? Match Rules ?  

1. Match Format  

- 7 overs per inning  

- 8 players per side  

2. Over per Bowler Limit  

- Each bowler can bowl a maximum of 1 over  

- 1 over by a girl is mandatory  

3. Wide Ball Rules  

- As per normal cricket rules  

- 1 run extra for a wide ball  

4. No Ball Rules (1 Run Extra & Next Ball Free Hit)  

The following will be considered a No Ball:  

- If the ball is pitched before the marked line or outside the pitching area  

- Full toss above the waist  

- Over-speed delivery (as per the umpire’s decision)  

- Ball bouncing twice before the crease  

- Foot movement while bowling (for male bowlers only)  

5. Boundaries  

- Fours: If the ball reaches the boundary line with one or more bounces (including the side net)  

- Sixes:  

  - If the ball reaches the boundary without bouncing  

  - If the ball touches the upper net and crosses the boundary  

6. Catching Rules  

- If a fielder catches the ball after touching the upper net, it is a valid catch  

- If the ball touches the side net and a player catches it, the batsman is NOT out  

7. Batting Order  

- A female batter must be in the first three positions (1, 2, or 3)  

- The opening pair must be different in every group match (Females can repeat, but males must change)  

8. Match Tie Rules  

- Super Over will be played in case of a tie  

- If still tied, multiple Super Overs will be played until a winner is decided  

9. Fielding Rules  

- Maximum 3 players allowed on the boundary line  

10. Other Important Rules  

- Self-out (Hit-wicket) is NOT considered out – The ball will be declared Deadball  

- If a team has less than 8 players at match time, they must play with available players  

- The umpire’s decision is final