*Mazyad Cricket League 5 (MCL 5)
*Awards* :
* Man of the Match (MOM) for all league matches, semifinals, and final
* Winner’s Trophy (Captain)
* Runner-up Trophy (Captain)
* Best Batsman (Yellow Cap)
* Best Bowler
* Best Fielding
* Man of the Series (MVP)
*General Rules for Player Selection*
1. A total of 24 players will be confirmed to play each week.
2. Captains will select 12 players for their respective teams.
3. Player confirmations will be collected every Thursday morning.
4. Individual confirmations are required—proxy confirmations are not allowed.
5. In case of more than 24 confirmations, a first-come, first-serve basis will apply.
6. Players must be present for at least 2 hours—partial play is not allowed.
*Captain’s Responsibilities and Match Rules*
1. Each team must have a slip fielder.
2. A minimum of 9 bowlers must be utilised.
3. Power Play:
* 6 overs, with 3 players outside the 30-yard circle.
* For the remaining overs, 4 players must remain inside the 30-yard circle.
4. Not Applicable: LBW, Leg Bye, Free Hit.
5. Other Rules: Standard ICC T20 rules apply.
6. Points Table:
* 2 points per win.
* Net Run Rate (NRR) will determine standings.
* In case of identical NRRs, the Board will set further criteria.
7. Batsmen Retirement: Batsmen may retire and return to bat only after the fall of the last wicket.
8. Equal Opportunities: Captains must ensure all players get a chance to bat and bowl.
9. Umpire’s Decision: Final and binding. Only captains may consult the umpire in case of disputes.
*League Match Rules (Excluding Semifinals & Final)*
1. Bowler Limit: A maximum of 2 overs per bowler.
2. By-Runners: Not permitted for batsmen.
3. Iron Frame Wicket:
* With bails:tersls must be dislodged.
* Without bails: The structure (stump, spring, peg, etc.) is considered the wicket.
*Match Timings*
1. Matches start at 6:15 AM and end by 9:15 AM.
2. A 10-minute buffer for injuries or players leaving the field is allowed.
3. Delays will be deducted from the total match time and calculated for both innings.
4. If an inning exceeds 80 minutes, 5 fielders must stay inside the 30-yard circle.
5. At least 15 players must be present to start the match at 6:15 AM.
6. Times to retrieve the ball from the boundary will not count toward the innings total.
