YSECIT Cricket Tournament – Rules & Regulations (Men’s Cricket)

General Guidelines:

Matches will be played using a RED Guru Tennis Ball.
A team must have at least 7 players present to begin a match. Late arrivals (within 5 overs) may join, but only the initial 7 can bat if the rest are delayed.
Delay penalties: • Up to 30 min late – 1 over reduced per side • Up to 45 min late – 2 overs reduced per side
Umpire decisions are final. Captains must uphold game spirit.
Players can participate in only one team.
New ball each innings. • Lost/broken ball before 2 overs – new ball issued • After 2 overs – used ball provided
All matches, including the final, will be 10 overs per side.

Powerplay Rules:

First 3 overs are mandatory powerplay. Only 3 fielders allowed outside the 30-yard circle.
Non-powerplay: Minimum 4 fielders must remain inside the circle, else it’s a No-ball.
1-over Batting Powerplay between overs 4–8. If not taken, over 8 becomes default.

Impact Players:

Match Timing:

Team & Reporting:

Teams may include a new player (not in original 13) with organizer consent.
Short teams may merge to field 11 players.
Report 15 mins before match time; toss held 15 mins prior.
Prolonged arguments may result in walkover.
Ties: • League: 1 point each • Knockout: Super Over • If Super Over tied: 1. Most 6s 2. Most 4s 3. Fewer wickets lost
NRR determines rankings in tied league points.

Super Over Rules:

Weather:

Batting Rules:

Leg byes & overthrows allowed.
All No-balls = free hit next delivery.
Runners allowed only if injured during play (umpire & opponent captain must agree).
Only initial XI can bat.
Obstruction during run = OUT if deliberate.

Bowling Rules:

Pitch Length:

Fielding & Mankading: