adjusted maximum length of innings [H – I] ___________ (J)

Overs per bowler and Fielding Restrictions

Max. overs per bowler [J / 5] ___________ overs
Duration of Powerplay overs (initial, fielding team, batting side) ___________
First Innings ___________ + ___________ + ___________
Second Innings ___________ + ___________ + ___________

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APPENDIX 4 - CREASE MARKINGS

(43.18cm)
17 inches
(43.18cm)
17 inches

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APPENDIX 5
Restriction of the placement of fieldsmen

The final mark of the 15 yards radius shall be a line placed at an angle of 45°,
measured from the popping crease at a point level with the middle stump.

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APPENDIX 6
Bonus Point System
1 bonus point for any team that achieves victory with a run rate 1.25 times that of
the opposition.
A team’s run rate will be calculated by reference to the number of runs scored
divided by the number of overs.balls faced.
Where a side is all out, the number of overs to be used is the maximum number of
overs that side was otherwise eligible to face.
Where matches are shortened and targets revised through the Duckworth/Lewis
system, bonus run rates and bonus defensive targets are derived as a function of the
revised target score (less one run) and maximum overs.
Whenever a target, or revised target, is set, the exact number of overs.balls within
which the side batting second must achieve this target in order to gain the bonus
point should be announced. Once these overs.balls have been bowled, if the target
has not then been achieved the bonus point can not be gained by any subsequent
event, eg a multiple scoring shot, or extras.
(a) Examples of criteria for the award of bonus points

TEAM BATTING FIRST TEAM BATTING SECOND TEAM BOWLING SECOND

SCORE RUN RATE REQUIRED BALLS TO REQUIRED TARGET

RUN RATE WIN (OVERS) RUN RATE SCORE

300 6 7.5 40.0 4.8 240

275 5.5 6.875 40.0 4.4 220
250 5 6.25 40.0 4 200
225 4.5 5.625 40.1 3.6 180
200 4 5 40.1 3.2 160
175 3.5 4.375 40.1 2.8 140
150 3 3.75 40.1 2.4 120
125 2.5 3.125 40.1 2 100
100 2 2.5 40.2 1.6 80
75 1.5 1.875 40.3 1.2 60

Note: the ‘target score’ shown in the last column is the maximum total that the team
batting second can make for the team batting first to qualify for the bonus point.

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APPENDIX 7
Third Umpire TV Replay System – Playing Conditions

1 General
1.1 Save with the express written consent of the Chief Executive Officer of
the ICC the Home Board will ensure the live television broadcast of all
ODI Matches played in its country.
1.2 Where matches are broadcast the camera specification set out in
Appendix 7A shall be mandatory as a minimum requirement.
1.3 Where matches are not broadcast the camera specifications set out in
Appendix 7B shall be mandatory as a minimum requirement.
1.4 The Home Board will ensure a separate room is provided for the third
umpire and that he has access to a television monitor and direct sound
link with the television control broadcast director to facilitate as many
replays as is necessary to assist him in making a decision.
1.5 The provisions of clauses 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4 above shall not apply for series
between a Full Member country and Associate Member countries (whose
matches have been granted ODI status) and for series between such
Associate Member countries.
1.6 In the circumstances detailed in paragraphs 2, 3, 4 and 5 below, the on-field
umpire has the discretion whether to refer the decision to the third umpire
or, in the case of paragraph 3.1, to consult with the third umpire before
making his decision and should take a common sense approach.
Players may not appeal to the umpire to use the replay system - breach
of this provision would constitute dissent and the player could be liable
for discipline under the ICC Code of Conduct.
1.7 The third umpire shall call for as many replays from any camera angle as
is necessary to reach a decision. As a guide, a decision should be made
within 30 seconds whenever possible, but the third umpire shall have a
discretion to take more time in order to finalise a decision.

2 Run Out, Stumping and Hit Wicket Decisions

2.1 The on-field umpire shall be entitled to refer an appeal for a run-out,
stumping or hit wicket to the third umpire.
2.2 An on-field umpire wishing to refer a decision to the third umpire
shall signal to the third umpire by making the shape of a TV screen with
his hands.
2.3 If the third umpire decides the batsman is out a red light is displayed;
a green light means not-out. Should the third umpire be temporarily
unable to respond, a white light (where available) will remain illuminated
throughout the period of interruption to signify to the on-field umpires
that the TV replay system is temporarily unavailable, in which case the
decision will be taken by the on-field umpire. (As an alternative to the
red/green light system and where available, the big screen may be used
for the purpose of conveying the third umpire’s decision.)
2.4 When reviewing the TV replay(s), if the third umpire finds the batsman
has been bowled rather than hit wicket or stumped, he shall indicate
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3 Caught Decisions
The on-field umpire shall be entitled to refer an appeal for a caught decision to
the third umpire in the following circumstances:
3.1 Clean Catches
a) Should the bowler’s end umpire be unable to decide whether or not a
catch was taken cleanly, he shall first consult with the square leg umpire.
b) Should both umpires be unable to make a decision, they may consult
by two-way radio with the third umpire. Following such consultation,
the final decision will be made and given by the bowler’s end umpire,
who will take into account the on-field umpires’ initial views and any
other advice received from the third umpire.
c) The third umpire has to determine whether the batsman has been
caught. However, when reviewing the television replay(s), if it is clear
to the third umpire that the batsman did not hit the ball, he shall
indicate that the batsman is not out. See also paragraph 6 below.
d) The final decision shall be indicated in the normal fashion by the
bowler’s end umpire.
3.2 Bump Ball
a) Should the bowler’s end umpire be unable to decide whether a catch
was taken from a bump ball or not, he shall first consult with the
square leg umpire
b) Should both on-field umpires be unable to make a decision, the
bowler’s end umpire shall be entitled to refer the decision to the
third umpire to review a TV replay(s) of the batsman’s stroke as in
paragraph 2.2.
c) The third umpire has to determine whether the ball was a bump ball
or not. However, when reviewing the television replay(s), if it is clear
to the third umpire that the batsman did not hit the ball, he shall
indicate that the batsmen is not out. See also paragraph 6 below.
d) The third umpire shall communicate his decision by the system as in
paragraph 2.3.

4 Boundary Decisions
4.1 The on-field umpire shall be entitled to refer to the third umpire for a
decision about whether the fieldsman had any part of his person in
contact with the ball when he touched the boundary or when he had any
part of his person grounded beyond the boundary, or whether a four or
six had been scored. A decision is to be made immediately and cannot be
changed thereafter.
4.2 An on-field umpire wishing the assistance of the third umpire in this cir-
cumstance shall communicate with the third umpire by use of a two-way
radio and the third umpire will convey his decision to the on-field umpire
by this method.
4.3 The third umpire may initiate contact with the on-field umpire by two-way
radio if TV coverage shows a boundary line infringement or incident that
appears not to have been acted upon by the on-field umpires.

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5 Batsmen Running to the Same End
5.1 In the event of both batsmen running to the same end and the umpires
are uncertain over which batsmen made his ground first, the on-field
umpire may refer the decision to the third umpire.
5.2 The procedure in paragraph 4.2 shall apply.

6 No Balls
Following any mode of dismissal that is not permitted off a no-ball (whether
the subject of a referral /consultation under this system or not), if the on-field
umpire is uncertain as the fairness of the delivery (foot-fault only), he shall
be entitled to request the batsman to delay leaving the field and to check the
fairness of the delivery (foot-fault only) with the third umpire. Consultation
with the third umpire shall be by way of two way radio. If the delivery was not
a fair delivery the on-field umpire shall indicate that the batsman is not-out
and signal no-ball.

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APPENDIX 7A
Generic Camera Layout - Basic TV Coverage

1 Wicket to Wicket
2 Follow
3 Wicket to Wicket
4 Follow
5 Square Leg/Mid Wicket
6 Slips
7 Slips
8 Line / Run out Cam
9 Line / Run out Cam

APPENDIX 7B
Generic Camera Layout - Third Umpire Coverage

1 Follow
2 Follow
3 Line / Run out Cam
4 Line / Run out Cam
5 Line / Run out Cam
6 Line / Run out Cam

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