ICC’s Latest Cricket Updates Explained: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced new rules that will change how the game is played. These changes are expected to have a big impact.
Cricket has come a long way in 148 years. Test matches started in 1877, ODIs began in 1971, and T20Is were introduced in 2005. Today, all three formats are equally important.
ICC Introduces Game-Changing Rules
The ICC has decided to implement the new rules immediately, and upcoming matches will follow them. It will be interesting to see how players adapt.
Are these rules helpful, or do they make things harder? Let’s take a look at them before judging.
Stop Clock
A new rule stops teams from wasting time. The bowling side now has 60 seconds to start the next over. If they take longer without a valid reason, the batting team gets 5 penalty runs. This rule, used in last year’s T20 World Cup, now applies to all formats.
No Ball Change If Saliva Used
Earlier, during the COVID pandemic, if a player used saliva on the ball by mistake, the ball had to be cleaned or even replaced. Now, that rule is gone, so players don’t need to worry if they accidentally use saliva.
No More Smart Runs
If either batter cheats or pretends to run, the fielding team can choose who takes the next strike. The captain must then inform the umpire of their decision.
One Ball Choice in ODIs
In ODIs, where two balls are used, a new rule allows teams to choose one of the two balls to continue with after 34 overs.
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Concussion Subs
In ODIs, two balls are used from each end during an innings. Now, after 34 overs, teams have the option to pick one of those two balls to continue with for the rest of the innings. This gives teams some control over which ball they want to use based on its condition.
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