Hard Tennis Cricket Tournament Rules

Format Overview:

  • Team Size: 8 players per team (minimum 7 to avoid forfeit)
  • Match Length: 8 overs per innings
  • Ball Type: Hard tennis ball
  • Overs per Bowler: Maximum 2 overs per bowler
  • Tournament Style: Double Elimination → knockout rounds (based on team count)

Game Rules:

Toss:

  • Coin toss determines which team bats or bowls first.
  • Teams must be ready 5 minutes before the scheduled start.

Batting:

  • Batters and bowlers must wear proper athletic shoes (no sandals or metal spikes).
  • No deliberate obstruction, verbal abuse, or unsportsmanlike behavior.
  • Retired hurt is permitted with umpire approval.

Bowling:.

  • Only overarm bowling
  • Underarm or chucking is not permitted and results in a no-ball.
  • One bounce per over allowed; second bounce = no-ball.
  • Each bowler may bowl a maximum of 2 overs.
  • No-ball = 1 run + free hit (umpire’s discretion)

Fielding:

  • Maximum of 2 fielders behind square on the leg side.
  • Minimum of 2 players inside the 30-yard circle at all times.
  • Any deliberate obstruction or unsafe conduct will be penalized.

Scoring Rules:

  • Standard cricket scoring
  • Wide/No-ball = 1 run + extra ball.
  • Free hit awarded after no-ball.

Faults & Infractions:

  • No-Ball: Overstepping, underarm delivery, or excess bouncers.
  • Obstruction: Blocking fielders or running lanes deliberately.
  • Verbal Abuse / Sledging: Results in a warning or match penalty.
  • Late Arrival: More than 10 minutes late = possible forfeit.

Disqualification Rules:

  • Teams or players violating the rules or showing repeated misconduct may be disqualified.
  • Tournament officials have the final say in all disputes.

Additional Guidelines:

  • Sportsmanship: All players must show respect to others, including opponents and officials.
  • Modest Dress Code: No shorts above the knees or sleeveless tops.
  • Warm-Up: Only in designated areas; do not disrupt active matches.
  • Substitutes: Only allowed for injury and must be approved.

Equipment:

  • Provided: Hard tennis balls and stumps.
  • Players Must Bring: Bats, gloves, protective gear.