VTV CRICKET TOURNAMENT 2025 GUIDELINES

1. Match  Format

    Overs per Side: 12 overs.

     Bowling Restrictions: Maximum 3 overs per bowler.

    Power Plays:

     Batting  Power Play: 3 overs at the start of each innings, with only 2 fielders allowed outside the 30-yard circle.

     Bowling Power Play: 2 overs after the 8th over, with a maximum of 3 fielders outside the 30-yard circle. The bowling team will decide when to implement this power play.

    Ball: A new tennis ball will be used for each innings.

2. Runs Scoring

    Runs can be scored for Bye, Leg Bye, Wide Ball, No Ball, and Overthrow.

    No Balls: Will result in a Free Hit, where only run-outs can result in a dismissal.

3. LBW Rule

  Not Applicable: No batsman will be adjudged out for LBW (Leg Before Wicket).

4. Throw Bowling Prohibition

  Strict Prohibition: Throw bowling exceeding 15 degrees is prohibited.

  If reported, both umpires will review the situation. If confirmed, the bowler will be stopped from bowling further but may continue as a fielder or batsman.

5. Tied Matches

  In the event of a tie, a Super Over will be used to decide the winner.

6. Points Calculation

  Points for team qualification will be tracked and calculated using the CricHeroes app.

7. Running Between Wickets

  No Designated Runners: Batsmen must run between the wickets themselves.

8. Wides and No Balls

  These will result in extra runs and the delivery must be re-bowled.

9. Throw Bowling Penalty

  If a bowler is identified for throw bowling, they will be disqualified from bowling in the tournament, but can continue as a fielder or batsman.

  The umpire’s decision is final and binding.

10. Attendance and Attire

  Arrival: Team members must arrive at the venue by 8:15 AM for the first match.

  Attire: Players must wear proper sports attire, including track pants,  sports shoes, and the company-provided T-shirt (mandatory).

11. Respect and Sportsmanship

  Players must maintain high standards of respect and sportsmanship towards umpires and opposing teams.

  Misconduct or arguments against the umpire’s decisions may lead to penalties, including team disqualification.

12. Cleanliness and Waste Disposal

  Teams are responsible for maintaining cleanliness  at the venue and must dispose of waste (e.g., plastic glasses, wrappers) in the designated dustbins.

13. Changing Players Without Informing Umpires

  Penalty  for Unauthorized Player Change:  If a team changes a player during the match without informing the umpire:

       The team will incur a penalty of 15 runs.

       The new player will not be allowed to participate in the match unless the change is formally communicated to the umpire and the opposing team.

14. Final Authority

  The umpire’s decisions are final in all matters. Teams disputing these decisions may face penalties, including disqualification.