ISACI Boys Cricket Rules 2025

1. Number of Participants

Each team consists of 14 players, with 11 on the field at any given time.

A maximum of 2 coaches are allowed per team.

2. Rules of Play

• Matches follow ICC rules with ISACI adaptations.
• Round robin format with 12-over matches.
• Bowling restrictions:
• 2 bowlers can bowl a maximum of 3 overs.
• Other bowlers can bowl a maximum of 2 overs.
• A minimum of 5 bowlers must bowl.
• Power Play:
• First 4 overs: Only 2 fielders outside the 25-yard circle.
• Overs 5-12: Minimum of 4 fielders inside the circle.
• Front foot no-ball = 2 runs + free hit (ball counted).
• One bouncer allowed, followed by a warning. Additional bouncers = wide + 2 runs.
• Extra balls only added in the last 2 overs.
• Mandatory water break after 6 overs.

3. Field Specifications

• The wicket is 22 yards (20m) and made of astroturf.
• The outfield extends 30-35m from the midpoint (square side of the wicket).
• Matches will use the White Kimati ball.

4. Match Length & Warm-up

• Each match consists of 12/15 overs per team.
• Warm-up takes place 15/30 minutes before the scheduled match start.

5. Tournament Points & Tie-Breakers

• Win = 2 points, Draw = 1 point, Loss = 0 points.
• If standings are tied, the Net Run Rate (NRR) applies.
• NRR Formula:

(Total Runs Scored ÷ Total Overs Faced) – (Total Runs Conceded ÷ Total Overs Bowled)

More details: Net Run Rate Explanation

6. Championship Matches

• If a final match is tied, a Super Over will decide the winner.
• If still tied, a Super Bowling Over follows:
• 6 bowlers bowl at unprotected wickets.
• 1 point for each wicket taken.
• If still tied, a sudden bowl-off is conducted.
• No fielding restrictions in the Super Over.