Law 1 : The Players
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1. Number of Players and Captain

A match is played between two sides each of eleven Players, one of whom
shall be Captain. In the event of the Captain not being available at any
time a Deputy shall act for him.

2. Nomination of Players

Before the toss for innings, the Captain shall nominate his Players who may
not thereafter be changed without the consent of the opposing Captain.
A match may be played by agreement between sides of more or less than eleven
players but not more than eleven players may field.

Law 2 : Substitutes, Runners, Retirements
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1. Substitutes

In normal circumstances, a Substitute shall be allowed to field only for a
player who satisfies the Umpires that he has become injured or become ill
during the match. However, in very exceptional circumstances, the Umpires
may use their discretion to allow a Substitute for a player who has to leave
the field for other wholly acceptable reasons, subject to consent being
given by the opposing Captain. If a player wishes to change his shirt,
boots, etc, he may leave the field to do so (no changing on the field) but
no Substitute will be allowed.

2. Objection to Substitutes

The opposing Captain shall have no right of objection to any player acting
as Substitute on the field, nor as to where he shall field; however, no
Substitute shall act as Wicket-Keeper.

3. Substitute Not to Bat or Bowl

A Substitute shall not be allowed to bat or bowl.

4. A Player for whom a Substitute has acted

A player may bat, bowl or field even though a Substitute has acted for him.

5. Runner

A Runner will be allowed for a Batsman who during the match is incapacitated
by illness or injury. The player acting as Runner shall be a member of the
batting side and shall, if possible, have already batted in that innings.

6. Runner's Equipment

The player acting as Runner for an injured Batsman shall wear the same
external protective equipment as the injured Batsman.

7. Transgression of the Laws by an Injured Batsman or Runner

An injured Batsman may be out should his Runner break any one of Laws 33
(Handled the Ball), 37 (Obstructing the Field) or 38 (Run Out). As Striker
he remains himself subject to the Laws. Furthermore, should he be out of his
ground for any purpose and the wicket at the Wicket-Keeper's end be put down
he shall be out under Law 38 (Run Out) or Law 39 (Stumped) irrespective of
the position of the other Batsman or the Runner and no runs shall be scored.
When not the Striker, the injured Batsman is out of the game and shall stand
where he does not interfere with the play. Should he bring himself into the
game in any way then he shall suffer the penalties that any transgression of
the Laws demands.

8. Fieldsman Leaving the Field

No Fieldsman can leave the field or return during a session of play without
the consent of the Umpire at the Bowler's end. The Umpire's consent is also
necessary if a Substitute is required for a Fieldsman, when his side returns
to the field after an interval. If a member of the fielding side leaves the
field or fails to return after an interval and is absent from the field for
longer than 15 minutes, he shall not be permitted to bowl after his return
until he has been on the field for at least that length of playing time for
which he was absent. This restriction shall not apply at the start of a new
day's play.

9. Batsman Leaving the Field or Retiring

A Batsman may leave the field or retire at any time owing to illness, injury
or other unavoidable cause, having previously notified the Umpire at the
Bowler's end. He may resume his innings at the fall of a wicket, which for
the purposes of this Law shall include the retirement of another Batsman. If
he leaves the field or retires for any other reason he may only resume his
innings with the consent of the opposing Captain. When a Batsman has left
the field or retired and is unable to return owing to illness, injury or
other unavoidable cause his innings is to be recorded as "retired, not out".
Otherwise it is to be recorded as "retired, out".

10. Commencement of a Batsman's Innings

A Batsman shall be considered to have commenced his innings once he has
stepped on to the field of play.

Notes i.r.o. Substitutes and Runners

For the purpose of these Laws allowable illnesses or injuries are those
which occur at any time after the nomination by the Captains of their teams.

Law 3 : The Umpires
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1. Appointment

Before the toss for innings two Umpires shall be appointed, one for each
end, to control the game with absolute impartiality as required by the Laws.

2. Change of Umpire

No Umpire shall be changed during a match without the consent of both
Captains.

3. Special Conditions

Before the toss for innings, the Umpires shall agree with both Captains on
any special conditions affecting the conduct of the match.

4. The Wickets

The Umpires shall satisfy themselves before the start of the match that the
wickets are properly pitched.

5. Clock or Watch

The Umpires shall agree between themselves and inform both Captains before
the start of the match on the watch or clock to be used during the match.

6. Conduct and Implements

Before and during a match the Umpires shall ensure that the conduct of the
game and the implements used are strictly in accordance with the Laws.

7. Fair and Unfair Play

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

8. Fitness of Ground, Weather and Light

The Umpires shall be the sole judges of the fitness of the ground, weather
and light for play.

However, before deciding to suspend play or not to start play or not to
resume play after an interval or stoppage, the Umpires shall establish
whether both Captains (the Batsmen at the wicket may deputise for their
Captain) wish to commence or to continue in the prevailing conditions ; if
so, their wishes shall be met.

In addition, if during play, the Umpires decide that the light is unfit,
only the batting side shall have the option of continuing play. After
agreeing to continue to play in unfit light conditions, the Captain of the
batting side (or a Batsman at the wicket) may appeal against the light to
the Umpires, who shall uphold the appeal only if in their opinion the light
has deteriorated since the agreement to continue was made.

After any suspension of play, the Umpires, unaccompanied by any of the
Players or Officials shall, on their own initiative, carry out an inspection
immediately the conditions improve and shall continue to inspect at
intervals. Immediately the Umpires decide that play is possible they shall
call upon the Players to resume the game.

9. Exceptional Circumstances

In exceptional circumstances, other than those of weather, ground or light,
the Umpires may decide to suspend or abandon play. Before making such a
decision the Umpires shall establish, if the circumstances allow, whether
both Captains (the Batsmen at the wicket may deputise for their Captain)
wish to continue in the prevailing conditions ; if so, their wishes shall be
met.

10. Position of Umpires

The Umpires shall stand where they can best see any act upon which their
decision may be required. Subject to this overriding consideration the
Umpire at the Bowler's end shall stand where he does not interfere with
either the Bowler's run up or the Striker's view. The Umpire at the
Striker's end may elect to stand on the off instead of the leg side of the
pitch, provided he informs the Captain of the fielding side and the Striker
of his intention to do so.

11. Umpires Changing Ends

The Umpires shall change ends after each side has had one innings.

12. Disputes

All disputes shall be determined by the Umpires and if they disagree the
actual state of things shall continue.

13. Signals

The following code of signals shall be used by Umpires who will wait until a
signal has been answered by a Scorer before allowing the game to proceed.
  Boundary 4 - by waving the arm from side to side.
  Boundary 6 - by raising both arms above the head.
  Bye        - by raising an open hand above the head.
  Dead Ball  - by crossing and re-crossing the wrists below the waist.
  Leg Bye    - by touching a raised knee with the hand.
  No Ball    - by extending one arm horizontally.
  Out        - by raising the index finger above the head. If not out the
               Umpire shall call "not out".
  Short Run  - by bending the arm upwards and touching the nearer shoulder
               with the tips of the fingers.
  Wide       - by extending both arms horizontally.

14. Correctness of Scores

The Umpires shall be responsible for satisfying themselves on the
correctness of the scores throughout and at the conclusion of the match. See
Law 21.6 (Correctness of Result).

(a) Attendance of Umpires
The Umpires should be present on the ground and report to the Ground
Executive or the equivalent at least 30 minutes before the start of a day's
play.

(b) Consultation Between Umpires and Scorers
Consultation between Umpires and Scorers over doubtful points is essential.

(c) Fitness of Ground
The Umpires shall consider the ground as unfit for play when it is so wet or
slippery as to deprive the Bowlers of a reasonable foothold, the Fieldsmen,
other than the deep-fielders, of the power of free movement, or the Batsmen
the ability to play their strokes or to run between the wickets. Play should
not be suspended merely because the grass and the ball are wet and slippery.

(d) Fitness of Weather and Light
The Umpires should suspend play when they consider that the conditions are
so bad that it is unreasonable or dangerous to continue.

Law 4 : The Scorers
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1. Recording Runs

All runs scored shall be recorded by Scorers appointed for the purpose.
Where there are two Scorers they shall frequently check to ensure that the
score sheets agree.

2. Acknowledging Signals

The Scorers shall accept and immediately acknowledge all instructions and
signals given to them by the Umpires.

Law 5 : The Ball
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1. Weight and Size

The ball, when new, shall weigh not less than 5-1/2 ounces/155 grams, nor
more than 5-3/4 ounces/163 grams and shall measure not less than 8-13/16
inches/22.4 cm, nor more than 9 inches/22.9 cm in circumference.

2. Approval of Balls

All balls used in matches shall be approved by the Umpires and Captains
before the start of the match.

3. New Ball

Subject to agreement to the contrary, having been made before the toss,
either Captain may demand a new ball at the start of each innings.

4. New Ball in Match of 3 or more Days Duration

In a match of 3 or more days duration, the Captain of the fielding side may
demand a new ball after the prescribed number of overs has been bowled with
the old one. The Governing Body for cricket in the country concerned shall
decide the number of overs applicable in that country which shall be not
less than 75 six-ball overs (55 eight-ball overs).

5. Ball Lost or Becoming Unfit for Play

In the event of a ball during play being lost or, in the opinion of the
Umpires, becoming unfit for play, the Umpires shall allow it to be replaced
by one that in their opinion has had a similar amount of wear. If a ball is
to be replaced, the Umpires shall inform the Batsmen.

The specifications, as described in 1. above shall apply to topgrade balls
only. The following degrees of tolerance will be acceptable for other grades
of ball.

(i) Men's Grades 2-4
Weight: 5-5/16 ounces/150 grams to 5-13/16 ounces/165 grams
Size  : 8-11/16 inches/22.0 cm to 9-1/16 inches/23.0 cm

(ii) Women's
Weight: 4-15/16 ounces/140 grams to 5-5/16 ounces/150 grams
Size  : 8-1/4 inches/21.0 cm to 8-7/8 inches/22.5 cm

(iii) Junior
Weight: 4-5/16 ounces/133 grams to 5-1/16 ounces/143 grams
Size  : 8-1/16 inches/20.5 cm to 8-11/16 inches/22.0 cm

Law 7 : The Pitch
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1. Area of Pitch

The pitch is the area between the bowling creases (see Law 9). It shall
measure 5 ft./1.52m. in width on either side of a line joining the centre of
the middle stumps of the wickets (see Law 8).

2. Selection and Preparation

Before the toss for innings, the Executive of the Ground shall be
responsible for the selection and preparation of the pitch ; thereafter the
Umpires shall control its use and maintenance.

3. Changing the Pitch

The pitch shall not be changed during a match unless it becomes unfit for
play, and then only with the consent of both Captains.

4. Non-Turf Pitches

In the event of a non-turf pitch being used, the following shall apply :
(a) LENGTH: That of the playing surface to a minimum of 58 feet (17.68 m)
(b) WIDTH : That of the playing surface to a minimum of 6 feet (1.83 m)
See law 10, Note (a).

Law 8 : The Wickets
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1. Width and Pitching

Two sets of wickets, each 9 inches/22.86 cm wide, and consisting of three
wooden stumps with two wooden bails upon the top, shall be pitched opposite
and parallel to each other at a distance of 22 yards/20.12 metres between
the centres of the two middle stumps.

2. Size of Stumps

The stumps shall be of equal and sufficient size to prevent the ball from
passing between them. Their tops shall be 28 inches/71.1 cm above the
ground, and shall be dome-shaped except for the bail grooves.

3. Size of Bails

The bails shall be each 4-3/8 inches/11.1 cm in length and when in position
on top of the stumps shall not project more than 1/2 inch/1.3 cm above them.

Notes

(a) Dispensing with Bails
In a high wind the Umpires may decide to dispense with the use of bails.

(b) Junior Cricket
For Junior Cricket, as defined by the local Governing Body, the following
measurements for the Wickets shall apply :
Width   - 8 inches/20.32 cm
Pitched - 21 yards/19.20 metres
Height  - 27 inches/68.58 cm
Bails   - each 3-7/8 inches/9.84 cm in length and should not project more
          than 1/2 inch/1.3 cm above them.

Law 9 : The Bowling, Popping and Return Creases
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1. The Bowling Crease

The bowling crease shall be marked in line with the stumps at each end and
shall be 8 feet 8 inches/2.64 metres in length, with the stumps in the
centre.

2. The Popping Crease

The popping crease, which is the back edge of the crease marking, shall be
in front of and parallel with the bowling crease. It shall have the back
edge of the crease marking 4 feet/1.22 metres from the centre of the stumps
and shall extend to a minimum of 6 feet/1.83 metres on either side of the
line of the wicket. The popping crease shall be considered to be unlimited
in length.

3. The Return Crease

The return crease marking, of which the inside edge is the crease, shall be
at each end of the bowling crease and at right angles to it. The return
crease shall be marked to a minimum of 4 feet/1.22 metres behind the wicket
and shall be considered to be unlimited in length. A forward extension shall
be marked to the popping crease.

Law 10 : Rolling, Sweeping, Mowing, Watering The Pitch ; Re-Marking Creases
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1. Rolling

During the match the pitch may be rolled at the request of the Captain of
the batting side, for a period of not more than 7 minutes before the start
of each innings, other than the first innings of the match, and before the
start of each day's play. In addition, if after the toss and before the
first innings of the match the start is delayed, the Captain of the batting
side may request to have the pitch rolled for not more than 7 minutes.
However, if in the opinion of the Umpires the delay has had no significant
effect upon the state of the pitch, they shall refuse any request for the
rolling of the pitch. The pitch shall not otherwise be rolled during the
match. The 7 minutes rolling permitted before the start of a day's play
shall take place not earlier than half an hour before the start of play and
the Captain of the batting side may delay such rolling until 10 minutes
before the start of play should he so desire. If a Captain declares an
innings closed less than 15 minutes before the resumption of play, and the
other Captain is thereby prevented from exercising his option of 7 minutes
rolling or if he is so prevented for any other reason the time for rolling
shall be taken out of the normal playing time.

2. Sweeping

Such sweeping of the pitch as is necessary during the match shall be done so
that the 7 minutes allowed for rolling the pitch provided for in 1. above is
not affected.

3. Mowing

(a) Responsibilities of Ground Authority and of Umpires
All mowings which are carried out before the toss for innings shall be the
responsibility of the Ground Authority. Thereafter they shall be carried out
under the supervision of the Umpires (see Law 7.2).

(b) Initial Mowing
The pitch shall be mown before play begins on the day the match is scheduled
to start or in the case of a delayed start on the day the match is expected
to start. See 3(a) above.

(c) Subsequent Mowings in a Match of 2 or More Days Duration
In a match of 2 or more days duration, the pitch shall be mown daily before
play begins. Should this mowing not take place because of weather
conditions, rest days or other reasons the pitch shall be mown on the first
day on which the match is resumed.

(d) Mowing of the Outfield in a Match of 2 or More Days Duration
In order to ensure that conditions are as similar as possible for both
sides, the outfield shall normally be mown before the commencement of play
on each day of the match, if ground and weather conditions allow. See Note
(b) below.

4. Watering

The pitch shall not be watered during a match.

5. Re-Marking Creases

Whenever possible the creases shall be re-marked.

6. Maintenance of Foot Holes

In wet weather, the Umpires shall ensure that the holes made by the Bowlers
and Batsmen are cleaned out and dried whenever necessary to facilitate play.
In matches of 2 or more days duration the Umpires shall allow, if necessary,
the re-turfing of foot holes made by the Bowler in his delivery stride, or
the use of quick-setting fillings for the same purpose, before the start of
each day's play.

7. Securing of Footholds and Maintenance of Pitch

During play, the Umpires shall allow either Batsman to beat the pitch with
his bat and players to secure their footholds by the use of sawdust,
provided that no damage to the pitch is so caused and Law 42 is not
contravened.

Notes

(a) Non-Turf Pitches
Law 10 applies to turf pitches. The game is played on non-turf pitches in
many countries at various levels. Whilst the conduct of the game on these
surfaces should always be in accordance with the Laws of Cricket, it is
recognised that it may sometimes be necessary for Governing Bodies to lay
down special playing conditions to suit the type of non-turf pitch used in
their country. In matches played against Touring Teams, any special playing
conditions should be agreed in advance by both parties.

(b) Mowing of the Outfield in a Match of 2 or More Days Duration
If, for reasons other than ground and weather conditions, daily and complete
mowing is not possible, the Ground Authority shall notify the Captains and
Umpires, before the toss for innings, of the procedure to be adopted for
such mowing during the match.

(c) Choice of Roller
If there is more than one roller available the Captain of the batting side
shall have a choice.

Law 11 : Covering The Pitch
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1. Before the Start of a Match

Before the start of a match complete covering of the pitch shall be allowed.

2. During a Match

The pitch shall not be completely covered during a match unless prior
arrangement or regulations so provide.

3. Covering Bowlers' Run-Up

Whenever possible, the Bowlers' run-up shall be covered, but the covers so
used shall not extend further than 4 feet/1.22 metres in front of the
popping crease.

Notes

(a) Removal of Covers
The covers should be removed as promptly as possible whenever the weather
permits.

Law 12 : Innings
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1. Number of Innings

A match shall be of one or two innings of each side according to agreement
reached before the start of play.

2. Alternate Innings

In a two innings match each side shall take their innings alternately except
in the case provided for in Law 13.

3. The Toss

The Captains shall toss for the choice of innings on the field of play not
later than 15 minutes before the time scheduled for the match to start, or
before the time agreed upon for play to start.

4. Choice of Innings

The winner of the toss shall notify his decision to bat or to field to the
opposing Captain not later than 10 minutes before the time scheduled for the
match to start, or before the time agreed upon for play to start. The
decision shall not thereafter be altered.

5. Continuation After One Innings of Each Side

Despite the terms of (1) above, in a one innings match when a result has
been reached on the first innings the Captains may agree to the continuation
of play if, in their opinion, there is a prospect of carrying the game to a
further issue in the time left (see Law 21).

Notes

(a) Limited Innings - One Innings Match
In a one innings match, each innings may, by agreement, be limited by a
number of overs or by a period of time.

(b) Limited Innings - Two Innings Match
In a two innings match, the first innings of each side may, by agreement, be
limited to a number of overs or by a period of time.

Law 13 : The Follow-On
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1. Lead on First Innings

In a two innings match the side which bats first and leads by 200 runs in a
match of 5 days or more, by 150 runs in a 3-day or 4-day match, by 100 runs
in a 2-day match, or by 75 runs in a 1-day match, shall have the option of
requiring the other side to follow their innings.

2. Day's Play Lost

If no play takes place on the first day of a match of 2 or more days
duration, (1) above shall apply in accordance with the number of days play
remaining from the actual start of the match.

Law 14 : Declarations
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1. Time of Declaration

The Captain of the batting side may declare an innings closed at any time
during a match irrespective of its duration.

2. Forfeiture of Second Innings

A Captain may forfeit his second innings, provided his decision to do so is
notified to the opposing Captain and Umpires in sufficient time to allow 7
minutes rolling of the pitch (see Law 10). The normal 10 minute interval
between innings shall be applied.

Law 15 : Start Of Play
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1. Call of Play

At the start of each innings and of each day's play and on the resumption of
play after any interval or interruption the Umpire at the Bowlers' end shall
call "play".

2. Practice on the Field

At no time on any day of the match shall there be any bowling or batting
practice on the pitch. No practice may take place on the field if, in the
opinion of the Umpires, it could result in a waste of time.

3. Trial Run-Up

No Bowler shall have a trial run-up after "play" has been called in any
session of play, except at the fall of a wicket when an Umpire may allow
such a trial run-up if he is satisfied that it will not cause any waste of
time.

Law 16 : Intervals
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1. Length

The Umpire shall allow such intervals as have been agreed upon for meals,
and 10 minutes between each innings.

2. Luncheon Interval - Innings Ending/Stoppage within 10 Minutes of Interval

If an innings ends or there is a stoppage caused by weather or bad light
within 10 minutes of the agreed time for the luncheon interval, the interval
shall be taken immediately. The time remaining in the session of play shall
be added to the agreed length of the interval but no extra allowance shall
be made for the 10 minutes interval between innings.

3. Tea Interval - Innings Ending/Stoppage within 30 Minutes of Interval

If an innings ends or there is a stoppage caused by weather or bad light
within 30 minutes of the agreed time for the tea interval, the interval
shall be taken immediately. The interval shall be of the agreed length and,
if applicable, shall include the 10 minute interval between innings.

4. Tea Interval - Continuation of Play

If at the agreed time for the tea interval nine wickets are down, play shall
continue for a period not exceeding 30 minutes or until the innings is
concluded.

5. Tea Interval - Agreement to Forego

At any time during the match the Captains may agree to forego a tea
interval.

6. Intervals for Drinks

If both Captains agree before the start of a match that intervals for drinks
may be taken, the option to take such intervals shall be available to either
side. These intervals shall be restricted to one per session, shall be kept
as short as possible, shall not be taken in the last hour of the match and
in any case shall not exceed 5 minutes. The agreed times for these intervals
shall be strictly adhered to except that if a wicket falls within 5 minutes
of the agreed time then drinks shall be taken out immediately. If an innings
ends or there is a stoppage caused by weather or bad light within 30 minutes
of the agreed time for a drinks interval, there will be no interval for
drinks in that session. At any time during the match the Captains may agree
to forego any such drinks interval.

Notes

(a) Tea Interval : 1-Day Match
In a 1-day match, a specific time for the tea interval need not necessarily
be arranged, and it may be agreed to take this interval between the innings
of a one-innings match.

(b) Changing the Agreed Time of Intervals
In the event of the ground, weather or light conditions causing a suspension
of play, the Umpires, after consultation with the Captains, may decide in
the interests of time-saving to bring forward the time of the luncheon or
tea interval.

Law 17 : Cessation Of Play
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1. Call of Time

The Umpire at the Bowler's end shall call "time" on the cessation of play,
before any interval or interruption of play, at the end of each day's play,
and at the conclusion of the match (see Law 27).

2. Removal of Bails

After the call of "time", the Umpires shall remove the bails from both
wickets.

3. Starting a Last Over

The last over before an interval or the close of play shall be completed
unless a Batsman is out or retires during that over within 2 minutes of the
interval or the close of play or unless the Players have occasion to leave
the field.

4. Completion of the Last Over of a Session

The last over before an interval or the close of play shall be completed
unless a Batsman is out or retires during that over within 2 minutes of the
interval or the close of play or unless the Players have occasion to leave
the field.

5. Completion of the Last Over of a Match

An over in progress at the close of play on the final day of a match shall
be completed at the request of either Captain even if a wicket falls after
time has been reached. If during the last over the Players have occasion to
leave the field the Umpires shall call "time" and there shall be no
resumption of play and the match shall be at an end.

6. Last Hour of Match - Number of Overs

The Umpires shall indicate when one hour of playing time of the match
remains according to the agreed hours of play. The next over after that
moment shall be the first of a minimum of 20 6-ball overs (15 8-ball overs),
provided a result is not reached earlier or there is no interval or
interruption of play.

7. Last Hour of Match - Intervals Between Innings and Interruptions of Play

If, at the commencement of the last hour of the match, an interval or
interruption of play is in progress or if, during the last hour there is an
interval between innings or an interruption of play, the minimum number of
overs to be bowled on the resumption of play shall be reduced in proportion
to the duration, within the last hour of the match, of any such interval or
interruption. The minimum number of overs to be bowled after a resumption of
play shall be calculated as follows :

(a) In the case of an interval or interruption of play being in progress at
the commencement of the last hour of the match, or in the case of a first
interval or interruption a deduction shall be made from the minimum of 20
6-ball overs (or 15 8-ball overs).

(b) If there is a later interval or interruption a further deduction shall
be made from the minimum number of overs which should have been bowled
following the last resumption of play.

(c) These deductions shall be based on the following factors :
(i) the number of overs already bowled in the last hour of the match or, in
the case of a later interval or interruption in the last session of play.
(ii) the number of overs lost as a result of the interval or interruption
allowing one 6-ball over for every full three minutes (or one 8-ball over
for every full four minutes) of interval or interruption.
(iii) any over left uncompleted at the end of an innings to be excluded from
these calculations.
(iv) any over of the minimum number to be played which is left uncompleted
at the start of an interruption of play shall be completed when play is
resumed and to count as one over bowled.
(v) an interval to start with the end of an innings and to end 10 minutes
later.
(vi) an interruption to start on the call of "time" and to end on the call
of "play".

(d) In the event of an innings being completed and a new innings commencing
during the last hour of the match, the number of overs to be bowled in the
new innings shall be calculated on the basis of one 6-ball over for every
three minutes or part thereof remaining for play (or one 8-ball over for
every four minutes or part thereof remaining for play); or alternatively on
the basis that sufficient overs be bowled to enable the full minimum quota
of overs to be completed under circumstances governed by (a), (b) and (c)
above. In all such cases the alternative which allows the greater number of
overs shall be employed.

8. Bowler Unable to Complete an Over During Last Hour of the Match

If, for any reason, a Bowler is unable to complete an over during the period
of play referred to in 17.6 above, Law 22.7 shall apply.

Law 18 : Scoring
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1. A Run

The score shall be reckoned by runs. A run is scored :

(a) So often as the Batsmen, after a hit or at any time while the ball is in
play, shall have crossed and made good their ground from end to end.

(b) When a boundary is scored. See Law 19.

(c) When penalty runs are awarded. See 18.6 below.

2. Short Runs

(a) If either Batsman runs a short run, the Umpire shall call and signal
"one short" as soon as the ball becomes dead and that run shall not be
scored. A run is short if a Batsman fails to make good his ground on turning
for a further run.

(b) Although a short run shortens the succeeding one, the latter, if
completed shall count.

(c) If either or both Batsmen deliberately run short the Umpire shall, as
soon as he sees that the fielding side have no chance of dismissing either
Batsman, call and signal "dead ball" and disallow any runs attempted or
previously scored. The Batsmen shall return to their original ends.

(d) If both Batsmen run short in one and the same run, only one run shall be
deducted.

(e) Only if three or more runs are attempted can more than one be short and
then, subject to (c) and (d) above, all runs so called shall be disallowed.
If there has been more than one short run the Umpires shall instruct the
Scorers as to the number of runs disallowed.

3. Striker Caught

If the Striker is Caught, no run shall be scored.

4. Batsman Run Out

If a Batsman is Run Out, only that run which was being attempted shall not
be scored. If, however, an injured Striker himself is run out no runs shall
be scored. See Law 2.7.

5. Batsman Obstructing the Field

If a Batsman is out Obstructing the Field, any runs completed before the
obstruction occurs shall be scored unless such obstruction prevents a catch
being made in which case no runs shall be scored.

6. Runs Scored for Penalties

Runs shall be scored for penalties under Laws 20, 24, 25, 41.1 and for
boundary allowances under Law 19.

7. Batsman Returning to Wicket he has Left

If, while the ball is in play, the Batsmen have crossed in running, neither
shall return to the wicket he has left even though a short run has been
called or no run has been scored as in the case of a catch. Batsmen,
however, shall return to the wickets they originally left in the cases of a
boundary and of any disallowance of runs and of an injured Batsman being
himself run out. See Law 2.7.

Notes

(a) Short Run
A Striker taking stance in front of his popping crease may run from that
point without penalty.

Law 19 : Boundaries
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1. The Boundary of the Playing Area

Before the toss for innings, the Umpires shall agree with both Captains on
the boundary of the playing area. The boundary shall, if possible, be marked
by a white line, a rope laid on the ground, or a fence. If flags or posts
only are used to mark a boundary, the imaginary line joining such points
shall be regarded as the boundary. An obstacle or person within the playing
area shall not be regarded as a boundary unless so decided by the Umpires
before the toss for innings. Sight screens within, or partially within, the
playing area shall be regarded as the boundary and when the ball strikes or
passes within or under or directly over any part of the screen, a boundary
shall be scored.

2. Runs Scored for Boundaries

Before the toss for innings, the Umpires shall agree with both Captains the
runs to be allowed for boundaries, and in deciding the allowance for them,
the Umpires and Captains shall be guided by the prevailing custom of the
ground. The allowance for a boundary shall normally be 4 runs, and 6 runs
for all hits pitching over and clear of the boundary line or fence, even
though the ball has been previously touched by a Fieldsman. 6 runs shall
also be scored if a Fieldsman, after catching a ball, carries it over the
boundary. See Law 32.

Notes

(a) 6 runs shall not be scored when a ball struck by the Striker hits a
sightscreen full pitch if the screen is within, or partially within, the
playing area, but if the ball is struck directly over a sightscreen so
situated, 6 runs shall be scored.

3. A Boundary

A boundary shall be scored and signalled by the Umpire at the Bowler's end
whenever, in his opinion :
(a) A ball in play touches or crosses the boundary, however marked.
(b) A Fieldsman with ball in hand touches or grounds any part of his person
on or over a boundary line.
(c) A Fieldsman with ball in hand grounds any part of his person over a
boundary fence or board. This allows the Fieldsman to touch or lean on or
over a boundary fence or board in preventing a boundary.

4. Runs Exceeding Boundary Allowance

The runs completed at the instant the ball reaches the boundary shall count
if they exceed the boundary allowance.

5. Overthrows or Wilful Act of a Fieldsman

If the boundary results from an overthrow or from the wilful act of a
Fieldsman, any runs already completed and the allowance shall be added to
the score. The run in progress shall count provided that the Batsmen have
crossed at the instant of the throw or act.

Notes

(a) Position of Sight-Screens
Sight-screens should, if possible, be positioned wholly outside the playing
area, as near as possible to the boundary line.

Law 20 : Lost Ball
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1. Runs Scored

If a ball in play cannot be found or recovered any fieldsman may call "lost
ball" when 6 runs shall be added to the score; but if more than 6 have been
run before "lost ball" is called, as many runs as have been completed shall
be scored. The run in progress shall count provided that the Batsmen have
crossed at the instant of the call of "lost ball".

2. How Scored

The runs shall be added to the score of the Striker if the ball has been
struck, but otherwise to the score of byes, leg-byes, no-balls or wides as
the case may be.

Law 21 : The Result
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1. A Win - Two Innings Matches

The side which has scored a total of runs in excess of that scored by the
opposing side in its two completed innings shall be the winners.

2. A Win - One Innings Matches

(a) One innings matches, unless played out as in 1 above, shall be decided
on the first innings, but see Law 12.5.

(b) If the Captains agree to continue play after the completion of one
innings of each side in accordance with Law 12.5, and a result is not
achieved on the second innings, the first innings result shall stand.

3. Umpires Awarding a Match

(a) A match shall be lost by a side which, during the match,
(i) refuses to play, or
(ii) concedes defeat,
and the Umpires shall award the match to the other side.

(b) Should both Batsmen at the wickets or the fielding side leave the field
at any time without the agreement of the Umpires, this shall constitute a
refusal to play and, on appeal, the Umpires shall award the match to the
other side in accordance with (a) above.

4. A Tie

The result of a match shall be a tie when the scores are equal at the
conclusion of play, but only if the side batting last has completed its
innings. If the scores of the completed first innings of a 1-day match are
equal, it shall be a tie but only if the match has not been played out to a
further conclusion.

5. A Draw
A match not determined in any of the ways as in 1, 2, 3 and 4 above shall
count as a draw.

6. Correctness of Result

Any decision as to the correctness of the scores shall be the responsibility
of the Umpires (see Law 3.14). If, after the Umpires and Players have left
the field in the belief that the match has been concluded, the Umpires
decide that a mistake in scoring has occurred which affects the result, and
provided time has not been reached, they shall order play to resume and to
continue until the agreed finishing time unless a result is reached earlier.
If the Umpires decide that a mistake has occurred and time has been reached,
the Umpires shall immediately inform both Captains of the necessary
corrections to the scores and, if applicable, to the result.

7. Acceptance of Result

In accepting the scores as notified by the scorers and agreed by the
Umpires, the Captains of both sides thereby accept the result.

Notes

(a) Statement of Results
The result of a finished match is stated as a win by runs, except in the
case of a win by the side batting last when it is by the number of wickets
still then to fall.

(b) Winning Hit or Extras
As soon as a side has won (see 1 and 2 above) the Umpire shall call "time",
the match is finished, and nothing that happens thereafter other than as a
result of a mistake in scoring (see 6 above) shall be regarded as part of
the match. However, if a boundary constitutes the winning hit (or extras)
and the boundary allowance exceeds the number of runs required to win the
match, such runs scored shall be credited to the side's total and, in the
case of a hit to the Striker's score.


... Continued in Part 2 (Laws 22-42)
