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Icc t20 Official Rules
Icc t20 Official Rules
1.2
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
2.2
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).
3.2
3.3
3.4
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.
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)
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 following consultation with the ICC Match Referee.
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.
If circumstances are warranted, the umpires shall stop play and instruct the ground staff 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.
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 accordance with the criteria set
out in clause 3.5.3 (b) above.
3.7
a)
To determine whether there has been at any stage a deterioration or improvement in the light.
b)
3.8
3.9
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.
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)
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.
5.2
Law 5.4 - New ball in match of more than one days duration
Law 5.4 shall not apply.
5.3
5.4
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)
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)
7.1.3 In the event of any dispute, the ICC Match Referee will rule and his ruling will be final.
7.2
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 T20I 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
8.2
Zing Wickets
The use of Zing wickets is permitted.
Refer also to Appendix 6 clause 2.5.
9.2
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 bowlers foot holes.
Such measures will only be possible if requested by the ground curator and approved by the umpires before the start of the match.
ii) 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.
iii) The preparation work shall be carried out under the supervision of the fourth umpire.
iv) 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.
v) 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.
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 20 overs. All matches shall be of one days scheduled duration.
12.2 Law 12.2 - Alternate innings
Law 12.2 shall not apply.
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 20 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 not be extended and the second session shall commence at the schedule time.
The team batting second shall receive its full quota of 20 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 20 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 20 overs.
d)
If the team fielding second fails to bowl 20 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).
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 14.11 overs per hour 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 5 overs have to be bowled to the side batting second, subject to a result not being
achieved earlier.
iii) As soon as the total minutes of playing time remaining is less than the completed overs faced by Team 1 multiplied by 4.25, 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 14.11 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 the interval 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.
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.
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 14.11 overs per hour 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 5 overs have to be bowled to the team batting second subject to a result not being achieved 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 14.11 overs per hour. 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 4 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 one-fifth of the
total overs allowed.
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 bowlers 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.
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. In circumstances where the side bowling first has not completed the allotted number of overs by
the scheduled or re-scheduled cessation time for the first innings, the umpires shall reduce the length of the interval by the amount of time that the first innings
over-ran. The minimum time for the interval will be 10 minutes.
However, following a lengthy delay or interruption prior to the completion of the innings of the team batting first, the Match Referee may, at his discretion,
reduce the interval between innings from 20 minutes to not less than 10 minutes.
Such discretion should only be exercised after determining the adjusted overs per side based on a 20 minute interval. If having exercised this discretion, the
rescheduled finishing time for the match is earlier than the latest possible finishing time, then these minutes should be deducted from the length of any
interruption during the second innings before determining the overs remaining.
in the case of an innings that has been reduced due to any delay or interruption in play, an additional allowance of 1 minute for every full 3 overs by
which the innings is reduced will be granted.
an additional allowance of 1 minute will be given for each of the 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th wickets taken during an innings.
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 will be deemed to have complied with the required minimum over rate.
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.
19.3 Law 19.3 - Scoring a boundary
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 clause 12.4.2 above.
* 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 will be a tie and no account shall be taken of the number of wickets which have fallen. In the event of a tied match the teams
shall compete in a Super Over to determine the winner. Refer attached Appendix 7.
21.6 Law 21.5 (b) - A Draw
Law 21.5 (b) shall not apply.
21.7 Interrupted or Prematurely Terminated Matches - Calculation of the Target Score
21.7.1
21.7.2
In a match where cameras are being used on or over the field of play (e.g. Spydercam), should a ball that has been hit by the batsman make contact, while
still in play, with the camera, its apparatus or its cable, either umpire shall call and signal dead ball. The ball shall not count as one of the over and no runs
shall be scored. If the delivery was called a no ball it shall count and the no ball penalty applied, including if appropriate a free hit from the next delivery. No
other runs (including penalty runs) apart from the no ball penalty shall be scored.
Should a ball thrown by a fielder make contact with a camera on or over the field of play, its apparatus or its cable, either umpire shall call and signal dead
ball. Unless this was already a no-ball or wide, the ball shall count as one of the over. All runs scored to that point shall count, plus the run in progress if the
batsmen have already crossed.
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.
24.3 Fair Delivery - the feet
Law 24.5 shall apply, subject to the final paragraph being replaced by the following:
If the bowlers end umpire is satisfied that any of these three conditions have not been met, he shall call and signal No ball.
27 LAW 27 - APPEALS
Law 27 shall apply.
30 LAW 30 - BOWLED
Law 30 shall apply.
32 LAW 32 - CAUGHT
Law 32 shall apply.
39 LAW 39 - STUMPED
Law 39 shall apply.
Subject to 41.2.3 below these additional fielding restrictions shall apply to the first 6 overs of each innings (Powerplay overs).
b)
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 attached
Appendix 5). These 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.
c)
During the Powerplay overs only two fieldsmen shall be permitted outside this fielding restriction area at the instant of delivery.
d)
During the non Powerplay overs, no more than 5 fieldsmen shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area referred to in clause 41.2.2 (b)
above.
41.2.3 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.
TOTAL OVERS
IN INNINGS
5-8
9-11
12-14
15-18
19-20
41.2.4 If an innings is interrupted during an over and if on the resumption of play, due to the reduced number of overs of the batting team, the required number
of Powerplay overs have already been bowled, the remaining deliveries in the over to be completed shall not be subject to the fielding restrictions.
41.2.5 In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, the square leg umpire shall call and signal No Ball.
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 bowlers end umpire shall:
b)
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.
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.
b)
The bowlers end umpire shall issue the captain with a first and final warning, and
c)
Advise him that should there be any further incident by that team during the remainder of the match or series, steps 42.1.1 a) to e) above will be
adopted, with the captain deemed under e) to be the player responsible.
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 count as the allowable short
pitched delivery in that over
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.
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 bowlers 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 bowlers 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 of what has occurred.
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 bowlers 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 bowlers 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 during an Over).
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.)
b)
c)
Inform the other umpire, the batsmen at the wicket and as soon as possible the captain of the batting side of what has occurred.
d)
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.
APPENDIX 1
All penalty runs in the Laws of Cricket (2000 Code 5th Edition - 2013) now apply in International Cricket. Some penalty runs can be referred to the ICC Match Referee
for further action if necessary.
APPENDIX 2A
Calculation sheet for use when a delay or interruptions occur in the First Innings
Time
Net playing time available at start of the match
___________ (B)
___________ (C)
___________ (D)
___________ (E)
___________ (F)
___________ (G)
___________ (H)
___________ (I)
___________
___________
(A)
___________
(J)
___________
(K)
___________ (L)
Length of interval
___________ (M)
___________
(N)
___________ *
(O)
* Ensure that the match is not finishing earlier than the original or rescheduled cessation time by applying Clause 12.4.2 a) iv). If so, add at least one over to each team
and recalculate (I) to (O) above to prevent this from happening.
APPENDIX 2B
Calculation sheet to check whether an interruption during the First Innings should terminate the innings
Proposed re-start time
___________
(P)
___________
(Q)
___________
(R)
___________
___________
(T)
APPENDIX 3A
Calculation sheet for the start of the Second Innings
Maximum overs to be bowled:
(If first innings was terminated, S from Appendix 2B)
___________
(A)
___________
(B)
Start time
___________
(C)
___________
(D)
___________
___________
(S)
APPENDIX 3B
Calculation sheet for use when interruption occurs after the start of the Second Innings
Time
Time at start of innings
___________ (A)
___________ (B)
___________ (C)
Restart time
___________ (D)
Length of interruption [ D B ]
___________ (E)
___________ (G)
Overs
Maximum overs at start of innings
___________ (H)
___________ (I)
___________ (J)
___________ (K)
___________ (L)
___________
___________
17 inches
(43.18cm)
17 inches
(43.18cm)
APPENDIX 5
Restriction of the placement of fieldsmen
APPENDIX 6
Third Umpire TV Replay System Playing Conditions
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 T20I matches
played in its country.
1.2
Where matches are broadcast the camera specification set out in Appendix 6A shall be mandatory as a minimum requirement.
1.3
Where matches are not broadcast the camera specifications set out in Appendix 6B 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 television monitors 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/Affiliate Member countries
(whose matches have been granted ODI status) and for series between such Associate/Affiliate Member countries.
1.6
In the circumstances detailed in paragraphs 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 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, 5 and 6, 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.
1.8
The third umpire shall only have access to TV replays for the provisions of paragraphs 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 below. Other technology which may be in use by the
broadcaster for broadcast purposes (Hot Spot, ball tracking, Snicko) shall not be permitted.
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 umpires decision.)
2.4
In the case of a referral of a hit wicket or stumping decision, the third umpire shall first check the fairness of the delivery (all modes of No ball except for the bowler
using an illegal action, [for clarity, a specific type of banned delivery can be reviewed and called no ball]). Additionally, if the third umpire finds the batsman is out
by another mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), or not out by any mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), he shall notify the on-field umpire so that the correct decision is
made.
2.5
Zing Wickets are permitted to be used for run-out, stumping and hit wicket decisions (using the lights to determine if the wicket is broken).
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 bowlers 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 on-field umpires require assistance from the third umpire to make a decision, the bowlers end umpire shall firstly take a decision on-field after consulting
with the other umpire, then he shall consult by two-way radio with the third umpire. Such consultation shall be initiated by the bowlers end umpire to the third umpire
by making the shape of a TV screen with his hands, followed by an 'out' or 'not out' signal made with the hands close to the chest at chest height. Following such
consultation, the final decision will be made and given by the bowlers end umpire, who will take into account the on-field umpires initial views and any other advice
received from the third umpire. If the third umpire advises that the replay evidence is inconclusive, the on-field decision communicated at the start of the consultation
process shall stand.
c) The third umpire has to determine whether the batsman has been caught. However, when reviewing the television replay(s), the third umpire shall first
check the fairness of the delivery (all modes of No ball except for the bowler using an illegal action, [for clarity, a specific type of banned delivery can be
reviewed and called no ball]). Additionally, if it is clear to the third umpire that the batsman is out by another mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), or not
out by any mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), he shall notify the on-field umpire so that the correct decision is made.
d) The final decision shall be indicated in the normal fashion by the bowlers end umpire.
3.2
Bump Ball
a) Should the bowlers 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 bowlers end umpire shall be entitled to refer the decision to the third umpire to review a
TV replay(s) of the batsmans stroke as in paragraph 2.2.
c) The third umpire has to determine whether the ball was a bump ball or not. However, in reviewing the television replay(s), the third umpire shall first check
the fairness of the delivery (all modes of No ball except for the bowler using an illegal action, [for clarity, a specific type of banned delivery can be reviewed
and called no ball]) and whether the batsman has hit the ball. If the delivery was not a fair delivery or 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 and, in the case of an unfair delivery, advise the on-field umpire to signal no ball. See also paragraph
3.10 below. Additionally, if it is clear to the third umpire that the batsman is out by another mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), or not out by any mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), he shall notify the on-field umpire so that the correct decision is made.
d) The third umpire shall communicate his decision by the system as in paragraph 2.3.
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 circumstance 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.
Following an appeal from the fielding side, the on-field umpire shall be entitled to consult with the third umpire if he feels that the batsman has obstructed the
field.
b)
The bowlers end umpire shall firstly take a decision on-field after consulting with the other umpire (if necessary), then he shall consult by two-way radio with
the third umpire. Such consultation shall be initiated by the bowlers end umpire to the third umpire by making the shape of a TV screen with his hands, followed by an 'out' or 'not out' signal made with the hands close to the chest at chest height.
c)
Following such consultation with the third umpire, the final decision shall be indicated in the normal fashion by the bowlers end umpire. If the third umpire advises
that the replay evidence is inconclusive, the on-field decision communicated at the start of the consultation process shall stand.
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
consult with the third umpire.
6.2
NO BALLS
Following any mode of dismissal that is not permitted off a no ball, if the on-field umpire is uncertain as the fairness of the delivery he shall be entitled to request
the batsman to delay leaving the field and to check the fairness of the delivery (all modes of No ball except for the bowler using an illegal action, [for clarity, a
specific type of banned delivery can be reviewed and called no ball]) 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. For the avoidance of doubt, the third umpire shall
apply clause 24.2 when deciding whether a no-ball should have been called.
APPENDIX 6A
Generic Camera Layout - Basic TV Coverage
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Wicket to Wicket
Follow
Wicket to Wicket
Follow
Square Leg/Mid Wicket
Slips
Slips
Line / Run out cam
Line / Run out cam
1
2
3
4
5
6
Follow
Follow
Line / Run out cam
Line / Run out cam
Line / Run out cam
Line / Run out cam
APPENDIX 6B
Generic Camera Layout - Third Umpire Coverage
APPENDIX 7
Procedure for the Super Over
The following procedure will apply should the provision for a Super Over be adopted in any match.
1
Subject to weather conditions the Super Over will take place on the scheduled day of the match at a time to be determined by the ICC Match Referee. In normal
circumstances it shall commence 10 minutes after the conclusion of the match.
The amount of extra time allocated to the Super Over is the greater of (a) the extra time allocated to the original match less the amount of extra time actually utilised and (b) the gap between the actual end of the match and the time the original match would have been scheduled to finish had the whole of the extra time provision been utilised. Should play be delayed prior to or during the Super Over once the playing time lost exceeds the extra time allocated, the Super Over shall be
abandoned. See clause 15.
The Super Over will take place on the pitch allocated for the match (the designated pitch) unless otherwise determined by the umpires in consultation with the
ground authority and the ICC Match Referee.
The umpires shall stand at the same end as that in which they finished the match.
In both innings of the Super Over, the fielding side shall choose from which end to bowl.
Only nominated players in the main match may participate in the Super Over. Should any player (including the batsmen and bowler) be unable to continue to participate in the Super Over due to injury, illness or other wholly acceptable reasons, the relevant Laws and Playing Conditions as they apply in the main match shall also apply in the Super Over.
Any penance time being served in the main match shall be carried forward to the Super Over.
Each teams over is played with the same fielding restrictions as apply for the last over in a normal T20 International match.
The team batting second in the match will bat first in the Super Over.
10
The fielding captain or his nominee shall select the ball with which he wishes to bowl his over in the Super Over from the box of spare balls provided by the umpires. Such box to include the balls used in the main match, but no new balls. The team fielding first in the Super Over shall have first choice of ball. The team fielding second may choose to use the same ball as chosen by the team bowling first. If the ball needs to be changed, then playing conditions as stated for the main
match shall apply.
11
The loss of two wickets in the over ends the teams one over innings.
12
In the event of the teams having the same score after the Super Over has been completed, if the original match was a tie under the D/L method, clause 14 immediately applies. Otherwise, the team whose batsmen hit the most number of boundaries combined from its two innings in both the main match and the Super Over
shall be the winner.
13
If the number of boundaries hit by both teams is equal, the team whose batsmen scored more boundaries during its innings in the main match (ignoring the Super
Over) shall be the winner.
14
If still equal, a count-back from the final ball of the Super Over shall be conducted. The team with the higher scoring delivery shall be the winner. If a team loses two wickets
during its over, then any unbowled deliveries will be counted as dot balls. Note that for this purpose, the runs scored from a delivery is defined as the total team runs scored
since the completion of the previous legitimate ball, i.e including any runs resulting from wides, no ball or penalty runs.
Example:
RUNS
TEAM 1
TEAM 2
Ball 6
Ball 5
Ball 4
Ball 3
Ball 2
Ball 1
In this example both teams scored an equal number of runs from the 6th and 5th ball of their innings. However team 1 scored 2 runs from its 4th ball while team 2
scored a single so team 1 is the winner.
15
Clause 2 examples:
Scheduled finish 5.00, 30 minutes extra time available, so scheduled finish time if the whole of the extra time provision is utilised is 5.30.
a)
No extra time is utilised in the original match which overruns ten minutes and finishes at 5.10. The Super Over is scheduled to start at 5.20 with 30 minutes
extra time available. It starts on time but is interrupted at 5.25. Play must resume by 5.55 otherwise the Super Over is abandoned.
b)
20 minutes of extra time was utilised, with the match scheduled to finish at 5.20, but it actually finishes at 5.10. Therefore the extra time allocated to the Super
Over is the greater of a) 10 minutes (30 minutes extra time less 20 already utilised) and b) 20 minutes (the gap from the actual finish time of 5.10 and the
scheduled finish had the full extra time been utilised of 5.30). The Super Over was due to start at 5.20, but is delayed by rain. It must therefore start by 5.40 or
the Super Over is abandoned.
c)
The match finishes at 5.40 (having started 30 minutes late and overrun by 10 minutes). There is no extra time allocated to the Super Over which should start
at 5.50. Any delay or interruption after 5.50 means the Super Over is abandoned.