9/30/08

New Rule in ODI matchs..


The batting team will allow when to use either the second or the third Powerplay during their innings, starting with the one-day series between Bangladesh v New Zealand from October 10. The change from the earlier the fielding side decided when Powerplays would be taken, is part of the ICC's new playing rules that takes effect from October 1.

The ICC Committee had met in June and approved this rule. The amendment to the Powerplay rule also allows the captain three fielders outside the 30-yard circle during the second and third Powerplay.

The committee also aimed to curb players from taking comfort breaks during a match by stating that substitute fielders will be only permitted in cases of injury, illness or other wholly acceptable reasons, which should be limited to extreme circumstances.

The ICC also decided umpires can now consult the third umpire on whether or not a catch was taken cleanly. "Following such consultation, the final decision will be made and given by the bowler's-end umpire. Should the bowler's-end umpire still not be able to decide, a not-out decision shall be given."

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