The inclusion of so-called X-factor substitute players are among three rule changes for the 10th edition of Australia’s Twenty20 Big Bash League (BBL). Under the traditional cricket rules, substitute players can field but aren’t allowed to bat or bowl. The other two changes allow for a power surge — a two-over power play for the batting team at any stage of the second half of an innings, when only two players will be allowed in fielding positions outside the inner-ring. To accommodate that power surge, the power play to start each innings will be reduced from six to four overs. “We’re confident our fans will love what these innovations bring to the game.”The BBL is set to start December 10.

Source: The Hindu November 16, 2020 05:26 UTC