Here are some of the new rules in cricket that have been implemented recently:
Effective June 1, 2023:
- Soft signals abolished: On-field umpires are no longer required to give a soft signal before referring decisions to the TV umpire. They will now consult with the TV umpire directly to make the final call.
- Mandatory helmets: Wearing helmets is now mandatory for the following positions in international cricket:
- Batters facing fast bowlers
- Wicketkeepers standing up to the stumps
- Fielders close to the batter in front of the wicket
- Runs off free hit: If the ball hits the stumps off a free hit delivery, the runs will now count as team runs, consistent with other runs scored off a free hit.
Effective after the completion of the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Super League:
- In-match penalty in ODIs: The penalty introduced in T20Is in January 2022 will also be applied in ODIs. If the fielding team does not bowl their overs by the scheduled time, they will be penalized by having to bring an additional fielder inside the 30-yard circle for the remainder of the innings.
Other recent changes:
- Hybrid pitches allowed: Both teams can now agree to use hybrid pitches in men's and women's ODIs and T20Is.
- Time limit for incoming batters reduced: In Tests and ODIs, incoming batters now have two minutes to be ready to face the ball, down from three minutes previously. The time limit remains at 90 seconds in T20Is.
- Ban on saliva to polish the ball made permanent: This temporary measure implemented due to COVID-19 has now become a permanent rule.
- New batter on striker's end: When a batter is caught out, the new batter will take strike at the striker's end, regardless of whether the batters crossed before the catch.
These are just some of the recent changes to the rules of cricket. It is important to note that these rules may vary depending on the format of the game and the governing body responsible for the competition.
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