ICC has revised stumping referral rules, excluding the assessment of caught-behind scenarios; henceforth, only side-on replays will be considered.
The ICC has introduced revised rules specifically targeting stumping referrals in cricket, aiming to curb player exploitation. The updated regulation now limits the review process for caught-behind stumping solely to side-on replays, eliminating assessments for caught-behind scenarios.
Previously, instances arose, like in the India vs. Australia Test series, where wicketkeeper Alex Carey capitalized on this loophole by stumping batters and securing a free review. However, with the altered rule, teams can no longer exploit stumping appeals for a caught-behind review, mandating a separate review process for such scenarios, thus requiring fielding sides to be more strategic in utilizing their review options.
The stumping appeal will now solely rely on side-on-camera footage, as umpires will no longer check for any deviation.
“The change confines a stumping review to only check for stumped, therefore preventing the fielding team a free review for other modes of dismissal (i.e, caught behind) without choosing a player review,” read ICC’s new amendment.
The ICC also introduced clearer guidelines for concussion replacements, disallowing substitute players to bowl if the replaced player was already suspended from bowling due to prior reasons during the concussion. Moreover, the global governing body has now set a four-minute time limit for on-field injury assessment and treatment.
Concurrently, the BCCI has maintained two specific rules from the previous year’s Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy in the upcoming Ranji Trophy. These rules pertain to the continuation of the ‘Dead Ball’ rule and the restriction of two bouncers per over. These regulations will be implemented starting on January 5th for the Ranji Trophy matches.
Last Updated on January 5, 2024
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