Do you love watching cricket? Do you cheer for your favorite team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) ? Well, we have some fantastic news for you. The IPL has just announced a big rule change that will make the game more exciting and fair for everyone. Are you curious to know what it is ?
You might remember that sometimes captains were suspended for slow over rates just in the case of Hardik Pandya who won’t play opening match against CSK on 23rd March 2025 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. During the last league match of MI in 2024, the over-rate ban on Hardik Pandya came into effect for not completing the overs in the dedicate time slot due to which he won’t play the contest against CSK.
New change by BCCI for slow over-rate
“The captain will be penalised with demerit points but will not face a match ban for the slow over-rate,” says an internal communique of BCCI reported by Cricbuzz.
“The Level 1 offence will be charged 25 to 75 percent match fees with demerit points which will be calculated for next three years. A Level 2 offence, if exactly deemed serious, will result in four demerit points,”
“For every 4 demerit points accumulated, the match referee can impose a penalty, either in the form of a 100 percent fine or additional demerit points. These demerit points could potentially lead to a match ban in the future,” a source in the know said. But for slow overrate it won’t be a match ban (immediately),” the person concluded.
This rule change is important because it makes the game more fair. Imagine if your favorite team captain got suspended just before a big match. It would be fair to the fans. Now with these new rules, teams can focus on playing their best cricket, without worrying about their captain getting suspended.
Captains already have a lot of pressure on them. They need to make tactical decisions, motivate their team, and perform well individually. By removing the threat of suspicion, captains can focus on leading their team without adding stress. With captains no longer facing suspension, teams can play more freely, they can take risks, try new strategies and focus on winning the match. This will lead to more competitive and exciting matches, which fans love to see.
Thrilling IPL 2025 on cards
The new rule ensures that teams are treated fairly, and they compete on an equal footing. With this new player rule, all teams will have an equal chance to compete to win. No team will be disadvantaged due to their captain’s suspension. This will lead to a more competitive and thrilling tournament , where every match counts.
Players will no longer have to worry about their captain getting suspended, which means they should focus on playing their best cricket. This will lead to more exciting matches with players giving their all on the field. With captions no longer facing suspension, team dynamics will improve. Captions can focus on leading their team and players can focus on supporting their captain. This will lead to a more cohesive and effective team, which is essential for success in the IPL.
The IPL’s new rule change is a big win for fans and teams alike. It’s a more fair and fun way to play the game, and we can’t wait to see how it unfolds in IPL 2025.
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