40 rules in 11 sections
Match Format
- Each match will be 10 overs per innings.
- Each innings has a 45-minute time limit.
Bowling Rules
- Maximum overs per bowler: 3,3,2,2 (only two bowlers may bowl 3 overs each).
- No LBW dismissal.
- Byes are allowed.
- Any delivery pitching outside the turf is a No Ball.
- If the ball pitches on the turf then goes outside after passing the stumps, it is not a No Ball.
Powerplay
- First 2 overs are the Powerplay.
- Only 3 fielders may be outside the 30-yard circle.
- No fielding restrictions after Powerplay.
Wide Ball Rule
- International wide-ball rules apply.
- If the batter moves toward the ball and it remains within reasonable reach, it may not be called a wide.
- Umpire's decision is final.
Bouncer Rule
- Two bouncers above shoulder height are permitted per over.
- The third such delivery is a No Ball.
Water & Ground Responsibility
- Organizers provide drinking water on the Final Day only.
- Teams must bring their own water during all other matches.
- Teams must clean the field after their match.
Umpire & Conduct
- Only the captain may communicate with the umpires.
- Umpire's decision is final on all matters.
Illegal Bowling Action (Chucking)
- Captains or batsmen may report suspected chucking.
- Umpires may call No Balls or suspend the bowler for the remainder of the match.
- The player may continue batting and fielding.
- The umpire may use a Bowling Action Assessment Device.
- Umpire's decision is final.
Dress Code
- Shorts are strictly prohibited; long trousers are mandatory.
- Teams are strongly encouraged to wear matching jerseys.
Code of Conduct, Late Arrival & Player Eligibility
- Misconduct, unsportsmanlike behaviour, arrogance, or rule violations may result in a 5-run penalty.
- Late team loses the toss.
- More than 10 minutes late: lose toss and start innings at -5 runs.
- Minimum 6 players required at scheduled start.
- Starting with fewer than 6 players: innings begins at -5 runs.
- Late-arriving players may field immediately.
- Players absent for the entire opposition innings cannot bat.
- Arriving within first 3 overs: may bowl immediately when eligible.
- Arriving after first 3 overs: must wait 18 legal balls after entering the field before bowling.
- Umpires keep official arrival records and all decisions are final.
Match Postponement & Rescheduling
- Postponed or cancelled matches due to rain or unforeseen circumstances will be rescheduled on a weekday after consultation with both teams.
- Matches cancelled on August 1 or 2 will be played on Monday, August 3 (Holiday).
- The committee aims to complete the tournament within the scheduled timeframe.