Match Playing Conditions

Standard One-Day International Super-Cricket Match Playing Conditions

Playing Conditions

Except as varied hereunder the Rules of Super-Cricket (2005 Code 1st Edition - 2005) shall apply.

1 Rules 1 - The Players

1.1 Rules 1.2 - Nomination of Players

Each captain shall nominate his players in writing to the ISCC Match Referee before the toss. No player may be changed after the nomination without the consent of the opposing captain.

1.2 Rules 1.3 - Captain

The following shall apply to Rules 1.3 (a):

The deputy must be one of the nominated players.

2 Rules 2 - Substitutes and Runners

2.1 Rules 2.5 - Fielder absent or leaving the field

Rules 2.5 shall apply 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, and he shall not thereafter come on to the field during a session of play without the consent of the umpire.(See Rules 2.6 ). The umpire shall give such consent as soon as practicable. If the player is absent from the field for longer than 10 minutes:

2.1.1 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.

2.1.2 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 restriction in Clauses 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 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.

3 Rules 3 - The Umpires

3.1 Rules 3.1 - Appointment and attendance

Rules 3.1 shall apply by the following:

The following rules for the selection and appointment of ODISC umpires shall be followed as far as it is practicable to do so:

3.1.1 ISCC shall establish an ' Expert Panel' of umpires who shall be contracted to the ISCC.

3.1.2 Each Member country shall nominate from its panel of first class umpires two umpires to an 'International Panel' and one umpire to a 'TV Panel'. (A third umpire may be nominated to the 'International Panel' with the written consent of the ISCC).

3.1.3 ISCC will appoint one umpire to stand in each ODISC. Such umpires shall not be from the same country as the participating teams and shall be selected from the 'Elite Panel' or the 'International Panel'.

3.1.4 The National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) shall appoint one umpire to stand in each ODISC. Such umpire shall be selected from its umpires on the 'International Panel'.

3.1.5 As long as possible before each ODISC Match, ISCC will advise the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) of the name of its appointee and the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) will advise the Manager of the touring team of both umpires' names.

3.1.6 The National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) shall appoint a third umpire for each ODISC who shall act as the emergency umpire and officiate in regard to TV replays. Such appointment must be made from the 'International Panel' or the 'TV Panel'.

3.1.7 The National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) shall also appoint a fourth umpire for each ODISC from its panel of first class umpires. The fourth umpire shall act as the emergency third umpire.

3.1.8 Neither team will have a right of objection to an umpire's appointment.

3.1.9 The umpires shall be present at the ground at least two hours before the scheduled start of play.

3.2 Third Umpires / TV Replays

The following shall apply to Clause 3.1:

3.2.1 General

a Save with the express written consent of the Chairman of the ISCC and subject to Clause 3.2.1 (e) hereunder, the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) shall ensure the live television broadcast of all One Day International Super-Cricket matches played in its country.

b Where matches are broadcast the camera specifications set out in Appendix 3 shall be mandatory as a minimum requirement.

c Where matches are not broadcast the camera specifications set out in Appendix 4 shall be mandatory as a minimum requirement.

d The National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) will ensure a separate room is provided for the third umpire and that he has access to a television monitor and direct sound link with the television control unit director to facilitate as many replays as is necessary to assist him in making a decision.

e The provisions of Clauses (a), (b), (c) and (d) above shall apply for bi-lateral series between a Member country and Associate Member.

f In the circumstances detailed in Clauses 3.2.2, 3.2.3, 3.2.4 and 3.2.5 below, the on-field umpire has the discretion whether or not to refer the appeal to the third umpire for a decision and should take a common sense approach. Players may not appeal to the umpire to use the replay system - breach of this provision would constitute dissent and the player could be liable for discipline under the ISCC Code of Conduct.

g The third umpire shall call for as many replays from any camera angle as is necessary to reach a decision. As a guide, a decision should be made within 30 seconds whenever possible, but the third umpire shall have a discretion to take more time in order to finalise a decision.

3.2.2 Run Out, Stumping and Hit Wicket Decisions a The on-field umpire shall be entitled to refer an appeal for a runout, stumping or hit-wicket to the third umpire.

b An on-field umpire wishing to refer a decision to the third umpire shall signal to the third umpire by making the shape of a TV screen with his hands.

c If the third umpire decides the batsman is out a red light is displayed; a green light means not-out. Should the third umpire be temporarily unable to respond, a white light (where available) will remain illuminated throughout the period of interruption to signify to the on-field umpires that the TV replay system is temporarily unavailable, in which case the decision will be taken by the on-field umpire.( Where available and as an alternative to the red/green light system, the big replay screen may be used for the purpose of conveying the third umpire's decision).

d When reviewing the TV replay(s), if the third umpire finds the batsman has been bowled rather than hit wicket or stumped, he shall indicate that the batsman was dismissed.

e. Playing on NPZ - no playing zone area, the playing is disallowed in NPZ - no playing zone area for batsmen, if any batsmen played stroke in NPZ four times, batsmen will be awarded Out. If fielding side appeal with NPZ with umpire for NPZ, and umpire call third umpire for right decision, the following provisions shall also adopt (1) if batsmen played ball by bat in NPZ area four times shall Out.

(2) if batsmen played stroke and return in NPZ area without contact with the bat of the batsmen shall not be counted NPZ.

(3) if batsmen played stroke and return in NPZ area make contact suddenly or intentionally with a fielder, bowlers in NPZ area shall not be counted NPZ.

(4) if batsmen tried to play ball but ball no contact with bat and return into NPZ area, contact with pad and other part of body so it shall not be counted NPZ.

(5) both on-field umpires be unable to make a decision, the bowler's end umpire shall be entitled to refer the decision to the third umpire to review a TV replay(s) of the batsman's stroke played in NPZ area.

3.2.3 Caught Decisions

The on-field umpire shall be entitled to refer an appeal for a caught decision to the third umpire in the following circumstances:

3.2.3.1 Clean catches

a Should the bowler's end umpire be unable to decide whether or not a catch was taken cleanly, he shall first consult with the square leg umpire.

b Should both umpires be unable to make a decision, a not out decision shall be given by the bowler's end umpire. Only if the line of vision of both umpires is obscured shall the bowler's end umpire be entitled to refer the decision to the third umpire as in Clause 3.2.2 (b).

c The third umpire has to determine whether the batsman has been caught. However, when reviewing the television replay(s), if it is clear to the third umpire that the batsman did not hit the ball, he shall indicate that the batsman is not out.

d The third umpire shall communicate his decision by the system as in Clause 3.2.2 (c).

3.2.3.2 Bump Ball

a Should the bowler's end umpire be unable to decide whether a catch was taken from a bump ball or not, he shall first consult with the square leg umpire.

b Should both on-field umpires be unable to make a decision, the bowler's end umpire shall be entitled to refer the decision to the third umpire to review a TV replay(s) of the batsman's stroke as in Clause 3.2.2 (b).

c The third umpire has to determine whether the ball was a bump ball or not. However, when reviewing the television replays(s), if it is clear to the third umpire that the batsman did not hit the ball he shall indicate that the batsman is not out.

d The third umpire shall communicate his decision by the system as in Clause 3.2.2 (c).

3.2.4 Boundary Decisions

a The on-field umpire shall be entitled to refer to the third umpire for a decision about whether the fieldsman had any part of his person in contact with the ball when he touched or crossed the boundary line or whether a six or super-six (10) had been scored. A decision is to be made immediately and cannot be changed thereafter.

b An on-field umpire wishing the assistance of the third umpire in these circumstances shall communicate with the third umpire by use of a two-way radio and the third umpire will convey his decision to the on-field umpire by this method.

c The third umpire may initiate contact with the on-field umpire by two-way radio if TV coverage shows a boundary line infringement or incident as envisaged under this clause.

3.2.5 Batsmen Running to the Same End a In the event of both batsmen running to the same end and the umpires are uncertain over which batsmen made his ground first, the on-field umpire may refer the decision to the third umpire.

b The procedure in Clause 3.2.4 (b) shall apply.

3.3 Rules 3.2 - Change of Umpire

The following shall apply in place of Rules 3.2:

An umpire shall not be changed during the match, other than in exceptional circumstances, unless he is injured or ill.

3.4 Rules 3.4 To inform captains and scorers

The following shall apply Rules 3.4 (i)

The host country may provide for the ringing of a bell, which shall be rung 5 minutes before the termination of an interval, when the umpires shall go to the wickets. The host country shall inform the visiting country at the start of the tour that this practice is to be adopted.

3.5 Rules 3.8 - Fitness of Ground, Weather and Light

Rules 3.9 - Suspension of play for adverse conditions of ground, weather or light Rules 3.8 and 3.9 shall apply subject to the following:

3.5.1 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. In these circumstances the provisions of Rules 3.9 (b) (i) and 3.9 (c) (i) shall not apply.

3.5.2 The umpires shall disregard any shadow on the pitch from the stadium or from any permanent object on the ground.

3.5.3 If a shadow from the fielder falls across the strikers 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.

3.6 Rules 3.10 Exceptional Circumstances.

The following shall apply Rules 3.10:

3.6.1 Play may be suspended due to safety and security concerns by the umpires on the advice of the ISCC Match Referee, the head of the relevant ground authority, the head of ground security or the police.

3.6.2 Where play is suspended under Clause 3.6.1 above the decision to abandon or resume play shall be the responsibility of the ISCC Match Referee who shall act only after consultation with the head of ground security and the police.

3.7 Light Meters

3.7.1 It is the responsibility of each National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) to supply light meters to all umpires standing in international matches in accordance herewith.

3.7.2 Two light meters should be passed to the ISCC Match Referee when he arrives in the country of his appointment.

3.7.3 The ISCC Match Referee will retain the light meters throughout the tour, passing it to the umpires for each ODISC.

3.7.4 At the completion of the tour the meters are to be returned to the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF).

3.7.5 The following procedure will apply for the use of light meters on the field of play:

a Once the umpires have judged the light to be unfit for play, the umpires shall offer the light to the batting side and immediately take a reading of the light level.

b The reading should be taken from the pitch, pointing the light meter (if the hand held version) at the sightscreens and in any other direction as the umpires see fit.

c Once the umpires have agreed the reading it should be noted and used as a benchmark reading for the remainder of the stoppage.

d Only when the reading has subsequently increased above the benchmark reading should the umpires consider the light level is sufficient for play to resume.

3.8 Use of lights

If in the opinion of the umpires, natural light is deteriorating to an unfit level, they shall authorize the ground authorities to use the available artificial lighting so that the match can continue in acceptable conditions.

In the event of power failure or lights malfunction, the provisions relating to the delay or interruption of play due to bad weather or light shall apply.

3.9 Day Night matches

3.9.1 Pads and players' and umpires' clothing shall be coloured.

3.9.2 Sight screens will be black.

4 Rules 4 - The Scorers

4.1 Rules 4.2 - Correctness of scores

Attention is drawn to Clause 21.

5 Rules 5 - The Ball

5.1 Rules 5.2 - Approval and control of balls

The following shall apply:

The National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) shall provide super-cricket balls of an approved standard for ODISC and spare used balls for changing during a match, which shall also be of the same brand. Note: The National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) shall be required to advise the visiting National Super-Cricket Federations (NSCFs) of the brand of ball to be used in the match(es) at least 30 days prior to the start of the match(es).

The fielding captain or his nominee may select the ball with which he wishes to bowl from the supply provided by the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF). The fourth umpire shall take a box containing at least 6 new balls to the dressing room and supervise the selection of the ball.

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. Where day/night matches are scheduled in a series white balls will be used in all matches (including day matches). Each fielding team shall have one new ball for its innings.

5.2 Rules 5.4 - New ball in match of more than one day's duration

Rules 5.4 shall not apply.

5.3 Rules 5.5 - Ball lost or becoming unfit for play

The following shall apply:

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.

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 for a ball that has similar amount of wear, 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.

5.3 Rules 5.6 - Specifications

Rules 5.6 shall not apply.

6 Rules 6 - The Bat

6.1 Rules 6.1 - Width and length

The following shall apply Rules 6.1

7 Rules 7 - The Pitch

7.1 Rules 7.3 - Selection and preparation

7.1.1 The ground staff shall ensure that during the period prior to the start of play and during intervals, the pitch area shall be roped off so as to prevent unauthorised access.( The pitch area shall include an area at least 3 metres beyond the rectangle made by the crease markings at both ends of the pitch).

7.1.2 The fourth umpire shall ensure that, prior to the start of play and during any intervals, only authorised ground staff, the ISCC match officials, players, team coaches and authorised television personnel shall be allowed access to the pitch area. Such access shall be subject to the following limitations:

a Only captains and team coaches may walk on the actual playing surface of the pitch area (outside of the crease markings).

b Access to the pitch area by television personnel shall be restricted to one camera crew (including on two television commentators) of the official licensed television broadcaster(s) (but not news crews).

c No spiked footwear shall be permitted.

d No one shall be permitted to bounce a ball on the pitch, strike it with a bat or cause damage to the pitch in any other way.

e Access shall not interfere with pitch preparation.

7.1.3 In the event of any dispute, the ISCC Match Referee will rule and his ruling will be final.

7.2 Rules 7.4 - Changing the pitch

Rules 7.4 shall be replaced by the following:

7.2.1 In the event of a pitch being considered too dangerous for play to continue in the estimation of the on-field umpires, they shall stop play and immediately advise the ISCC Match Referee.

7.2.2 The on-field umpires and ISCC Match Referee shall consult with both captains.

7.2.3 If the captains agree to continue, play shall resume.

7.2.4 If the decision is not to resume play, the on-field umpires shall consider one of the options in the following sequence:

a whether the existing pitch can be repaired. Repair work will only be considered if there has been malicious damage to a non-crucial part of the pitch;

b whether the alternative pitch can be used;

c whether the match has to be abandoned.

7.2.5 When such a decision is made, the ground authority shall make a public announcement as soon as possible following that decision.

7.2.6 In the event of a decision being taken in favour of Clauses 7.2.4 (a) or 7.2.4 (b) above, the supervision of the remedial or new preparatory work shall be the responsibility of the on-field umpires and the representative of the ground authority.

7.2.7 The rescheduled starting time and the rescheduled cessation time, together with any make-up procedures herein provided, shall be the responsibility of the on-field umpires.

7.2.8 In the event that the existing pitch can be made playable after suitable remedial work in Clause 7.2.4 (a) above, the match shall continue from the point stopped.

7.2.9 If a new pitch is prepared as in Clause 7.2.4 (b) above, the match shall be restarted from the first ball (but see Clause 7.2.7 above).

7.2.10 If the decision is to abandon the match as in Clause 7.2.4 (c) above, the relevant officials from the Federations involved shall agree on whether the match can be replayed within the existing tour schedule.

7.3 Rules 7.5 - Non-turf pitches

Rules 7.5 shall not apply.

8 Rules 8 - The Wickets

8.1 Rules 8.2 - Size of stumps

The following shall apply Rules 8.2:

For televised matches the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) may provide a slightly larger cylindrical stump to accommodate the stump camera. When the larger stump is used, all three stumps must be exactly the same size.

9 Rules 9 - The Bowling, Popping and Return Creases and No Playing Zone Area:

9.1 Rules 9.3 - The Popping Crease

Rules 9.3 shall apply'.

9.2 Additional Crease Markings

The following shall apply in addition to Rules 9: As a guideline to the umpires for the calling of wides on the offside the crease markings detailed in Appendix D shall be marked in white as each end of the pitch.

10 Rules 10 - Preparation and Maintenance of the Playing Area

10.1 Rules - 10.1 Rolling

The following shall apply Rules 10.1:

10.1.1 Prior to tossing for choice of innings the artificial drying of the pitch and outfield shall be at the discretion of the groundsman. Thereafter and throughout the match the drying of the outfield may be undertaken at any time by the groundsman, but the drying of the affected area of the pitch shall be carried out only on the instructions and under the supervision of the umpires. The umpires shall be empowered to have the pitch dried without reference to the captains at any time they are of the opinion that it is unfit for play.

10.1.2 The umpires may instruct the groundsman to use any available equipment, including any roller for the purpose of drying the pitch and making it fit for play.

10.1.3 An absorbent roller may be used to remove water from the covers including the cover on the match pitch.

10.2 Rules 10.6 - Maintenance of footholes

The following shall apply Rules 10.6:

The umpires shall see that wherever possible and whenever it is considered necessary, action is taken during all intervals in play to do whatever is practicable to improve the bowler's foot holes.

11 Rules 11 - Covering the Pitch

11.1 Rules 11.1 - Before the match

The following shall apply Rules 11.1:

The pitch shall be entirely protected against rain up to commencement of play.

11.2 Rules 11.2 - During the match

The Following shall apply Rules 11.2:

The pitch shall be entirely protected against rain up to the commencement of play and for the duration of the period of the match.

The covers must totally protect the pitch and also the pitch surroundings, a minimum 6 metres either side of the pitch and any worn or soft areas in the outfield.

11.3 Rules 11.3 - Covering bowlers' run ups

The following shall apply Rules 11.3:

The bowler's run-ups shall be covered to a distance of at least 10 x 10 metres.

11.4 Rules 11.4 - Removal of covers

The Following shall apply Rules 11.4:

The covers shall be removed no earlier than 5.00am and no later than 7.00am (7.00am and 9.00am for day/night matches) on the morning of the match (including the reserve day, if applicable), provided it is not raining at the time, but they will be replaced if rain falls prior to the commencement of play.

The Following shall also apply Clause 3.5.

12 Rules 12 - Innings

The Following shall also apply Rules 12 (see also clauses and 16 below):

12.1 Rules 12.1 - Number of innings

The Following shall apply Rules 12.1:

All matches will consist of one innings per side, each innings being limited to a maximum of 25 overs. All matches shall be of one day's scheduled duration provided that participating countries in a series may agree to provide for a reserve day on which an incomplete match may be played or continued from the scheduled day.

If the match is to be continued on the reserve day, the participating countries may agree either that:

a Any revision of overs only occurs on the final scheduled day of the match; or

b Every effort is made to complete the match on the scheduled day with any necessary reduction in overs taking place and only if the minimum number of overs necessary to constitute a match cannot be bowled on the scheduled day will the match be completed on the reserve day.

12.2 Rules 12.2 - Alternate innings

The Following shall not apply Rules 12.2.

12.3 Rules 12.3 - Completed innings

The Following shall not apply Rules 12.3 (c), (d) and (e) (iii).

12.4 Length of Innings

12.4.1 Uninterrupted Matches.

a Each team shall bat for 25 overs unless all out earlier.

b If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for cessation of the first innings, play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled. The interval shall not be extended and the second session shall commence at the schedule time. The team batting second shall receive its full quota of 25 overs irrespective of the number of overs it bowled in the scheduled time for the cessation of the first innings.

c If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 25 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 25 overs.

d If the team fielding second fails to bowl 25 overs by the scheduled cessation time, the hours of play shall be extended until the required number of overs has been bowled or a result is achieved.

e Penalties shall apply for slow over rates (refer ISCC Code of Conduct).

12.4.2 Delayed or Interrupted Matches a Delay or Interruption to the Innings of the Team Batting First (see Appendix B)

(i) When playing time has been lost the revised number of overs to be bowled in the match shall be based on a rate of 12.50 overs per hour, which is inclusive of the provision of drinks intervals, in the total remaining time available for play.

(ii) The revision of the number of overs should ensure, whenever possible, that 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 first team unless the latter completed its innings in less than its allocated overs. To constitute a match, a minimum of 10 overs have to be bowled to the side batting second, subject to the innings not being completed earlier.

(iii) A fixed time will be specified for the commencement of the interval, and also the close of play for the match, by applying a rate of 12.50 overs per hour. When calculating the length of playing time available for the match, or the length of either innings, the timing and duration of all relative delays, extensions in playing hours, interruptions in play, and intervals, excluding those for drinks, 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.

(iv) 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.

(v) Should calculations regarding numbers of overs result in a fraction of an over, the fraction shall be ignored.

(vi) Penalties shall apply for slow over rates (refer to ISCC Code of Conduct).

b) Delay or Interruption to the innings of the Team Batting Second (see Appendix C)

(i) 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 12.50 overs per hour, which is inclusive of the provision of drinks intervals, in respect of the lost playing time. Should the calculations result in a fraction of an over the fraction shall be ignored.

(ii) In addition, should the innings of the team batting first have been completed prior to the scheduled, or rescheduled 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.

(iii) To constitute a match, a minimum of 55 overs have to be bowled to the team batting second subject to the innings not being completed earlier.

(iv) 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.

(v) A fixed time will be specified for the close of play by applying a rate of 12.50 overs per hour. With the exception of drinks intervals, 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.

(vi) If the team fielding second fails to bowl the revised overs by the scheduled or re-scheduled close of play, the hours of play shall be extended until the overs have been bowled or a result achieved.

(vii) Penalties shall apply for slow over rates (refer ISCC Code of Conduct).

2.5 Extra Time

The participating countries may agree to provide for extra time where the start of play is delayed or play is suspended.

12.6 Number of Overs per Bowler

No bowler shall bowl more than 5 overs in an innings.

In the event of a bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over, the remaining balls will be allowed by another bowler. Such part of an over will count as a full over only in so far as each bowler's limit is concerned.

The scoreboard shall show the total number of overs bowled and the number of overs bowled by each bowler.

13 Rules 13 - . Playing disallowed in NPZ - no playing zone area:

The following shall apply Rules 13.

14 Rules 14 - Scorers to be informed:

The following shall apply Rules 14.

15 Rules 15 - Intervals

The following shall apply Rules 15:

15.1 Rules 15.4 - Changing agreed times for intervals - Interval between Innings

The innings of the team batting second shall not commence before the scheduled time for commencement of the second session unless the team batting first has completed its innings at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled interval, in which case a ten minute break will occur and the team batting second will commence its innings and the interval will occur as scheduled. Where play is delayed or interrupted the umpires will reduce the length of the interval as follows

Time Lost Interval

Up to 60 minutes 30 Minutes Between 60 and 120 Minutes 20 Minutes More than 120 Minutes 10 Minutes

Note: Refer also to Clause 12.4.2

15.2 Rules 15.4 - Intervals for drinks

Two drinks breaks per session shall be permitted, each 1 hour 10 minutes apart. The provisions Rules 15.4 shall be strictly observed except that under conditions of extreme heat the umpires may permit extra intervals for drinks.

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. Any player taking drinks onto the field shall be dressed in proper super-cricket attire.

The following shall apply Rules 16 (see also clauses 15 and 12.4):

16.1 Start and Cessation Times

To be determined by the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) subject to there being 2 sessions of 2.00 hours each, separated by a 30 minute interval between innings.

16.2 Rules 16.6, 16.7 and 16.8 shall not apply

16.3 Rules 16.9, 16.10 and 16.11 shall apply in so far as they are relevant to a one innings limited overs type match

17 Rules 17 - Practice on the Field

17.1 Rules 17.1 - Practice on the field

The following shall apply Rules 17.1:

The use of the square for practice on any day of any match will be restricted to any netted practice area on the square set aside for that purpose.

18 Rules 18 - Scoring Runs

Rules 18 shall apply.

19 Rules 19 - Boundaries

19.1 Rules 19.1 - The boundaries of the field of play

19.1.1 The playing area shall be a minimum of (123.44 metres) from boundary to boundary square of the pitch. The pitch shall be a minimum (50.29 metres) from one boundary square of the pitch. When this minimum distance is used, the pitch has to be a minimum (68.58 metres) from the opposite square boundary. The straight boundary at both ends of the pitch shall be a minimum of (50.29 metres). Distances shall be measured from the centre of the pitch to be used.

19.1.2 Sightscreens shall be provided at both ends of all grounds. Advertising shall be permitted on the sightscreen behind the striker, providing it is removed for the subsequent over from that end.

Such advertising shall not contain flashing or flickering images and particular care should be taken by the operators that the advertising is not changed at a time which is distracting to the umpire.

19.2 Rules 19.2 - Defining the boundary - boundary marking

The following shall apply Rules 19.2:

All boundaries must be designated by a rope or similar object of a minimum standard as authorised by the ISCC from time to time. Where appropriate the rope should be a required minimum distance (2.74 metres) minimum) inside the perimeter fencing or advertising signs. For grounds with a large playing area, the maximum length of boundary should be used before applying the minimum (2.74 metres) between the boundary and the fence.

19.3 Rules 19.3 - Scoring a boundary

The following shall apply Rules 19.3:

If an unauthorized 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 unauthorized person handling the ball. See also Rules 19.1 (c).

20 Rules 20 - Lost Ball

Rules 20 shall apply.

21 Rules 21 - The Result

The Following shall apply Rules 21:

21.1 Rules 21.1 - A win - two innings match

The Following shall not apply Rules 21.1.

21.2 Rules 21.2 - A win - one innings match

The Following shall apply Rules 21.2:

21.2.1 Save for circumstances where a match is awarded to a team as a consequence of the opposing teams refusal to play (Rules 21.3), a result can be achieved only if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 10 overs, unless one team has been all out in less than 10 overs or unless the team batting second scores enough runs to win in less than 10 overs.

21.2.2 Save for circumstances where a match is awarded to a team as a consequence of the opposing teams refusal to play (Rules 21.3), all matches in which both teams have not had an opportunity of batting for a minimum of 10 overs, shall be declared no result.

21.3 Rules 21.4 - A Tie

The Following shall apply Rules 21.4:

21.3.1 If the scores are equal, the result shall be a tie and no account shall be taken of the number of wickets which have fallen.

21.4 Rules 21.5 - A Draw

The Following shall not apply Rules 21.5.

21.5 Prematurely Terminated Matches - Calculation of the Target Score

21.5.1 Interrupted Matches - Calculation of the Target Score 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 10 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. The target set will always be a whole number and one run less will constitute a Tie.

21.5.2 Prematurely Terminated Matches

If the innings of the side batting second is suspended (with at least 10 overs bowled) and it is not possible for the match to be resumed, the match will be decided by referee committee If the score is equal the match is a Tie. Other wise the result is a victory, or defeat, by the margin of runs by which the score exceeds.

21.6 Correctness of result

Any query on the result of the match as defined in Rules 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.

21.7 Points

21.7.1 Preliminary Matches

In a competition with three or four Members with ODISC status and with a final match or series, the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF) will institute a points system as follows:

Win, with bonus point 6

Win, without bonus point 5

Tie or No Result 3

Loss, but not conceding bonus point 1

Loss, conceding bonus point 0

In the event of teams finishing on equal points, the right to play in the final match or series will be determined as follows:

* The team with the most number of wins

* If still equal, the team with the most number of wins over the other team(s) who are equal on points and have the same number of wins

* If still equal, the team with the highest number of bonus points

* If still equal, the team with the highest net run rate In a match declared as no result, run rate is not applicable.

21.7.2 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 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

21.7.3 Bonus Points

The team that achieves a run rate of 1.25 times that of the opposition shall be awarded one bonus point. A team's run rate will be calculated by reference to the runs scored in an innings divided by the number of overs faced. Refer Appendix 2.

21.7.4 Final Match or Series

If no result is achieved in a final, the match shall be declared drawn. In the event of a drawn final, the prize money will be shared equally between the two competing teams.

22 Rules 22 - The Over

The Following shall apply Rules 22 shall apply & Rules 22.5:

22.1 Rules 22.5 - Umpire miscounting

Whenever possible the third umpire shall liaise with the scorers and if possible inform the on-field umpires if the over has been miscounted.

23 Rules 23 - Dead Ball

The Following shall apply Rules.

24 Rules 24 - No Ball

The Following shall apply Rules 24:

A penalty of 2 run for a no ball shall be scored. This penalty shall stand in addition to any other runs which are scored or awarded. All runs.

24.1 Rules 24.1 (b) Mode of delivery

The Following shall apply Rules 24.1 (b):

The bowler may not deliver the ball underarm. If a bowler bowls a ball underarm the umpire shall call and signal no ball, and the ball is to be rebowled overarm.

25 Rules 25 - Wide Ball

25.1 Rules 25.1 - Judging a Wide

The Following shall apply Rules 25 shall & Rules 25.1:

Umpires are instructed to apply very strict and consistent interpretation in regard to this Rules in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket.

Any offside or legside delivery which in the opinion of the umpire does not give the batsman a reasonable opportunity to score shall be called a wide. A penalty of 2 run for a wide shall be scored. This penalty shall stand in addition to any other runs which are scored or awarded. All runs, which are run or result from a wide ball, which is not a no ball, shall be scored wide balls.

26 Rules 26 - Bye and Leg Bye

The Following shall apply Rules 26.

27 Rules 27 - Appeals

The following shall apply Rules 27.

28 Rules 28 - The Wicket is Down

The following shall apply Rules 28.

29 Rules 29 - Batsman out of His Ground

The following shall apply Rules 29.

30 Rules 30 - Bowled

The following shall apply Rules 30.

31 Rules 31 - Timed Out

The following shall apply Rules 31.

32 Rules 32 - Caught

The following shall apply Rules 32.

33 Rules 33 - Handled the Ball

The following shall apply Rules 33.

34 Rules 34 - Hit the Ball Twice

The following shall apply Rules 34.

35 Rules 35 - HitWicket

The following shall apply Rules 35.

36 Rules 36 - Leg Before Wicket

The following shall apply Rules 36.

37 Rules 37 - Obstructing the Field

The following shall apply Rules 37.

38 Rules 38 - Run Out

The following shall apply Rules 38.

39 Rules 39 - Stumped

The following shall apply Rules 39.

40 Rules 40 - The Wicket-Keeper

The following shall apply Rules 40.

41 Rules 41 - Fielder

The following shall apply Rules 41:

41.1 Rules 41.1 - Protective equipment

The following shall apply Rules 41.1:

The exchanging of protective equipment between members of the fielding side on the field shall be permitted provided that the umpires do not consider that it constitutes a waste of playing time.

41.2 Restriction of the Placement of Fieldsman

41.2.1 Two semi circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi circles have as their centre the two middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi circles is (27.43 metres) by a straight line drawn on the field on the same side of the pitch. The field restriction area should be marked by continuous painted white lines or 'dots' at (4.57 metres) intervals, each 'dot' to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring 7 inches (18cm) in diameter.

41.2.2 At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than four fieldsmen on the leg side. 41.2.3 For the first 10 overs only two fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery.

41.2.4 For the remaining overs only four fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the field restriction marking at the instant of delivery.

41.2.5 Two inner circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The circles have as their centres the centre point of the popping crease at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the circles is (13.72 metres). The field restriction area should be marked by 'dots'. The segment of the circles reserved for the slip positions shall not be demarcated. (Refer attached Appendix 1). In the first 10 overs there must be a minimum of two stationary fieldsmen within the (13.72 metres) field restriction of the striker at the instant of delivery. When a fast bowler is bowling the two stationary fieldsmen may be permitted to stand deeper than (13.72 metres) (in the undemarcated area) provided only that they are standing in slip, leg slip and gully positions.

41.2.6 In circumstances where the number of overs for the team batting first is reduced, the number of overs in regard to the restrictions in Clauses 41.2.3 and 41.2.5 above shall be reduced proportionally in a ratio of 15:50 (30%) in accordance with the table below. Fractions are to be ignored in all calculations re the number of overs.

41.2.7 Where the number of overs for the team batting second is reduced, the restrictions in Clauses 41.2.3 and 41.2.5 above will apply for the same proportion of the second innings as applied in the first innings (fractions to be ignored).

41.2.8 In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, the square leg umpires shall call and signal 'No Ball'.

42 Rules 42 - Fair and Unfair Play

The following shall apply Rules 42.1 & Rules 42.3 - The Match Ball - changing its condition

a The umpires shall report the incident to the ISCC Match Referee under the ISCC Code of Conduct.

b In the event that a ball has been interfered with and requires replacement 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.

42.2 Rules 42.4 - Deliberate attempt to distract striker

The following shall apply Rules 42.4:

In addition, the umpires shall report the incident to the ISCC Match Referee under the ISCC Code of Conduct.

42.3 Rules 42.5 - Deliberate distraction or obstruction of batsman

The following shall apply Rules 42.5:

In addition, the umpire shall report the incident to the ISCC Match Referee under the ISCC Code of Conduct.

42.4 Rules 42.6 - Dangerous and Unfair Bowling

42.4.1 Rules 42.6 (a) - The Bowling of Fast Short Pitched Balls

The following shall apply Rules 42.6 (a):

a A bowler shall be limited to one fast short-pitched delivery per over.

b A fast short-pitched delivery is defined as a ball which passes or would have passed above the shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the crease.

c The umpire at the bowlers end shall advise the bowler and the batsman on strike when each fast short pitched delivery has been bowled.

d In addition, for the purpose of this regulation and subject to Clause 42.4.1 (f) below, a ball that passes above head height of the batsman, that prevents him from being able to hit it with his bat by means of a normal super-cricket stroke shall be called a wide.

e For the avoidance of doubt any fast short pitched delivery that is called a wide under this playing condition shall also count as the allowable short pitched delivery in that over

f In the event of a bowler bowling more than one fast shortpitched delivery in an over as defined in Clause 42.4.1 (b) above, 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 pitched delivery. The umpire shall call and signal 'no ball' and then tap the head with the other hand.

g If a bowler delivers a second fast short pitched ball in an over, the umpire, after the call of no ball and when the ball is dead, shall caution the bowler, inform the other umpire, the captain of the fielding side and the batsmen at the wicket of what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings.

h If there is a second instance of the bowler being no balled in the innings for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the umpire shall advise the bowler that this is his final warning for the innings.

i 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.

j The bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings.

k 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.

l The umpires will then report the matter to the ISCC Match Referee who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned.(Refer also to Rules 42.1 Fair and Unfair Play - Responsibility of the Captains.) The above is not a substitute for Clause 42.5 below which umpires are able to apply at any time.

42.4.2 Rules 42.6 (b) - Bowling of High Full Pitched Balls

The following shall apply Rules 42.6 (b):

a Any delivery, other than a slow paced one, which passes or would have passed on the full above waist height of the striker standing upright at the crease is deemed dangerous and unfair, whether or not is it likely to inflict physical injury on the striker.

b A slow delivery, which passes or would have passed on the full above shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the crease, is to be deemed dangerous and unfair, whether or not it is likely to inflict physical injury on the striker.

c In the event of a bowler bowling a high full pitched ball as defined in Clauses 42.4.2 (a) and 42.4.2 (b) above (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.

d 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.

e The bowler thus taken off shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings.

f The umpire will report the occurrence to the other umpire, the batsman at the wicket and as soon as possible to the captain of the batting side.

g The umpires will then report the matter to the ISCC Match Referee who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned.(Refer also to Rules 42.1 Fair and Unfair Play - Responsibility of the Captains.)

42.5 Rules 42.7 - Dangerous and Unfair Bowling - Action by the umpire

The following shall apply Rules 42.7:

Regardless of any action taken by the umpire as a result of a breach of Clauses 42.4.1, 42.4.2 and 42.6 the following shall apply at any time during the match:

42.5.1 The bowling of fast short pitched balls is unfair if in the opinion of the umpire at the bowler's end he considers that by their repetition and taking into account their length, height and direction, they are likely to inflict physical injury on the striker, irrespective of the protective clothing and equipment he may be wearing. The relative skill of the striker shall also be taken into consideration.

42.5.2 In the event of such unfair bowling, the umpire at the bowler's end shall adopt the following procedure:

a In the first instance the umpire shall call and signal no ball, caution the bowler and inform the other umpire, the captain of the fielding side and the batsmen of what has occurred.

b If this caution is ineffective, he shall repeat the above procedure and indicate to the bowler that this is a final warning.

c Both the above caution and final warning shall continue to apply even though the bowler may later change ends.

d 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. See Rules 22.8.(Bowler Incapacitated or Suspended during an Over).

e The bowler thus taken off shall not be able to bowl again in that innings.

f 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.

g The umpires will then report the matter to the ISCC Match Referee who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned.(Refer also to Rules 42.1 Fair and Unfair Play - Responsibility of the Captains.)

42.6 Rules 42.8 - Deliberate bowling of High Full Pitched Balls

The following shall apply Rules 42.8:

If the umpire considers that a high full pitch delivery which is deemed dangerous and unfair as defined in Clause 42.4.2 was deliberately bowled, then the caution and warning process shall be dispensed with.

The umpire at the bowlers end shall:

42.6.1 Call and signal no ball.

42.6.2 When the ball is dead, direct the captain to take the bowler off forthwith.

42.6.3 Not allow the bowler to bowl again in that innings.

42.6.4 Ensure that the over is completed by another bowler, provided that the bowler does not bowl two overs or part thereof consecutively.

42.6.5 Report the occurrence to the other umpire, to the captain of the batting side and the ISCC Match Referee who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the bowler concerned.(Refer also to Rules 42.1 Fair and Unfair Play Responsibility of the Captains).

42.7 Action by the umpires for dangerous and unfair Bowling

Should the umpires initiate the caution and warning procedures set out in Clauses 42.4.1, 42.4.2, 42.5 and 42.6 such cautions and warnings are not to be cumulative.

42.8 Rules 42.9 - Time Wasting by the Fielding Side

The following shall apply Rules 42.9 & Rules 42.9 (b):

42.8.1 If there is any further waste of time in that innings, by any member of the fielding side the umpire shall:

a Call and signal dead ball if necessary, and;

b Award 10 penalty runs to the batting side (see Rules 42.17).

c Inform the other umpire, the batsmen at the super-wicket and as soon as possible the captain of the batting side of what has occurred.

d Report the occurrence to the ISCC Match Referee who shall take such action as is considered appropriate against the captain and the team concerned under the ISCC Code of Conduct.

42.9 Rules 42.10 - Batsman Wasting Time

The following shall apply Rules 42.10:

In addition, the umpires will report the incident to the ISCC Match Referee under the ISCC Code of Conduct.

42.10 Use of Electronic Communications Equipment

The use of electronic communication devices and equipment of any kind to communicate with players on the field of play shall not be permitted.

Other Tour Matches

Unless varied by the National Super-Cricket Federation (NSCF), with the agreement of the visiting country's Federation, the above conditions should apply to all one day tour matches.

APPENDIX A

All penalty runs in the Rules of Super-Cricket 2005 Code now apply in International Super-Cricket. Some penalty runs can be referred to the ISCC Match Referee for further action if necessary.

The following grid should be read in conjunction with these Standard Playing Conditions.

APPENDIX B

Calculation Sheet for Use When Delays or Interruptions Occur in First Innings of One Day Internationals Super-Cricket.

Time

Net playing time available at start of the match 420 minutes (A)

Time innings in progress __________ (B)

Playing time lost             __________ (C)

Extra time available        __________ (D)

Time made up from reduced interval        __________ (E)

Effective playing time lost [C - (D + E)]   __________ (F)

Remaining playing time available (A _ F) __________ (G)

Overs and Fielding Restrictions

Overs in match [G / 4.2] round up fraction and +1 if necessary                                                 __________ (H)

Max.overs per team [H / 2]                    __________ (I)

Max.overs per bowler [I / 5] _________ overs

Fielding restrictions [I x 0.3] __________ overs

Fielding restrictions innings 1 __________ overs

Fielding restrictions innings 2 __________ overs

[Note carefully Clause 41.2.7 is applied]

Rescheduled Playing Hours

First session to commence or recommence __________ (J)

Length of innings [I x 4.2]                         __________ (K)

Rescheduled cessation time [(J + K) - B]  __________

Length of interval                                      __________

Second session commencement time         __________ (L)

Rescheduled cessation time = (L + K)       __________

APPENDIX C

Calculation Sheet for Use When Delays or Interruptions Occur in Second Innings of One Day Internationals Super-Cricket.

Time

Original cessation time of innings                __________ (A)

Time at start of interruption                        __________ (B)

Restart time                                               __________ (C)

Length of interruption [C - B]                    __________  (D)

Extra time available                                   __________  (E)

Total playing time lost [D - E]                    __________  (F)

Amended cessation time of innings [A + E] _________   (G)

Overs

Maximum overs at start of innings              __________  (H)

Overs lost [F / 4.2] ignore fractions            __________  (I)

Adjusted maximum length of innings [H - I] __________ (J)

Overs Per Bowler and Fielding Restrictions

Max.o vers per bowler [J / 5] __________ overs

Fielding restrictions [J x 0.3]   __________ overs

APPENDIX D - Crease Markings

APPENDIX 1

APPENDIX 2

Bonus Point System

1 bonus point for any team that achieves victory with a run rate 1.25 times that of the opposition.

A team's run rate will be calculated by reference to the number of runs scored divided by the number of overs.balls faced.

Where a side is all out, the number of overs to be used is the maximum number of overs that side was otherwise eligible to face.

Where matches are shortened and targets revised through the define by the referee committee, bonus run rates and bonus defensive targets are derived as a function of the revised target score (less one run) and maximum overs.

Whenever a target, or revised target, is set, the exact number of overs. balls within which the side batting second must achieve this target in order to gain the bonus point should be announced. Once these overs. balls have been bowled, if the target has not then been achieved the bonus point can not be gained by any subsequent event, eg a multiple scoring shot, or extras.

(a) Examples of criteria for the award of bonus points