07. KFC T20 Big Bash League
07. KFC T20 BIG BASH LEAGUE
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2 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN TEN Broadcaster 6:40 pm 7:10 pm 7:40 pm 7:40 pm 7:10 pm 4:20 pm 7:25 pm 7:40 pm 7:10 pm 7:40 pm 6:10 pm 6:15 pm 7:40 pm 7:40 PM (AEDT) 7:40 PM (AEDT) 7:40 PM (AEDT) 7:10 PM Local StartTime Local TBC TBC TBC SCG SCG MCG MCG GABBA Venue #TheFurnace Adelaide Oval Adelaide Oval Etihad Stadium Etihad Etihad Stadium Etihad Spotless Stadium Spotless Stadium Blundstone Arena Perth Scorchers Perth Hobart Hurricanes Scorchers Perth Adelaide Strikers Melbourne Stars Scorchers Perth Brisbane Heat Melbourne Renegades Hobart Hurricanes Brisbane Heat TBC TBC 2 of Semi Final Winner Sydney Thunder Sydney Melbourne Stars Adelaide Strikers Away Team Away V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V V Vs TBC TBC Sydney Sixers Sydney Sixers Sydney Home Team Home Brisbane Heat Perth Scorchers Perth Sydney Thunder Sydney Thunder Sydney Melbourne Stars Melbourne Stars Adelaide Strikers Adelaide Strikers Hobart Hurricanes Melbourne Renegades Melbourne Renegades Winner of Semi Final 1 of Semi Final Winner Date Friday, 8 January 16 Friday, Friday, 22 January 16 Friday, Tuesday, 5 January 16 Tuesday, Sunday, 10 January 16 Sunday, 10 January 16 Sunday, 24 January 16 Sunday, Saturday, 9 January 16 Saturday, Thursday, 7 January 16 Thursday, Monday, 11 January 16 Monday, Monday, 18 January 16 Monday, Saturday, 16 January 16 Saturday, Saturday, 16 January 16 Saturday, Thursday, 14 January 16 Thursday, Thursday, 21 January 16 Thursday, Wednesday, 6 January 16 Wednesday, Wednesday, 13 January 16 Wednesday, 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 34 35 31 32 33 20 Match
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 3 KFC T20 Big Bash League
Except as varied here under, the Laws of Cricket (2000 Code 6th Edition - 2015) shall apply.
Note: All references to ‘Governing Body’ within the Laws of Cricket shall be replaced by ‘Match Referee’.
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC Cricket Australia shall appoint a Match Referee who may meet with the umpires and captains prior to the commencement of the match to secure uniform interpretation of these playing conditions (other than playing condition 21.11 (“Venue”)) and to adjudicate, if necessary, should there be any dispute.
1. LAW 1 – THE PLAYERS
Law 1.1 - Number of players
Law 1.1 shall apply. Law 1.2 – Nomination of Players
Law 1.2 shall be replaced by the following:
Each captain shall nominate his players in writing to one of the umpires before the toss. No player may be changed after the nomination without the consent of the opposing captain. The players nominated shall include the selected emergency fieldsman (12th man) who may act as a substitute on the field. However, in accordance with Law 2.2 any player may act as a substitute. The 12th man, or any other emergency fieldsman, must wear a distinguishing top from the players on the field when walking inside the fence but outside the boundary rope.
The 12th player, or any other emergency fielder, must wear a distinguishing top from the players on the field when walking inside the fence but outside the boundary rope.
Law 1.3 - Captain
The following shall apply in addition to Law 1.3(a):
The deputy must be one of the nominated players.
4 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 LAW 2 - SUBSTITUTES AND RUNNERS, BATSMAN OR FIELDER LEAVING THE FIELD, BATSMAN RETIRING, BATSMAN COMMENCING 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League INNINGS
Law 2.1(a)(ii). A runner for a player when batting is not permitted.
Law 2.1(b) shall apply except that the umpire has no discretion to allow a runner for any situation.
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.
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:
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.
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 restrictions in (c)(i)-(ii) 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 commencement 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.
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 5 Laws 2.7 – Runner and 2.8 – Transgression of the Laws by a batsman who has a runner, shall not apply.
Law 2.9 - Batsman retiring
Law 2.9 shall include the following:
(d) An injured batsman who has temporarily retired, and is unable to return after
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC the fall of the ninth wicket shall be recorded in the score books as “Retired - not out” and the innings shall be deemed closed.
(e) Where an injury occurs to a batsman involved in a tenth wicket partnership, a maximum of five minutes will be allowed in order for the batsman to obtain treatment. If the batsman is unable to resume after the five minutes he shall be recorded in the scorebooks as “Retired – not out” as described above.
Concussion or Head Trauma
A new Law 2.11 is included as follows:
If concussion of a player or umpire is suspected by an umpire, team-mate, team support staff or qualified medical staff member or contractor (either immediately after a head/neck trauma or at any later time during play), play shall cease immediately and the most suitably qualified medical practitioner available can enter the field of play to conduct an initial assessment of the player or umpire for the presence of concussion symptoms and signs. If the medical practitioner determines that concussion is established or that a full assessment is required:
that medical practitioner (in his/her absolute discretion) may direct the player or umpire to leave the field of play; and
play must not resume until that player or umpire has completely left the field of play.
A maximum of 5 minutes will be allowed for the initial assessment on the field of play.
For clarity:
A batsman instructed to leave the field of play following an initial assessment is deemed to have retired pursuant to Law 2.9(a) and can, if no concussion has been diagnosed after a full assessment, return to play pursuant to Law 2.9(c), (d) or (e).
6 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 Laws 2.7 – Runner and 2.8 – Transgression of the Laws by a batsman A player on the fielding team instructed to leave the field of play who has a runner, shall not apply. following an initial assessment can, if no concussion has been 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League diagnosed after a full assessment, return to play pursuant to Law 2.5. Law 2.9 - Batsman retiring Where an umpire is instructed to leave the field of play following an Law 2.9 shall include the following: initial assessment, Law 3.2 applies (as amended by playing condition 3.3). (d) An injured batsman who has temporarily retired, and is unable to return after the fall of the ninth wicket shall be recorded in the score books as “Retired - If a player or umpire has been diagnosed with a concussion following not out” and the innings shall be deemed closed. an initial or full assessment, then his/her return to play will be strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Cricket Australia Concussion (e) Where an injury occurs to a batsman involved in a tenth wicket partnership, and Head Trauma Policy. a maximum of five minutes will be allowed in order for the batsman to obtain treatment. If the batsman is unable to resume after the five minutes he shall The outcome of any assessment by the relevant medical practitioner be recorded in the scorebooks as “Retired – not out” as described above. is final and should not be subject to any influence or interference from any players, umpires, coaches or team support staff. Concussion or Head Trauma LAW 3 - THE UMPIRES A new Law 2.11 is included as follows: Law 3.1 - Appointment and attendance If concussion of a player or umpire is suspected by an umpire, team-mate, team support staff or qualified medical staff member or contractor (either Law 3.1 shall be replaced by the following: immediately after a head/neck trauma or at any later time during play), play shall cease immediately and the most suitably qualified medical practitioner Cricket Australia shall appoint all umpires. available can enter the field of play to conduct an initial assessment of the player or umpire for the presence of concussion symptoms and signs. If the Third Umpire/TV Replays medical practitioner determines that concussion is established or that a full assessment is required: Refer to Appendix 9. that medical practitioner (in his/her absolute discretion) may direct the Law 3.2 - Change of umpire player or umpire to leave the field of play; and Law 3.2 shall be replaced by the following: play must not resume until that player or umpire has completely left Where an injury or illness occurs to an umpire, and he must leave the field for the field of play. treatment, the other umpire shall officiate at the bowler's end. The local State A maximum of 5 minutes will be allowed for the initial assessment on the Association shall provide a competent person to stand at the striker's end until the field of play. injured umpire is able to resume or a suitable replacement has been appointed. For a televised match the following applies: For clarity: Where an injury or illness occurs to an umpire, and he must leave the field A batsman instructed to leave the field of play following an initial for treatment, the third umpire shall officiate in his place. assessment is deemed to have retired pursuant to Law 2.9(a) and can, if no concussion has been diagnosed after a full assessment, return to play pursuant to Law 2.9(c), (d) or (e).
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 7 The match shall continue without a third umpire until the injured/ill umpire is able to take the third umpire's role or the State Association finds a suitable replacement.
Law 3.8 - Fitness for play and Law 3.9 - Suspension of play in dangerous or unreasonable conditions
Laws 3.8 and 3.9 shall apply subject to the following: 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC 3.4.1 If conditions during a rain stoppage improve and the rain is reduced to drizzle, the umpires must consider if they would have suspended play in the first place under similar conditions. If both on-field umpires agree that the current drizzle would not have caused a stoppage, then play shall resume immediately.
3.4.2 In addition, attention is drawn to Law 3.9(b) with regards to application of clause 3.4.1.
The fact that the grass and 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 the power of free movement, or the batsmen the ability to play their shots and run between the wickets, then these conditions shall be regarded as so bad that it would be unreasonable for play to take place.
3.4.3 The umpires shall disregard any shadow on the pitch from the stadium or from any permanent object on the ground.
3.4.4 If a shadow from the fielder falls across the striker’s half of the pitch, the fielder must remain stationary from the time the bowler commences his run up until the striker has received the ball. In the event of a fielder moving before the striker receives the ball, the umpire shall call and signal Dead ball if he considers the striker has been disadvantaged by the action.
Light Meters
3.5.1 It is the responsibility of CA to supply light meters to the match officials to be used in accordance with these playing conditions.
3.5.2 All light meters shall be uniformly calibrated.
8 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 3.5.3 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 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League out in playing condition 3.4 above.
3.5.4 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; and/or
(b) As benchmarks for the remainder of a stoppage, match and/or series/event.
Use of artificial lights
If in the opinion of the umpires, natural light is deteriorating to an unfit level, they shall authorise the ground authorities to use the available artificial lighting so that the match can continue in suitable conditions.
If natural light improves, the artificial lights may be turned off.
In the event of power failure or lights malfunction, the provisions relating to the delay or interruption of play due to ground, weather or light shall apply.
LAW 4 - THE SCORERS
Law 4 shall apply subject to the following:
Law 4.2 - Correctness of scores
Attention is drawn to playing condition 21.
LAW 5 - THE BALL
Law 5.2 - Approval and control of balls
Law 5.2 shall be replaced by the following:
White Kookaburra “Turf” balls as approved by Cricket Australia will be used.
In addition Cricket Australia may from time to time approve the use of balls from other manufacturers.
The captain of the fielding side or his nominee may select the ball(s) to be used from the supply provided by the Home State.
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 9 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.
Law 5.4 - New ball in match of more than one day’s duration
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC Law 5.4 shall not apply.
Law 5.5 - Ball lost or becoming unfit for play
Law 5.5 shall be replaced by the following:
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 and improved colour.
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, or a white ball becoming significantly discoloured and in the opinion of the umpires being unfit for play, the ball may be replaced with a ball that has similar amount of wear and improved colour, even though it has not gone out of shape.
If the ball is to be replaced, the umpire shall inform the batsman. Either batsman or bowler may raise the matter with the umpires and the umpires’ decision as to a replacement or otherwise will be final.
Law 5.6 - Specifications
Law 5.6 shall not apply.
LAW 6 - THE BAT
The following shall apply in addition to Law 6:
Only Grade A bats shall be used.
LAW 7 - THE PITCH
Law 7 shall apply subject to the following:
10 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 The umpires shall retain possession of the match ball(s) throughout the Law 7.3 - Selection and preparation duration of the match when play is not actually taking place. During play 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League umpires shall periodically and irregularly inspect the condition of the ball and Law 7.3 shall include the following: shall retain possession of it at the fall of a wicket, a drinks interval, or any other disruption in play. In cases where Cricket Australia has scheduled a preliminary match (e.g. WT20), that match is permitted to be played on the pitch prepared for the KFC T20 BBL Law 5.4 - New ball in match of more than one day’s duration match unless adverse conditions of ground, weather or light prevent it.
Law 5.4 shall not apply. Captains, umpires and ground staff shall co-operate to ensure that, prior to the start of play, no one bounces a ball on the pitch or strikes it with a bat to assess its Law 5.5 - Ball lost or becoming unfit for play condition or for any other reason, or causes damage to the pitch in any other way.
Law 5.5 shall be replaced by the following: Prior to the start of play only the captain and team coach may walk on the pitch to assess its condition. 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 Spiked footwear is not permitted. replaced by one that in their opinion has had a similar amount of wear and improved colour. Prior to the start of play and during the interval, one TV commentator and camera crew of the official licensed TV broadcaster/s (but not news crew) may be permitted In the event of the ball becoming wet and soggy as a result of play to inspect the pitch and surrounds (without walking on the pitch or interfering with continuing in inclement weather or it being affected by dew, or a white ball pitch preparation) subject to the following: becoming significantly discoloured and in the opinion of the umpires being unfit for play, the ball may be replaced with a ball that has similar amount of A ball must not be bounced on the pitch. wear and improved colour, even though it has not gone out of shape. A key or knife may only be inserted in the pitch in the area between the If the ball is to be replaced, the umpire shall inform the batsman. Either popping and bowling creases. batsman or bowler may raise the matter with the umpires and the umpires’ decision as to a replacement or otherwise will be final. In the event of any dispute, the Match Referee will rule and their ruling will be final.
Law 5.6 - Specifications Law 7.4 - Changing the pitch
Law 5.6 shall not apply. Law 7.4 shall be replaced by the following:
LAW 6 - THE BAT In the event of a match being abandoned because of inadequate pitch and/or ground preparation the match will be awarded to the visiting team. The following shall apply in addition to Law 6: For the purposes of this clause, the pitch and/or ground preparation will be Only Grade A bats shall be used. deemed to have been inadequate if the match is abandoned as a direct or indirect result of the home State Association (or any of its employees, LAW 7 - THE PITCH contractors or agents) failing to take proper precautions in the circumstances to ensure that: Law 7 shall apply subject to the following: The pitch was properly prepared; or
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 11 The pitch was properly protected against the elements or other acts of God, vandalism or foul play, machinery or equipment failure or other reasonably foreseeable events.
A groundsman who is responsible for the preparation of the pitch and who is employed by a body other than the home State Association, is deemed to be a contractor or agent of that Association. Cricket Australia shall arrange and ensure that a thorough investigation of the circumstances into the
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC abandonment of the match is conducted and that a report be presented to a forum (to be determined) for decision and penalty if appropriate.
Law 7.5 - Non-turf pitches
Law 7.5 shall not apply.
LAW 8 - THE WICKETS
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 stump to accommodate the stump camera. When the larger stump is used, all three stumps must be exactly the same size.
LAW 9 - THE BOWLING, POPPING AND RETURN CREASES
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)’.
Additional Crease Markings
The following shall apply in addition to Law 9:
As a guideline to the umpires for the calling of Wides, the crease markings detailed in Appendix 4 shall be marked in white at each end of the pitch.
LAW 10 - PREPARATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE PLAYING AREA
Law 10.1 – Rolling
The following shall apply in addition to Law 10.1:
12 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 The pitch was properly protected against the elements or other acts Prior to tossing for choice of innings the artificial drying of the pitch and of God, vandalism or foul play, machinery or equipment failure or outfield shall be at the discretion of the ground staff. Thereafter and 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League other reasonably foreseeable events. throughout the match the drying of the outfield may be undertaken at any time by the ground staff, but the drying of the affected area of the pitch shall A groundsman who is responsible for the preparation of the pitch and who is be carried out only on the instructions and under the supervision of the employed by a body other than the home State Association, is deemed to be umpires. The umpires shall be empowered to have the pitch dried without a contractor or agent of that Association. Cricket Australia shall arrange and reference to the captains at any time they are of the opinion that it is unfit for ensure that a thorough investigation of the circumstances into the play. abandonment of the match is conducted and that a report be presented to a forum (to be determined) for decision and penalty if appropriate. The umpires may instruct the ground staff to use any available equipment, including any roller for the purpose of drying the pitch and making it fit for Law 7.5 - Non-turf pitches play.
Law 7.5 shall not apply. An absorbent roller may be used to remove water from the covers including the cover on the match pitch. LAW 8 - THE WICKETS Law 10.6 - Maintenance of footholes Law 8.2 - Size of stumps The following shall apply in addition to Law 10.6: The following shall apply in addition to Law 8.2: The umpires shall see that wherever possible and whenever it is considered For televised matches the Home Board may provide a slightly larger stump to necessary, action is taken during all intervals in play to do whatever is practicable to accommodate the stump camera. When the larger stump is used, all three stumps improve the bowler’s footholes. must be exactly the same size. LAW 11 - COVERING THE PITCH LAW 9 - THE BOWLING, POPPING AND RETURN CREASES Law 11.1 - Before the match Law 9.3 - The Popping Crease The following shall apply in addition to Law 11.1: 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)’. The pitch shall be entirely protected against rain up to the commencement of play.
Additional Crease Markings Law 11.2 - During the match
The following shall apply in addition to Law 9: Law 11.2 shall be replaced by the following:
As a guideline to the umpires for the calling of Wides, the crease markings detailed The pitch shall be entirely protected against rain up to the commencement of in Appendix 4 shall be marked in white at each end of the pitch. play and for the duration of the match.
LAW 10 - PREPARATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE PLAYING AREA 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 Law 10.1 – Rolling outfield. The following shall apply in addition to Law 10.1:
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 13 Law 11.3 - Covering bowlers’ run ups
Law 11.3 shall be replaced by the following:
The bowler’s run ups shall be covered to a distance of at least 10 x 10 metres.
Law 11.4 - Removal of Covers
Law 11.4 shall be replaced by the following 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC
All covers (including “hessian” or “scrim” covers used to protect the pitch against the sun) shall be removed not later than 2½ 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.
LAW 12 - INNINGS
Law 12 shall apply subject to the following (see also playing conditions 15 and 16 below):
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 day’s scheduled duration.
Law 12.2 - Alternate innings
Law 12.2 shall not apply.
Law 12.3 - Completed innings
Laws 12.3 (c), (d) and (e) (iii) shall not apply.
Law 12.4 - The Toss
Law 12.4 shall be replaced with the following:
The captains shall toss for the choice of innings on the field of play in the presence of the Match Referee not earlier than 45 minutes nor later than 15 minutes, before the scheduled or any rescheduled time for the match to start.
Note the provision of Law 1.3 - Captain.
14 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 Law 11.3 - Covering bowlers’ run ups Law 12.5 - Decision to be notified 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League Law 11.3 shall be replaced by the following: Law 12.5 shall apply except the captain winning the toss must immediately notify the opposing captain and Match Referee of his decision to bat or bowl. The bowler’s run ups shall be covered to a distance of at least 10 x 10 metres. Length of Innings Law 11.4 - Removal of Covers Uninterrupted Matches Law 11.4 shall be replaced by the following Each team shall bat for 20 overs unless all out earlier. All covers (including “hessian” or “scrim” covers used to protect the pitch against the sun) shall be removed not later than 2½ hours before the scheduled start of play If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the provided it is not raining at the time, but the pitch will be covered again if rain falls scheduled time for cessation of the first innings, play shall continue until the prior to the commencement of play. required number of overs has been bowled. The team batting second shall receive its full quota of 20 overs irrespective of the number of overs it bowled LAW 12 - INNINGS in the scheduled time for the cessation of the first innings.
Law 12 shall apply subject to the following (see also playing conditions 15 and 16 If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 20 overs, the team batting below): second shall be entitled to bat for 20 overs.
Law 12.1 - Number of innings 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 Law 12.1 shall be replaced by the following: has been bowled or a result is achieved.
All matches will consist of one innings per side, each innings being limited to a Penalties shall apply for slow over rates – see playing condition 16.2. maximum of 20 overs. All matches shall be of one day’s scheduled duration. Delayed or Interrupted Matches Law 12.2 - Alternate innings Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting First. Law 12.2 shall not apply. When playing time has been lost the revised number of overs to be bowled Law 12.3 - Completed innings in the match shall be based on a rate of 4 minutes per over in the total remaining time available for play. Laws 12.3 (c), (d) and (e) (iii) shall not apply. The revision of the number of overs should ensure, whenever possible, that Law 12.4 - The Toss 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 Law 12.4 shall be replaced with the following: 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 The captains shall toss for the choice of innings on the field of play in the presence side batting second, subject to a result not being achieved earlier. of the Match Referee not earlier than 45 minutes nor later than 15 minutes, before A fixed time will be specified for the commencement of the interval, and also the scheduled or any rescheduled time for the match to start. the close of play for the match, by applying a rate of 4 minutes per over. When calculating the length of playing time available for the match, or the Note the provision of Law 1.3 - Captain. length of either innings, the timing and duration of all relative delays,
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 15 interruptions in play, and the interval will be taken into consideration. This calculation must not cause the match to finish earlier than the original 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. 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. Should calculations regarding numbers of overs result in a fraction of an 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC over, the fraction shall be ignored. In the event of a suspension occurring in the middle of an over, the number of total overs to be bowled in the match will be calculated as if the over in progress at the time of the interruption had been completed. The innings of the team batting first will continue from the point of the interruption. Penalties shall apply for slow over rates – see clause 16.2.
Delay or Interruption to the innings of the Team Batting Second
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 4 minutes per over in respect of the aggregated lost playing time. Should the calculations result in a fraction of an over the fraction shall be ignored. 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. 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. 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. A fixed time will be specified for the close of play by applying a rate of 15 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. If the team fielding second fails to bowl the revised overs by the scheduled or rescheduled close of play, the hours of play shall be extended until the overs have been bowled or a result achieved. In all reduced over matches the fielding team will be given 1 over’s leeway in addition to any time that the umpires might allow for stoppages. Allowances
16 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 interruptions in play, and the interval will be taken into consideration. This prior to a stoppage are carried forward for the purposes of the application of calculation must not cause the match to finish earlier than the original time clause 16.2 only – they do not influence the recalculated number of overs or 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League for cessation of play on the final scheduled day for play. If required the the scheduled close of play. original time shall be extended to allow for one extra over for each team. Penalties shall apply for slow over rates – see clause 16.2. 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 Extra Time been bowled or the innings is completed. Should calculations regarding numbers of overs result in a fraction of an No extra time shall be permitted to make up for any time lost. over, the fraction shall be ignored. In the event of a suspension occurring in Number of Overs per Bowler the middle of an over, the number of total overs to be bowled in the match will be calculated as if the over in progress at the time of the interruption had No bowler shall bowl more than 4 overs in an innings. In a delayed or interrupted been completed. The innings of the team batting first will continue from the match where the overs are reduced for both teams or for the team bowling second, point of the interruption. no bowler may bowl more than one-fifth of the total overs allowed unless such a Penalties shall apply for slow over rates – see clause 16.2. number has been exceeded before the interruption, e.g. after 8 overs, rain interrupts play and the innings is reduced to 12 overs. Both opening bowlers have Delay or Interruption to the innings of the Team Batting Second bowled 4 overs. Two bowlers can bowl 3 overs and three bowlers can bowl 2. When playing time has been lost and, as a result, it is not possible for the Bowlers 1 and 2 have already exceeded this limit. They count as the two bowlers team batting second to have the opportunity of receiving its allocated, or who were allowed the extra over (3 as opposed to 2) and so any other bowlers are revised allocation of overs in the playing time available, the number of overs limited to 2 overs. Where the total overs is not divisible by 5, one additional over shall be reduced at a rate of 4 minutes per over in respect of the aggregated shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the lost playing time. Should the calculations result in a fraction of an over the balance. When an interruption occurs mid-over and on resumption the bowler has fraction shall be ignored. exceeded the new maximum allocation, he will be allowed to finish the uncompleted In addition, should the innings of the team batting first have been completed over. In the event of a bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over, prior to the scheduled, or re-scheduled time for the commencement of the the remaining balls will be allowed by another bowler. Such part of an over will interval, then any calculation relating to the revision of overs shall not be count as a full over only in so far as each bowler’s limit is concerned. The effective until an amount of time equivalent to that by which the second scoreboard shall show the total number of overs bowled and the number of overs innings started early has elapsed. bowled by each bowler. To constitute a match, a minimum of 5 overs have to be bowled to the team LAW 13 - THE FOLLOW-ON batting second subject to a result not being achieved earlier. The team batting second shall not bat for a greater number of overs than the Law 13 shall not apply. first team unless the latter completed its innings in less than its allocated overs. LAW 14 - DECLARATION AND FORFEITURE A fixed time will be specified for the close of play by applying a rate of 15 overs per hour. The timing and duration of all relative delays, extensions in Law 14 shall not apply. playing hours and interruptions in play, will be taken into consideration in specifying this time. LAW 15 - INTERVALS If the team fielding second fails to bowl the revised overs by the scheduled or rescheduled close of play, the hours of play shall be extended until the Law 15 shall apply subject to the following: overs have been bowled or a result achieved. In all reduced over matches the fielding team will be given 1 over’s leeway in addition to any time that the umpires might allow for stoppages. Allowances
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 17 Law 15.5 - Changing agreed times of 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. If the innings of the team batting first is completed after the scheduled time for the interval, the innings of the
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC team batting second will commence correspondingly later. In all circumstances the interval between innings shall be 15 minutes.
Law 15.9 - Intervals for drinks
Law 15.9 shall be replaced by the following:
No drinks intervals shall be permitted. 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. Unless otherwise approved by Cricket Australia, only players shall be permitted to take drinks onto the field, and any such player shall be dressed in approved clothing and equipment.
No person other than players or authorised room attendants shall be permitted on the field of play during an interval for drinks, except as permitted by the umpires or Match Referee for wholly acceptable reasons. In the case of a player taking the drinks onto the field, any such player shall be dressed in approved clothing and equipment.
It is not permitted for any coaching of the players to take place during any interval for drinks.
For clarity, this clause is designed to prohibit coaching of the players by any coach or support staff member either on the field of play, on the boundary edge, or from anywhere else whatsoever, during the interval for drinks.
LAW 16 - START OF PLAY; CESSATION OF PLAY
Law 16 shall apply subject to the following (see also playing conditions 15 and 12.6):
18 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 Law 15.5 - Changing agreed times of intervals Start and Cessation Times 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League Interval between Innings There will be two sessions of 1 hour 20 minutes each, separated by a 15 minute 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 Preliminary matches batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. If the innings of the team batting first is completed after the scheduled time for the interval, the innings of the Refer to the competition fixture for start times. team batting second will commence correspondingly later. In all circumstances the interval between innings shall be 15 minutes. Hours of Play
Law 15.9 - Intervals for drinks The Hours of Play for all matches shall be determined by Cricket Australia.
Law 15.9 shall be replaced by the following: Over-Rate Penalties
No drinks intervals shall be permitted. An individual player may be given a If the fielding team fails to bowl the required number of overs by the drink either on the boundary edge or at the fall of a wicket, on the field, scheduled time for the cessation of the session, play shall continue until the provided that no playing time is wasted. No other drinks shall be taken onto required overs have been bowled. Unless determined otherwise by the the field without the permission of the umpires. Unless otherwise approved Match Referee, after consultation with the match umpires and the scorers, by Cricket Australia, only players shall be permitted to take drinks onto the the fielding side will be penalised as follows. field, and any such player shall be dressed in approved clothing and After taking into account permitted allowances pursuant to clause 16.2(k) equipment. (“over rate breach”), each of the 11 players in the fielding side will be fined No person other than players or authorised room attendants shall be $1000 for each full over that was completed after the scheduled cessation permitted on the field of play during an interval for drinks, except as time. If a team accepts this penalty without appeal, the fine will be reduced permitted by the umpires or Match Referee for wholly acceptable reasons. In from $1000 to $500. the case of a player taking the drinks onto the field, any such player shall be In addition, the captain of the bowling side will incur one strike for the over dressed in approved clothing and equipment. rate breach; and It is not permitted for any coaching of the players to take place during any For every two strikes imposed on a captain in respect of over rate breaches interval for drinks. committed in a BBL season, the captain will be suspended for the next BBL For clarity, this clause is designed to prohibit coaching of the players by any match for which he is available for selection, regardless of whether that coach or support staff member either on the field of play, on the boundary match is in the same or the next BBL season. No outstanding strikes edge, or from anywhere else whatsoever, during the interval for drinks. incurred by a captain in respect of an over rate breach will be carried over into the next BBL season. LAW 16 - START OF PLAY; CESSATION OF PLAY for the purposes of (c) above, if the player nominated as captain at the start Law 16 shall apply subject to the following (see also playing conditions 15 and of the BBL season is in the starting 11 but not listed on the official team 12.6): sheet as the captain;
Any previous strike will carry over to the player nominated as captain for that match; and
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 19 Should another over rate breach occur in this situation, both the originally nominated captain and the player nominated as captain for that match will incur an automatic 1 match suspension and that suspension shall be applied to the next BBL match.
If the innings is terminated before the scheduled or re-scheduled cut-off time, no over-rate penalty shall apply. If the innings is interrupted, the over rate penalty will apply based on the rescheduled cessation time for that
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC innings.
The umpire shall inform the fielding team captain when taking the field for the first time and on every subsequent occasion if play is interrupted by the weather, the scheduled cessation time for that innings. Either umpire shall inform the fielding captain of his over rate position at the conclusion of overs 5, 10, 15 and 18 as a minimum. The matter of allowances given will not be subject to retrospective negotiation. In addition, in all reduced overs matches, the fielding team will be given one over’s leeway.
The over-rate penalties set out in playing condition 16.2 apply only to innings of 10 overs or more duration. In innings of less than 10 overs duration, umpires shall strictly apply Law 42.6 dealing with time wasting. This is the only penalty that will be applied for a slow over-rate in such shortened matches.
For the purpose of determining penalties, the following allowances shall be taken into account:
Actual time taken for treatment of an injured player on the field.
Actual time taken for a player leaving the field in the event of serious injury.
Actual time taken to dry a wet ball.
Actual time taken to find or replace a lost ball.
Actual time taken for referrals to third umpire.
Actual time lost due to all other circumstances that are beyond the control of the fielding side.
There shall be no allowances given for:
Wickets fallen
20 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 Should another over rate breach occur in this situation, both the originally Sightscreen changes nominated captain and the player nominated as captain for that match will 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League incur an automatic 1 match suspension and that suspension shall be applied A Commissioner appointed by Cricket Australia will hear and determine all to the next BBL match. appeals against penalties imposed. For the purpose of determining whether the fielding side has fallen short of the target number of overs, umpires may If the innings is terminated before the scheduled or re-scheduled cut-off take into account any factor they consider relevant, including whether time, no over-rate penalty shall apply. If the innings is interrupted, the over inclement weather has adversely affected the ability of the fielding side to rate penalty will apply based on the rescheduled cessation time for that comply with the required over rate. innings. Appeals shall be lodged within 14 days of the completion of the match. The The umpire shall inform the fielding team captain when taking the field for onus shall be on the appellant to prove that the umpires have erred in their the first time and on every subsequent occasion if play is interrupted by the assessment of time allowances. Video evidence where available may be weather, the scheduled cessation time for that innings. Either umpire shall produced by the appellant in support of the appeal. Umpires will be required inform the fielding captain of his over rate position at the conclusion of overs to record all delays and stoppages on the appropriate form. 5, 10, 15 and 18 as a minimum. The matter of allowances given will not be subject to retrospective negotiation. In addition, in all reduced overs Laws 16.6, 16.7 and 16.8 shall not apply. matches, the fielding team will be given one over’s leeway. Laws 16.9, 16.10, and 16.11 shall apply in so far as they are relevant to The over-rate penalties set out in playing condition 16.2 apply only to innings a one innings limited overs type match. of 10 overs or more duration. In innings of less than 10 overs duration, umpires shall strictly apply Law 42.6 dealing with time wasting. This is the LAW 17 - PRACTICE ON THE FIELD only penalty that will be applied for a slow over-rate in such shortened Law 17 shall apply subject to the following: matches. Law 17.1 - Practice on the pitch or the rest of the square For the purpose of determining penalties, the following allowances shall be taken into account: The following shall apply in addition to Law 17.1:
Actual time taken for treatment of an injured player on the field. The use of the square for practice on match day will be restricted to any netted practice area on the square set aside for that purpose. Actual time taken for a player leaving the field in the event of serious injury. Law 17.3 – Practice on the outfield between the call of play and the call of time Actual time taken to dry a wet ball. Law 17.3 shall apply. Actual time taken to find or replace a lost ball. LAW 18 - SCORING RUNS Actual time taken for referrals to third umpire. Law 18 shall apply. Actual time lost due to all other circumstances that are beyond the control of the fielding side. LAW 19 - BOUNDARIES
There shall be no allowances given for: Law 19 shall apply subject to the following: Wickets fallen
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 21 Law 19.1 - The boundary of the field of play
The following shall apply in addition to Law 19.1:
(d) The aim shall be to provide the largest playing area subject to no boundary exceeding 90 yards (82.29 metres) from the centre of the pitch to be used. The home side is responsible for ensuring that the largest possible boundary size is set and the planned boundary dimensions must be
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC submitted to Cricket Australia for approval prior to each match. Cricket Australia, in its absolute discretion, may alter the boundary dimensions at any time prior to the commencement of a match.
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 Cricket Australia from time to time. Where appropriate the rope should be a required minimum distance (3 yards (2.74metres)) inside the perimeter fencing or advertising signs. Should a rope or similar object used to mark the boundary be disturbed during play, umpires, players and ground staff should cooperate to ensure that it is restored to its original position as soon as the ball is dead.
Law 19.3 - Scoring a boundary
The following shall be added to Law 19.3:
If an unauthorised 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 unauthorised person handling the ball. See also Law 19.1(c).
Etihad Stadium Roof
If the ball having been struck by the bat hits any part of the roof structure, retractable or fixed, six runs shall be scored.
LAW 20 - LOST BALL
Law 20 shall apply.
LAW 21 - THE RESULT
22 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 Law 19.1 - The boundary of the field of play Law 21 shall apply subject to the following: 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League The following shall apply in addition to Law 19.1: Law 21.1 - A win - two innings match
(d) The aim shall be to provide the largest playing area subject to no boundary Law 21.1 shall not apply. exceeding 90 yards (82.29 metres) from the centre of the pitch to be used. The home side is responsible for ensuring that the largest possible Law 21.2 - A win - one innings match boundary size is set and the planned boundary dimensions must be submitted to Cricket Australia for approval prior to each match. Cricket Law 21.2 shall include the following: Australia, in its absolute discretion, may alter the boundary dimensions at A result can be achieved only if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for any time prior to the commencement of a match. at least 5 overs, unless one team has been all out in less than 5 overs or unless the Law 19.2 - Defining the boundary - boundary marking team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 5 overs.
The following shall apply in addition to Law 19.2: All matches in which both teams have not had an opportunity of batting for a minimum of 5 overs, shall be declared no result. All boundaries must be designated by a rope or similar object of a minimum standard as authorised by Cricket Australia from time to time. Where appropriate Law 21.3 – Umpires awarding a match the rope should be a required minimum distance (3 yards (2.74metres)) inside the Law 21.3 shall apply. perimeter fencing or advertising signs. Should a rope or similar object used to mark the boundary be disturbed during play, umpires, players and ground staff should Law 21.4 - Matches in which there is an agreement under Law 12.1(b) cooperate to ensure that it is restored to its original position as soon as the ball is dead. Law 21.4 shall not apply.
Law 19.3 - Scoring a boundary Law 21.5 - All other matches - A Tie or Draw
The following shall be added to Law 19.3: Law 21.5(a) - A Tie
If an unauthorised person enters the playing arena and handles the ball, the umpire In matches in which both teams have had the opportunity of batting for the agreed at the bowler’s end shall be the sole judge of whether the boundary allowance number of overs, the team scoring the higher number of runs shall be the winner. If should be scored or the ball be treated as still in play or called Dead ball if a the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie and no account shall be taken of the batsman is liable to be out as a result of the unauthorised person handling the ball. number of wickets which have fallen. In the event of a tied match the teams shall See also Law 19.1(c). compete in a Super Over to determine the winner. Refer to Appendix 7.
Etihad Stadium Roof Law 21.5(b) - A Draw
If the ball having been struck by the bat hits any part of the roof structure, Law 21.5(b) shall not apply. retractable or fixed, six runs shall be scored. Interrupted or Prematurely Terminated Matches-Calculation of the LAW 20 - LOST BALL Target Score
Law 20 shall apply. Interrupted Matches - Calculation of the Target Score
LAW 21 - THE RESULT
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 23 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 5 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 /Stern method. The target set will always be a whole number and one run less will constitute a Tie. (Refer Duckworth/Lewis/Stern Regulations). 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC Prematurely Terminated Matches
If the innings of the side batting second is suspended (with at least 5 overs bowled) and it is not possible for the match to be resumed, the match will be decided by comparison with the Par Score determined at the instant of the suspension by the Duckworth/Lewis/Stern method (Refer Duckworth/Lewis/Stern 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.
Correctness of result
Any query on the result of the match as defined in Laws 21.2, 21.3, 21.4, 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.
Points
The following match points shall apply in addition to Law 21:
Preliminary Matches
RESULT POINTS Win 2 Tie (only if “Super Over” not possible) 1 each No Result 1 each Loss 0
Abandoned match due to inadequate pitch and/or ground preparation (see playing condition 7.2).
24 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 If, due to suspension of play after the start of the match, the number of overs in the Qualifying for the Semi Finals and Final innings of either team has to be revised to a lesser number than originally allotted 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League (minimum of 5 overs), then a revised target score (to win) should be set for the The teams which finish first, second, third and fourth on the points table at the number of overs which the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. completion of all preliminary matches shall qualify for the semi-final matches. The teams which finish first and fourth shall play in one semi-final and the teams which This revised target is to be calculated using the current Duckworth/ Lewis /Stern finish second and third shall play in the other. The winners of these semi-finals shall method. The target set will always be a whole number and one run less will play in the final. constitute a Tie. (Refer Duckworth/Lewis/Stern Regulations). In circumstances where a result is not possible in a semi-final then the team which Prematurely Terminated Matches finished higher on the points table at the completion of all preliminary matches shall qualify for the Final. If the innings of the side batting second is suspended (with at least 5 overs bowled) and it is not possible for the match to be resumed, the match will be decided by In the event of teams finishing on equal points, the right to play in a semi-final comparison with the Par Score determined at the instant of the suspension by the match will be determined as follows: Duckworth/Lewis/Stern method (Refer Duckworth/Lewis/Stern Regulations). If the score is equal to the par score, the match is a Tie. Otherwise the result is a victory, The team with the most number of wins and Ties or defeat, by the margin of runs by which the score exceeds, or falls short of, the Par Score. If still equal, the team with the highest Net Run Rate. In a match declared as no result, run rate is not applicable. Correctness of result Champion Team Any query on the result of the match as defined in Laws 21.2, 21.3, 21.4, 21.8 and 21.10 (as modified by these regulations) shall be resolved as soon as possible and The winner of the Final shall be declared the Champion Team. In the event of the a final decision made by the umpires at close of play. result of the Final being a:
Points Tie (with no Super Over possible), or
The following match points shall apply in addition to Law 21: No Result, or
Preliminary Matches Abandoned Match,
RESULT POINTS the team that finished higher on the Points Table will be declared the Champion. Win 2 Tie (only if “Super Over” not possible) 1 each Venue No Result 1 each Loss 0 Each Semi Final shall be played at the venue of the participating team that finished higher on the points table at the conclusion of all preliminary matches (i.e. at the venues of the first and second placed teams). Abandoned match due to inadequate pitch and/or ground preparation (see playing condition 7.2). The Final shall be played at the venue of the participating team that finished higher on the points table at the conclusion of all preliminary matches, or as otherwise determined by Cricket Australia.
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 25 Should any venue be unavailable or unsuitable to host a Semi Final or Final, then the venue for that match shall be determined by Cricket Australia.
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
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC 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/Stern having been applied at an earlier point in the match, Team 1 will be credited 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.
LAW 22 - THE OVER
Law 22 shall apply subject to the following:
Law 22.5 - Umpire miscounting
The following shall apply in addition to Law 22.5:
(c) Whenever possible the third umpire shall liaise with the scorers and if possible inform the on-field umpires if the over has been miscounted.
LAW 23 - DEAD BALL
Law 23 shall apply subject to the following:
Law 23.4 – Umpire calling and signalling Dead Ball
The following shall apply in addition to Law 23.4:
(c) In a match where cameras are being used on or over the field of play, either umpire shall call and signal Dead ball, should a ball that has been hit by the batsman make contact, while still in play, with the camera, it’s apparatus or its cable. The ball shall not count as one of the over and no
26 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 Should any venue be unavailable or unsuitable to host a Semi Final or Final, then runs shall be scored. If, however, the delivery had already been called a the venue for that match shall be determined by Cricket Australia. No ball, then the No ball shall count and the No ball penalty applied, 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League including if appropriate a free hit from the next delivery. No other runs Net Run Rate (including penalty runs) apart from the No ball penalty shall be scored. For the sake of clarity no warnings, penalties, or other actions by the players A team’s net run rate is calculated by deducting from the average runs per over will be taken into account for the purpose of this playing condition other scored by that team throughout the competition, the average runs per over scored than the No ball infringement. 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 (d) Should a ball thrown by a fielder make contact with a camera on or over the full quota of overs to which it would have been entitled and not on the number of the field of play, its apparatus or its cable, either umpire shall call and overs in which the team was dismissed. 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 Only those matches where results are achieved will count for the purpose of net run run in progress if the batsmen have already crossed. 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 LAW 24 - NO BALL Par Score on abandonment off the same number of overs faced by Team 2. Where a match is concluded but with Duckworth/Lewis/Stern having been applied at an Law 24 shall apply subject to the following: earlier point in the match, Team 1 will be credited with 1 run less than the final Target Score for Team 2 off the total number of overs allocated to Team 2 to reach Law 24.1 - Mode of delivery the target. Law 24.1(b) shall be replaced by the following: LAW 22 - THE OVER The bowler may not deliver the ball underarm. If a bowler bowls a ball underarm Law 22 shall apply subject to the following: either umpire shall call and signal No ball, and the ball is to be re-bowled over arm.
Law 22.5 - Umpire miscounting Free Hit after a No ball
The following shall apply in addition to Law 22.5: The delivery following a No ball shall be a free hit for whichever batsman is facing it. If the delivery for the free hit is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No ball or a (c) Whenever possible the third umpire shall liaise with the scorers and if Wide ball), then the next delivery will become a free hit for whichever batsman is possible inform the on-field umpires if the over has been miscounted. facing it.
LAW 23 - DEAD BALL 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. Law 23 shall apply subject to the following: The bowler’s end umpire will signal a free hit by (after the normal No Ball signal) Law 23.4 – Umpire calling and signalling Dead Ball extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion.
The following shall apply in addition to Law 23.4: Field changes are not permitted for free hit deliveries unless:
(c) In a match where cameras are being used on or over the field of play, There is a change of striker (the provisions of clause 41.1 shall apply), or either umpire shall call and signal Dead ball, should a ball that has been hit by the batsman make contact, while still in play, with the camera, it’s The No ball was the result of a fielding restriction breach, in which case the field apparatus or its cable. The ball shall not count as one of the over and no may be changed only to the extent of correcting the breach.
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 27 25. LAW 25 - WIDE BALL
Law 25 shall apply subject to the following:
Law 25.1 - Judging a Wide
The following shall apply in addition to Law 25.1 shall include the following:
Umpires are instructed to apply very strict and consistent interpretation in 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC regard to this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket.
Any delivery which in the opinion of the umpire does not give the striker a reasonable opportunity to score shall be called a wide.
A delivery passing the striker on the leg side on a line 1ft (30.48cm) from the middle stump without any contact with the striker’s bat or person shall be a Wide unless the ball passes between the striker and the stumps. Lines shall be drawn from the popping crease to the bowling crease, parallel with the return crease, measured 1 ft (30.48 cm) from the middle stump on both sides of the wicket.
A delivery passing the striker on the off side more than 29.52 inches (75 cm) wide of the off stump shall be called a Wide. Lines shall be drawn from the popping crease to the bowling crease, parallel with the return crease, measured 17 inches (43.18 cm) from the return crease on both sides of the wicket.
See Appendix 4.
Law 26 shall apply.
LAW 27 - APPEALS
Law 27 shall apply.
LAW 28 - THE WICKET IS DOWN
The following shall apply in addition to Law 28:
For the purposes of Law 28.1, when ‘LED’ stumps and bails are in use, the bails will be deemed to have been dislodged when the lights on the stumps and/or bails illuminate provided that one or both of the bails remain dislodged.
28 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 25. LAW 25 - WIDE BALL LAW 29 - BATSMAN OUT OF HIS GROUND 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League Law 25 shall apply subject to the following: Law 29 shall apply.
Law 25.1 - Judging a Wide LAW 30 - BOWLED
The following shall apply in addition to Law 25.1 shall include the following: Law 30 shall apply.
Umpires are instructed to apply very strict and consistent interpretation in LAW 31 - TIMED OUT regard to this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket. Law 31 will apply except that the incoming batsman must be in position to take Any delivery which in the opinion of the umpire does not give the striker a guard or for his partner to be ready to receive the next ball within 60 seconds of the reasonable opportunity to score shall be called a wide. fall of the previous wicket. The incoming batsman is expected to be ready to make his way to the wicket immediately when a wicket falls, and is expected to jog to the A delivery passing the striker on the leg side on a line 1ft (30.48cm) from the wicket. middle stump without any contact with the striker’s bat or person shall be a Wide unless the ball passes between the striker and the stumps. Lines shall LAW 32 - CAUGHT be drawn from the popping crease to the bowling crease, parallel with the return crease, measured 1 ft (30.48 cm) from the middle stump on both Law 32 shall apply. sides of the wicket. LAW 33 - HANDLED THE BALL A delivery passing the striker on the off side more than 29.52 inches (75 cm) wide of the off stump shall be called a Wide. Lines shall be drawn from the Law 33 shall apply. popping crease to the bowling crease, parallel with the return crease, LAW 34 - HIT THE BALL TWICE measured 17 inches (43.18 cm) from the return crease on both sides of the wicket. Law 34 shall apply.
See Appendix 4. LAW 35 - HIT WICKET
LAW 26 - BYE AND LEG BYE Law 35 shall apply.
Law 26 shall apply. LAW 36 - LEG BEFORE WICKET
LAW 27 - APPEALS Law 36 shall apply.
Law 27 shall apply. LAW 37 - OBSTRUCTING THE FIELD
LAW 28 - THE WICKET IS DOWN Law 37 shall apply. For the avoidance of doubt if a batsman, in running between the wickets, has significantly changed his direction without probable cause and thereby The following shall apply in addition to Law 28: obstructed a fielder’s attempt to affect a run out, the batsman should, on appeal, be For the purposes of Law 28.1, when ‘LED’ stumps and bails are in use, the bails will given out, obstructing the field. It shall not be relevant whether a run out would have be deemed to have been dislodged when the lights on the stumps and/or bails occurred or not. If the change of direction involves the batsman crossing the pitch, illuminate provided that one or both of the bails remain dislodged. Law 42.14 shall also apply.
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 29 LAW 38 - RUN OUT
Law 38 shall apply.
LAW 39 - STUMPED
Law 39 shall apply.
LAW 40 - THE WICKET-KEEPER 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC
Law 40 shall apply.
LAW 41 - THE FIELDER
Law 41 shall apply subject to the following:
Restrictions on the placement of fieldsmen
41.1.1 At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than 5 fieldsmen on the leg side.
41.1.2 In addition to the restriction contained in playing condition 41.1.1 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 are set out in the following paragraphs.
(a) Subject to playing condition 41.1.3 below these additional fielding restrictions shall apply to the first 6 overs of each innings (Fielding Restriction 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. The fielding restriction areas should be marked by continuous painted white lines or ‘dots’ at5 yard (4.57 metres) intervals, each ‘dot’ to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring 7 inches (17.78cm) in diameter.
(c) During the Fielding Restriction Overs only 2 fieldsmen shall be permitted outside this fielding restriction area at the instant of delivery.
(d) During the non-Fielding Restriction Overs, no more than 5 fieldsmen shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area.
30 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 LAW 38 - RUN OUT 41.1.3 In circumstances when the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the number of Fielding Restriction Overs shall be reduced in accordance 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League Law 38 shall apply. 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. LAW 39 - STUMPED No. of overs for which fielding Law 39 shall apply. restrictions in clauses 41.1.2(a) and Total overs in innings 41.1.2(c) above will apply LAW 40 - THE WICKET-KEEPER 5-6 1 Law 40 shall apply. 7-9 2 10-13 3 LAW 41 - THE FIELDER 14-16 4 17-19 5 Law 41 shall apply subject to the following:
Restrictions on the placement of fieldsmen 41.1.4 Where, in an interrupted innings, on resumption the recalculated number of Fielding Restriction Overs (as set out above) is no longer achievable, 41.1.1 At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than 5 fieldsmen on the the actual number of Fielding Restriction Overs for that innings will be the leg side. closest achievable whole number.
41.1.2 In addition to the restriction contained in playing condition 41.1.1 above, 41.1.5 If an innings is interrupted during an over and if on the resumption of play, further fielding restrictions shall apply to certain overs in each innings. The due to the reduced number of overs of the batting team, the required nature of such fielding restrictions and the overs during which they shall number of Fielding Restriction Overs have already been bowled, the apply are set out in the following paragraphs. remaining deliveries in the over to be completed shall not be subject to the fielding restrictions. (a) Subject to playing condition 41.1.3 below these additional fielding restrictions shall apply to the first 6 overs of each innings (Fielding 41.1.6 In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, Restriction Overs). either umpire shall call and signal No ball.
(b) Two semi-circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi-circles shall LAW 42 - FAIR AND UNFAIR PLAY 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- Law 42 shall apply subject to the following: circles shall be linked by two parallel straight lines drawn on the field. The fielding restriction areas should be marked by continuous painted white Law 42.3 - The match ball - changing its condition lines or ‘dots’ at5 yard (4.57 metres) intervals, each ‘dot’ to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring 7 inches (17.78cm) Law 42.3 (d) and (e) shall be replaced with the following: in diameter. If the umpires together agree that the deterioration in the condition of the ball (c) During the Fielding Restriction Overs only 2 fieldsmen shall be permitted is greater than is consistent with the use it has received, they shall consider outside this fielding restriction area at the instant of delivery. that there has been a contravention of this Law. They shall then decide together whether they can identify the player(s) responsible for such (d) During the non-Fielding Restriction Overs, no more than 5 fieldsmen shall conduct. be permitted outside the fielding restriction area.
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 31 If it is possible to identify the player(s) responsible:
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: 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC Award 5 penalty runs to the batting side;
Inform the captain of the fielding side of the reason for the action taken;
Inform the captain of the batting side as soon as practicable of what has occurred; and
Together with the other umpire report the incident to the Match Referee who shall take action as is appropriate against the player(s) responsible.
If it is not possible to identify the player(s) responsible:
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.
The bowler’s end umpire shall issue the captain with a first and final warning, and
Advise him that should there be any further incident by that team during the remainder of the match, steps (d)(i) to (v) above will be adopted, with the captain deemed under (d)(v) to be the player responsible should the umpires be unable to identify other player(s) responsible.
Law 42.6 - Dangerous and Unfair Bowling
Law 42.6(a) shall be replaced by the following:
A bowler shall be limited to one fast short pitched delivery per over.
32 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 If it is possible to identify the player(s) responsible: A fast short-pitched delivery is defined as a ball, which after pitching, passes or would have passed above the shoulder height of the striker 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League Change the ball forthwith. The batsman at the wicket shall choose the standing upright at the popping crease. 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 The umpire at the bowlers end shall advise the bowler and the use prior to the contravention. batsman on strike when each fast short pitched delivery has been bowled. Additionally the bowler’s end umpire shall: In addition, for the purpose of this regulation and subject to playing Award 5 penalty runs to the batting side; condition 42.2(a)(vi) below, a ball that passes clearly above head height of the batsman, that prevents him from being able to hit it with Inform the captain of the fielding side of the reason for the action his bat by means of a normal cricket stroke shall be called a Wide. taken; For the avoidance of doubt any fast short pitched delivery that is Inform the captain of the batting side as soon as practicable of what called a Wide under this playing condition shall also count as the has occurred; and allowable short pitched delivery in that over.
Together with the other umpire report the incident to the Match In the event of a bowler bowling more than one fast short-pitched Referee who shall take action as is appropriate against the player(s) delivery in an over as defined in playing condition 42.2(a)(ii) above, responsible. 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 If it is not possible to identify the player(s) responsible: pitched delivery. The umpire shall call and signal No ball and then tap Change the ball forthwith. The umpires shall choose the replacement the head with the other hand. ball for one of similar wear and of the same brand as the ball in use If a bowler delivers a second fast short pitched ball in an over, the prior to the contravention. umpire, after the call of No ball and when the ball is dead, shall The bowler’s end umpire shall issue the captain with a first and final caution the bowler, inform the other umpire, the captain of the fielding warning, and side and the batsmen at the wicket of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings. Advise him that should there be any further incident by that team during the remainder of the match, steps (d)(i) to (v) above will be If there is a second instance of the bowler being no balled in the adopted, with the captain deemed under (d)(v) to be the player innings for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an responsible should the umpires be unable to identify other player(s) over, the umpire shall repeat the procedure in (f) and (g) above and responsible. advise the bowler that this is his final warning for the innings. Should there be any further instance by the same bowler in that Law 42.6 - Dangerous and Unfair Bowling innings, the umpire shall call and signal No ball and when the ball is Law 42.6(a) shall be replaced by the following: dead direct the captain to take the bowler off forth with. If necessary, the over shall be completed by another bowler, who shall neither A bowler shall be limited to one fast short pitched delivery per over. have bowled the previous over, or part thereof, nor be allowed to bowl the next over, or part thereof.
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 33 The bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings.
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.
The umpires will then report the matter to the Match Referee who
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC 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 Captains.
The above is not a substitute for clause 42.3 below which umpires are able to apply at any time.
Law 42.6(b) shall be replaced by the following:
Any delivery which passes or would have passed on the full above waist height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease shall be a No ball.
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 dangerous and unfair if, in the opinion of the bowlers end umpire, it is likely to inflict physical injury on the striker.
In the event of a bowler bowling a high full pitched ball as defined in playing condition 42.2(b)(ii) (i.e. a beamer), the umpire at the bowler’s end shall, in the first instance, call and signal No ball and 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.
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.
The bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings.
34 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 The bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again in that The umpire will report the occurrence to the other umpire, the innings. batsman at the wicket and as soon as possible to the captain of the 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League batting side. 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 The umpires will then report the matter to the Match Referee who batting side. shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned. Refer also to Law 42.1 –Fair and The umpires will then report the matter to the Match Referee who Unfair Play - Responsibility of Captains. shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned. Refer also to Law 42.1 -Fair and Law 42.7 - Dangerous and Unfair Bowling - Action by the umpire Unfair Play - Responsibility of Captains. Law 42.7 shall be replaced by the following: The above is not a substitute for clause 42.3 below which umpires are able to apply at any time. Regardless of any action taken by the umpire as a result of a breach of playing conditions 42.2(a)-(b) or 42.4 the following shall apply at any time Law 42.6(b) shall be replaced by the following: during the match:
Any delivery which passes or would have passed on the full above The bowling of fast short pitched balls is unfair if in the opinion of the umpire waist height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease shall at the bowler’s end he considers that by their repetition and taking into be a No ball. account their length, height and direction, they are likely to inflict physical injury on the striker, irrespective of the protective clothing and equipment he Any delivery which passes or would have passed on the full above may be wearing. The relative skill of the striker shall also be taken into waist height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease is consideration. deemed dangerous and unfair if, in the opinion of the bowlers end umpire, it is likely to inflict physical injury on the striker. In the event of such unfair bowling, the umpire at the bowler’s end shall adopt the following procedure: In the event of a bowler bowling a high full pitched ball as defined in playing condition 42.2(b)(ii) (i.e. a beamer), the umpire at the bowler’s In the first instance the umpire shall call and signal No ball, caution end shall, in the first instance, call and signal No ball and when the the bowler and inform the other umpire, the captain of the fielding ball is dead, caution the bowler and issue a first and final warning. side and the batsmen of what has occurred. The umpire shall inform the other umpire, the captain of the fielding side and the batsmen at the wicket of what has occurred. If this caution is ineffective, he shall repeat the above procedure and indicate to the bowler that this is a final warning. 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 Both the above caution and final warning shall continue to apply even dead direct the captain to take the bowler off forthwith. If necessary, though the bowler may later change ends. the over shall be completed by another bowler, who shall neither have bowled the previous over, or part thereof, nor be allowed to Should there be any further instance by the same bowler in that bowl the next over, or part thereof. innings, the umpire shall call and signal No ball and when the ball is dead direct the captain to take the bowler off forth with. If necessary, The bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again in that the over shall be completed by another bowler, who shall neither innings. have bowled the previous over, or part thereof, nor be allowed to
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 35 bowl the next over, or part thereof. See Law 22.8 (Bowler Incapacitated or Suspended during an Over).
The bowler thus taken off shall not be able to bowl again in that innings.
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
07. KFC T20 Big Bash League 07. KFC batting side.
The umpires will then report the matter to the Match Referee who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned. Refer also to Law42.1 (Fair and Unfair Play - Responsibility of Captains).
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 dangerous and unfair as defined in playing condition 42.2(b)(ii) was deliberately bowled, then the first and final warning process shall be dispensed with.
The umpire at the bowler’s end shall:
Call and signal No ball.
When the ball is dead, direct the captain to take the bowler off forthwith.
Not allow the bowler to bowl again in that innings.
Ensure that the over is completed by another bowler, provided that the bowler does not bowl two overs or part thereof consecutively.
Report the occurrence to the other umpire, to the captain of the batting side and the 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 Captains).
Action by the umpires for dangerous and unfair Bowling
Cumulative cautions and warnings will not apply and each different form of dangerous and unfair bowling will be treated separately in the caution and warning process as defined in playing conditions 42.1 to 42.4.
36 Playing Handbook | 2015-16 bowl the next over, or part thereof. See Law 22.8 (Bowler Law 42.9 - Time Wasting by the Fielding Side Incapacitated or Suspended during an Over). 07. KFC T20 Big Bash League Law 42.9(c) shall be replaced by the following: The bowler thus taken off shall not be able to bowl again in that innings. If there is any further waste of time in that innings by any member of the fielding side the umpire shall: 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 Call and signal Dead ball if necessary, and; batting side. Award 5 penalty runs to the batting side (see Law 42.17). The umpires will then report the matter to the Match Referee who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the Inform the other umpire, the batsmen at the wicket and as soon as captain and the bowler concerned. Refer also to Law42.1 (Fair and possible the captain of the batting side of what has occurred. Unfair Play - Responsibility of Captains). Report the occurrence to the Match Referee who shall take such Law 42.8 - Deliberate bowling of High Full Pitched Balls action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the team concerned under the Cricket Australia Code of Behaviour. Law 42.8 shall be replaced by the following: Batsmen If the umpire considers that a high full pitch delivery which is deemed dangerous and unfair as defined in playing condition 42.2(b)(ii) was deliberately bowled, then A batsman may call for a helmet to be brought out to him at any time. He must then the first and final warning process shall be dispensed with. wear or carry it personally all the time while play is in progress, or can have it taken off the field at the fall of a wicket, at the end of an over, or at any drinks interval. In The umpire at the bowler’s end shall: all cases, no actions involving helmets are to waste playing time.
Call and signal No ball. Umpires are not to hold helmets.
When the ball is dead, direct the captain to take the bowler off forthwith. A batsman may only change other items of protective equipment provided that there is no waste of playing time. Not allow the bowler to bowl again in that innings. Use of Electronic Communications Equipment Ensure that the over is completed by another bowler, provided that the bowler does not bowl two overs or part thereof consecutively. Other than the approved ‘miking-up’ of players by the host broadcaster, the use of electronic communication devices and equipment of any kind to communicate with Report the occurrence to the other umpire, to the captain of the batting side players on the field of play shall not be permitted. and the Match Referee who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned. Refer also to Law Law 42.15 - Bowler attempting to run out non-striker before delivery 42.1 (Fair and Unfair Play – Responsibility of Captains). Law 42.15 shall be replaced by the following: Action by the umpires for dangerous and unfair Bowling The bowler is permitted, up to the completion of his delivery stride, to attempt to run Cumulative cautions and warnings will not apply and each different form of out the non-striker. Whether the attempt is successful or not, the ball shall not count dangerous and unfair bowling will be treated separately in the caution and warning as one of the over. If the bowler fails in an attempt to run out the not-striker, the process as defined in playing conditions 42.1 to 42.4. umpire shall call and signal Dead ball as soon as possible.
Playing Handbook | 2015-16 37 NOTE: The delivery stride starts when the bowlers back foot lands for that stride and ends when the front foot lands in the same stride.
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