Cricket Umpiring - Trainers Officers Companion Level 2

The Training Officers Companion
Umpire Level 2
Incorporating the MCC Laws of Cricket 2000 code - 4th edition 2010
Cricket Umpiring
Training Officers Companion
Level 2
Published by
in association with the
2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Published by New Zealand Cricket (Inc) and the New Zealand Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association. The books available include: An introduction to umpiring Cricket Umpiring Getting started The Player Umpires Companion The Umpires Companion Cricket Scoring the basics Cricket Scoring Getting started The Scorers Companion The Turf Managers Companion
The Laws of Cricket 2000 code 4thedition 2010

These items are available from NZCUSA Regional Training Officers Some of the above and other items may be downloaded from the NZC Web-site www.blackcaps.co.nz/content/grassroots/umpires-and-scorers/default.aspx
The New Zealand Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association is dedicated to the training of and assisting umpires, scorers and turf managers to become the best they can be. As we study and practice to reach our full potential and by taking the time to learn the Laws, our pleasures help create the history of the game that benefits players, coaches and spectators alike. The type of people we seek as members, are compassionate, dedicated and level-headed, willing to put in that effort. Only through dedication to one's vocation, can anyone expect to achieve the recognition they deserve. If our resources provide that, then your time spent in study can never be considered wasted. New Zealand Cricket and the Board of the New Zealand Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association, acknowledges and thanks Graeme Lowrie of Timaru for his dedication over many years producing the training resources that makes New Zealand a world leader in the field.
National Umpire Manager New Zealand Cricket
All correspondence should be addressed to: The Secretary New Zealand Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association nzcusa@nzcricket.org.nz
2 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
The NZC NZCUSA Umpire training resources

This book
This book has been designed to be printed A4. It is intended for trainers only; not for those attending the training sessions; other books detailed herein fill that need.
The purpose
The purpose of this training regime is three-fold. 1. To develop a better understating of the laws by all cricketers and coaches etc. 2. To demonstrate the alternatives to playing available; to become an umpire or scorer. 3. To provide a training of umpires in New Zealand and within our region.
Using this manual

Please preview this manual prior to taking any course, then make your own notes as you see fit. To assist when planning the presentation sessions, a bracketed suffix denotes the number of slides in that module, thus giving guidance on timing. Trainers are encouraged to add their own comments, rather than just read aloud the displayed words.
PowerPoint modules
The respective PowerPoint modules should be downloaded onto a computer making for easier access and display. The site also contains an extensive range of cards, papers and wall posters. These PowerPoints may be used on any computer using Windows XP or later. For those who do not have PowerPoint installed, Microsoft offers a free download of PowerPoint Viewer, 2010 being the latest option. A data projector will be required for group sessions. Transition from slide to slide and from line to line in those slides can be made using the mouse by pressings the mouse key or, by rolling the mouse scroll wheel, or using the keyboard space-bar or, the up & down arrows. Do not use undue haste when traversing these modules; as many have timed components; taking a little more time also permits those taking part to take in the content, and to discuss the points raised.
Examinations & Certificates

The examination papers with model answers are contained later in this manual; two papers are supplied for each level. Trainers should produce A4, enough copies of the examination paper for their needs while retaining the model answers for themselves. Because players expect every umpire to be right 100% of the time, an 80% pass mark is required in these examinations; this assist building the confidence necessary for those seeking to become a competent and knowledgeable umpire. If a student fails to meet the required pass mark, their answers must be reassessed with the view of ensuring those student achieves a pass mark and gains a certificate of achievement. If the question relates to a playing condition not applicable in their competition, then they should be credited with that questions marks. Certificates for completion by examination officers are available on request from the secretary NZCUSA -nzcusa@nzcricket.org.nz
3 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Levels of umpires
LEVEL 0: Is an introduction only and is targeted to all considering becoming an umpire, irrespective of their previous experience. LEVEL 1: Any person who has sat and passed the NZCUSA Level 1 examination. This oral or written examination may be taken after attending the two-module course. This course is intended to be conducted in a class environment. At the conclusion of the examination and with an 80% pass mark, a certificate should be issued to the successful candidates. This level is targeted to Junior school cricketers (up to 12 years of age), their parents and coaches etc. LEVEL 2: Any person who has sat and passed the NZCUSA Level 2 examination. This oral or written examination may be taken after attending the three-module course. This course is intended to be conducted in a class environment. At the conclusion of that examination and with an 80% pass mark, a certificate should be issued to the successful candidates. This level is targeted to senior school and club cricketers, and their coaches etc. Dependant on experience, the local umpire association may exempt a participant; however it is desirable for all intending umpires to attend this course as it includes some basic material not present in Level 3 modules. LEVEL 3: An umpire who has sat and passed the NZCUSA Level 3 examination. Any person passing the Level 2 examination is eligible to attend the Level 3 modules and attempt the examination. Individuals seeking confirmation of their ability may take this examination, preferably after at least one seasons umpiring experience. Candidates may take this oral or written one-hour examination after attending the 9-module course. The examination is in two parts. 100 marks are available; 80 marks attained across both parts represent an examination pass. Part 1: is on the Laws of Cricket together with any amendments and/or experimental Laws and the most recent edition of The Umpires Companion as detailed in the syllabus; this part represents 80 marks of the total available. Part 2: is on the local playing conditions as set by the examination committee and represents the remaining 20 marks available. LEVEL 4: An umpire who has sat and passed the NZCUSA Level 4 examination. Before being eligible to sit this examination, candidates must have passed the Level 3 examination and have an established history of umpiring for at least two seasons, officiating at senior club level or higher, with colleagues who have attained this qualification. Candidates may sit this examination after attending the 9-module course. An 80% pass mark is required in both parts. The examination is in two parts. Part 1: An oral one-hour examination on the Laws of Cricket together with any amendments and/or experimental Laws and the most recent edition of The Umpires Companion plus the current NZCUSA playing conditions. Part 2: A written two-hour examination on the above publications. A failure in Part 2 disqualifies a pass of Part 1. Having passed this examination and with satisfactory Captains reports, umpires become eligible for selection to officiate in matches under the jurisdiction of the NZ Cricket. It is hoped, in time, that these qualifications will be accepted as part of the NCEA unit standards.
4 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
The PowerPoint shows for this level are targeted to Senior school and club cricketers, and their coaches etc. The booklets used are:
Level 2
These booklets may be downloaded from the NZC website and should be printed as an A5 booklet by a photocopier.
5 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Level 2 umpire
Syllabus
Required study: The Player Umpires Companion Cricket Scoring Getting started Competency:
Level 2 umpires are expected to be competent to officiate in Highschool and club cricket as an umpire in matches in which they may be playing. (63 slides) Syllabus; Terminology: The Player Umpires Companion; Cricket Law Umpires should know; Spirit of cricket; Protecting young bodies The turf verge; No return crease; No-ball or Wide; Wickets used; Foot-wear; Regulations or agreement with captains Size and width; When held by a batsman Where to stand, bowlers end, strikers end Automatically; Umpire to call & signal. The ball; The batsmen; The wicket-keeper; Illegal fielding; Fielder moving; Obstruction and Distraction of a batsman; Time-wasting (54 slides) Balls of the over; Under-arm bowling; Definition of a fair delivery Thrown; The right and wrong way to break the stumps; Remaking the wicket; Dispensing with bails Examples; Sight-screen; Over-throws Starts; Stops Out of his ground; batsman with a runner (56 slides) Bowled; Timed-out; Caught; Handled-the-ball; Hit-the-ball-twice; Hit-wicket; Obstructing-the-field; Obstructing a catch; LBW; Run-out; Stumped. Batsman retires; Resumes his innings Informing the umpires; His return; Consent required Field markings; Fielding restrictions; Bowling restrictions Umpiring Techniques; Why do you want to umpire; Enjoying the game; Integrity; Criticisms and Compliments; Decisions; Answering questions; Switching up & down; Concentration; Conflict situations Cricket Scoring - Getting started; What the Laws require of scorers; Solo scorers; Dos and donts; Scoring symbols.
Module 2.1 Introduction Pre-match duties Artificial pitches The bat Umpires Dead-ball Unfair play
Module 2.2 Mode of delivery The wicket is down Boundaries A batsman innings A batsmans ground Module 2.3 Out or Dismissed A batsman retiring Fielder leaving the field Limited-over matches Techniques
Scoring
Examination: This may be taken as an oral or written examination: .................. 80% pass mark required.
6 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Cricket Umpiring
Levels Modules
Module 2.1
Level 2
Here we take the preliminary steps to become a recognised umpire
By necessity, some issues covered in the Level 1 modules must be repeated here but in more detail Other issues will also be covered, these include Matches played on artificial pitches Limited-over matches Umpiring techniques Scoring
Level 2 comprises three modules

2
Required study
Several publications will be offered
each targeted to the level of cricket This one is an off-field reference These booklets should be your guide as you progress up
Cricket Law
Cricket has 42 Laws
however, none stand alone Every Law has linkages to others - sometimes to several Complicating matters even further the Laws can be varied by agreement between captains or by Regulations, or by Playing Conditions, published by competition administrators In these modules, we deal mainly with Cricket Law and some of the accepted provisions applicable to Limited-Over Matches F50 & T20 matches Matches that are played to Overs, rather than to Time
4
The umpires career ladder
The Laws of Cricket 2000 code 4 th edition 2010 is available for those who seek a complete reference
Umpires should know

all the correct terms used in cricket
How to assume the responsibilities of an umpire Know their responsibilities to match authorities, the groundsman, their umpiring colleague and to the scorers How and when to communicate to their colleague How and when to communicate to the scorers and to wait for acknowledgement of each separate signal What constitutes a complete innings What is required if a mistake in scoring occurs, and How a result can be achieved
5 6
The Spirit of Cricket

At first reading of the Spirit of Cricket one could easily gain the impression that it has been written solely for players
Clearly this is not so It is equally important for umpires too The umpires are the guardians of the Spirit alongside the captains The Spirit of Cricket is compulsory reading for everyone If everyone follows the Spirit of Cricket then everyone will enjoy their game
7 2010 NZC-NZCUSA

is compulsory reading for everyone - it sets the tone of a match and our role in it - it confirms the captain, is responsible for the conduct of his team - it confirms the umpires, are the sole judges of fair & unfair play - it requires the umpires, to intervene if there are any unfair acts - it requires the highest standards of sportsmanship - it confirms that there is no room for any form of bad behaviour - it confirms that there is no place for violence in any form - it confirms that captains & umpires, together set the tone of the conduct of a match and expects every player to contribute to this In short, the Spirit of Cricket sets the guidelines to ensure every participant enjoys their game
7 8

As umpires, you must only intervene when called upon either on Appeal or when the Laws require Always remember the order of the first four laws
Law 1 - deals with the players Law 2 - deals with substitutes & runners Law 3 - deals with the umpires Law 4 - deals with the scorers Clearly we are being told that cricket is a game first & foremost for players
then the umpires
Terminology
Country and language differences can confuse
It is imperative that we confirm the terms used in cricket The area inside the boundary is the Field-of-play
The square
The prepared area within the boundary is not the block
10
It is the Square
The pitch
The prepared area within the square is not the wicket
The creases
The creases painted on the pitch are markings The wickets are pitched on the Bowling crease
Popping crease
Bow ling crease

11
It is the Pitch
Return crease
12
The actual creases are that part of the white line closest to the umpire
8 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Checking the wickets

When pitched, the wickets are centred on the Bowling crease
on the imaginary centre line from middle stump to middle stump When in place the stumps are exactly 28 inches high & 9 inches wide That is 71 cm high & 22.9 cm wide - plus the bails a further inch That is 1.25 cm Giving an overall height of 28 inches
13
Checking the wickets

The correct positioning of the stumps is on the back edge of the Bowling crease NOT the centre of the painted line
or 72.25 cm
14
The Umpires
Appointment of umpires
Two umpires must be appointed before the toss one for each end - not one for each team If you are a player you cease to be a player when you take the role of umpire Umpires must report to the ground no later than 45 minutes before the scheduled time to start play
The Umpires
Changing an umpire
After the toss an umpire cannot be changed except in cases of illness, injury or exceptional circumstances If replaced, the replacement umpire must stand at the STRIKERS END unless BOTH captains agree otherwise
This may be negated by competition regulations

15 16
Pre-match duties
Umpires must arrive at a match, no later than
45 minutes before the start of play Both umpires must
Inspect the boundary to confirm its markings and any obstacles Inspect the pitch and confirm the crease markings are correct If necessary, pitch the wickets Receive the lists of nominated players before the toss correctly identifying Age-group players
Protecting young bodies

One of the reasons required for defining a bowlers spell is to protect young bodies
To this e nd, New Zealand Cricket has place d re strictions on how many ove rs young bowle rs may bowl in a spe ll and in a day In all matche s umpires must e nsure the Te am-list cards are completed corre ctly A bowle rs spe ll is de e med comple ted at the e nd of the days play If the re be an inadve rtent bre ach of this rule as soon as this is discove re d all balls bowle d are de emed legal Anothe r bowle r must complete the ove r
18
17
This card meets the requirements of law
A part ove r is de e me d to be a comple te ove r for e ach bowler
9 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Defining a bowlers spell

A bowlers spell is that period of time during which he bowls ...
continuously from one end
Pre-match agreements
Unless the subject of published Regulations
before the toss umpires and captains must agree on the hours of play the times & duration of meal intervals the timing of drinks intervals the balls to be used the boundary markings & their allowances If the match is to be played to Time rather than to Overs there are several other provisions
A bowlers spell is deemed continuous if he bowls ...

from the other end at the next over available to him That is no more than two overs later
If an interval or interruption disrupt his spell ...

his spell is deemed to be continuous if the interval is less than one hour
If there is an interruption or interval ...

a bowler is deemed to start a new spell if ... the break in play is at least one hour
19 20
Then one umpire must supervise the toss
Pre-match agreements
Before the toss umpires and captains must agree
on any special playing conditions any bowling or fielding restrictions any local customs boundaries, trees etc and clarify the competition regulations It can be seen that the umpires must be completely conversant with the Laws and the competition Regulations This can only happen with regular reading & study of the Laws and the Regulations
21 22
Informing the captains

Before the toss umpires must agree and inform both captains of
the master clock or watch to be used the umpires watches MUST be synchronised with the master time-piece which shall be the back-up time-piece the boundary allowances what happens if the ball makes contact with any obstacle (trees etc) inside the boundary Alternatively, what local provisions apply
Confirm with the captains

all boundary issues
The umpires must advise the scorers

of all the matters agreed with the captains
including which master clock or watch is to be used
the scorers should synchronise theirs accordingly
which is the back-up timepiece the hours of play the times & duration of meal intervals the times of drinks intervals boundary markings & their allowances obstacles within the field of play and the allowances applicable any special provision
The boundary line
23
Obstacles within the boundary
24
10 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Discuss with the scorers

How and when the score-board is to be updated
The display of
Updating the score-board

is NOT the scorers duty
With members of the batting side available it is not unreasonable to expect them to fulfil this duty The scorers are there to score ...
the score the wickets the overs
120 127
4
however, they should be able to ensure the score-board is updated at least at the end of every over
36 35
26
Being responsible for the score the umpires must

keep an over-view of the progress of the score-board, and if necessary, instruct the off-field batsmen to update it
25
Artificial pitches
There are two types of artificial pitches
Artificial pitches
Where is the edge of the pitch?
Most artificial pitches are rarely made to the correct width of 10 feet, or 3.05 metres Therefore it is imperative that captains and umpires agree before the toss if the narrowed pitch width be accepted as correct
Umpires must be familiar with all Regulations and local customs
In-ground permanent & Roll-up removable
27
28
Artificial pitches
What happens if the ball pitches on the edge?
Should it be called NO-BALL or WIDE? If called WIDE, which it really is the ball could then veer back towards the striker
Before the toss, the umpires & captains must agree on how this should be interpreted Umpires must be aware of the Regulations and the local custom In most cases this would be called & signalled NO-BALL
29 30
Artificial pitches
What happens if the Return creases are not painted?
While the popping crease and the bowling crease will always be permanently painted on the pitch regulations or local custom should require either
when bowling, the bowler must have one foot, wholly on the pitch, or the bowler must have his front foot, wholly on the pitch
In the absence of any such regulation it is imperative that captains and umpires agree before the toss, what provision should apply Regulations may also include the type of footwear bowlers must use, perhaps prohibiting sprigs
Umpires must be familiar with all Regulations and local customs
11 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Artificial pitches & wickets

What sort of wickets are used?
Are they placed in holes in the pitch? Are they a model designed to be placed on the pitch?
If they are this type ... what happens if the wicket is broken because the contact was with the base? Before the toss, the umpires & captains must agree on how this should be interpreted In most cases they will agree that because the base is an integral part of the wicket ... Any removal of the bails provided it occurs in accordance to the laws
The bat
Rarely will a bat, made by a reputable manufacturer, fail to comply with the Laws
A bat may have additional material for its protection & repair The blade may be covered or taped for protection to a maximum thickness of 1/16 inch, or 1.56 mm giving the bat an overall width not exceeding 4 3/8 inches, or 11.11 mm
the wicket is to be considered as DOWN

31 32
Type C bats are the only bats permitted to have cloth repairs
The bat
All references to the bat means that it is being held by a batsman
The bat comprises the bat itself the hand or hands holding the bat any part of a glove on a hand holding the bat irrespective of the width of the wrist-band Therefore if the ball is struck by the bat, or a hand holding the bat the striker gains credit for any runs scored
33
Where to stand at the bowlers end

The umpire must stand where he can best SEE
He must be able to
see the back foot on the Return crease see the front foot on the Popping crease quickly pick up the flight of the ball
the striker can be dismissed Caught
He must be able to do these things without moving his head

34
Where to stand at the strikers end

He should stand in line with his Popping crease
25 to 30 paces behind the striker
If right & left-handed batsmen change ends when the ball becomes dead the umpire should quickly change sides
The strikers side

Which side is his On-side and which is his Off-side?
The striker always stands ON his ON-side
A right-handed batsman stands ON the umpires right
This is his OFF-side
his ON-side
35
This is particularly important when considering L B W appeals, and when 36 giving Guard
12 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Dead-ball
The ball becomes dead automatically when -
Dead-ball
37
it finally settles in hands of the wicket-keeper
or of the bowler
38
a boundary is scored
a batsman is dismissed
Dead-ball
The ball becomes dead automatically when it becomes trapped between the bat and person of the striker, or between items of his clothing or equipment
Dead-ball
it lodges in the clothing or equipment of a batsman or the clothing of an umpire
39
40
Dead-ball
Dead-ball
The ball is deemed dead when the bowlers end umpire is satisfied that the fielders and the batsmen have ceased to regard the ball as being in-play
That is it lodges in a protective helmet worn by a fielder or illegal fielding takes place, or the ball hits a helmet behind the wicket-keeper
the batsmen have lost interest in scoring runs and the fielders are showing no interest in taking a wicket
42
41
or the umpire calls OVER or TIME
While the ball may be considered dead by the players it is advantageous if the umpire calls DEAD-BALL
13 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Dead-ball
An umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL when there is a serious injury
Dead-ball
An umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL if -
43
he is required to intervene in any case of unfair play
44
to a player a batsman or a fielder
or to an umpire
Dead-ball
An umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL if he wishes to leave his normal position to consult
Dead-ball
An umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL if a bail falls from the strikers wicket before he has had an opportunity to play the ball
45
46
Dead-ball
An umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL if the striker is not ready to receive the delivery, and
Dead-ball
An umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL if the striker is distracted by any noise or movement whilst receiving, or preparing to receive the delivery
47
if the ball is delivered, he makes NO attempt to play at it
48
The distraction can be either inside or outside the field-of-play
14 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Dead-ball
An umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL if -
Dead-ball
If the ball is called DEAD before the striker has had an opportunity to play at it
that ball is not counted as a ball of the over It must be re-bowled
If the ball is called DEAD after the striker has had a chance to play it
the bowler drops the ball before delivery or the ball does not leave the bowlers hand that ball is counted as a ball of the over It is not re-bowled
49
or the umpire is required to do so by another law
50
Unfair play the ball

The umpires must make frequent and irregular inspections of the ball
It is Unfair to attempt to change the condition of the ball Fielders are permitted to dry a wet ball or polish the ball on any item of their clothing but they may not use any artificial substance Fielders are permitted to remove mud from a seam but only under the supervision of an umpire The bowler can be suspended if anyone offends
51
Unfair play the batsmen
Even on fine days, umpires should always carry a cloth with them to dry a wet or damp ball
52
Batsmen may prod down divots but they may not beat the pitch
Unfair play the wicket-keeper

Once the ball comes into play, the wicket-keeper must stay wholly behind his wicket
until the ball has made contact with the striker or his bat, or it passes the strikers wicket, or the striker attempts to run

The keeper must not have any part of his person gloves and/or cap in-front of his wicket until after the striker receives the ball
53
54
The strikers end umpire must call & signal NO-BALL
15 2010 NZC-NZCUSA

Even though the striker has missed the ball
if he is not attempting a run
the wicket-keeper must wait until the ball has passed his wicket
Unfair play illegal fielding

Fielders may not use a discarded glove to catch or field the ball
or use his clothing to catch or to field the ball

i.e. to create a pouch in his jersey
55
The strikers end umpire must call & signal NO-BALL
NOT-OUT
56
Severe sanctions apply in every case
Unfair play fielder movement

Anything other than a slight movement off-line, or away from striker is significant and Unfair
Unfair play - illegal fielding

Any movement towards the striker is acceptable and should not be regarded as significant movement
Either umpire should call & signal DEAD-BALL

57 58
Unfair play Obstructing the striker

Wilful obstruction or Distraction of the striker while he is preparing to receive the ball is Unfair
This can be by word or by deed Either umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL at the instant of the offence, and consult his colleague Together, they should advise the fielding captain that such acts are an offence that carry severe penalties If delivered, the striker cannot be dismissed off that ball That ball is not counted as a ball of the over It must be re-bowled
59 60
Unfair play Obstructing a batsman

Wilful obstruction or Distraction of either batsman after the ball is delivered is Unfair
This can be by word or by deed Accidental collisions between players are part of the game and should not normally be considered deliberate If either umpire deems such act as Deliberate he must call & signal DEAD-BALL If at the instant of the offence, the batsmen have not crossed they continue running to the other end Neither batsman can be dismissed off that ball That ball is not counted as a ball of the over It must be re-bowled The batsmen have a choice of who faces the next ball
16 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Unfair play time wasting

Time wasting by either side is Unfair
The striker should be ready to face the delivery when the bowler is ready to start his run-up should be ready to commence his run-up when his captain has set the field, and the batsmen are ready
The end of Module 2.1

In the next module we will review
the reasons why you want to umpire the Bowlers Mode of delivery the Over the wicket is down Boundaries a Batsmans ground a Batsman out of his ground a Batsman with a Runner Conflict situations
The non-striker should be ready when the striker is ready The bowler
If for any reason, any player attempts to slow the game down the umpire must consider if it is Time wasting
He must call & signal DEAD-BALL and consult his colleague Then inform the offenders, or the fielding captain that this is Unfair and insist that play resume without unnecessary delays
61
Thank you for your attention

Do not forget to study your copy of The Player Umpires Companion 62
Severe sanctions apply if Time wasting persists
These modules
were written & produced for
New Zealand Cricket

by the
New Zealand Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association

63
2010 NZC-NZCUSA
17 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Cricket Umpiring
Levels Modules
Module 2.2
Why do you want to umpire?

Is it because you want to be paid ? Is it because you want to travel ? Is it because you want to be recognised ? Is it because you enjoy the game ?
If you answered YES to any of the first three questions then perhaps you should think again If you answered YES because you love the game then you are the type of person our game needs
2
Enjoying the game

Cricket is first and foremost a game
It is only when players & umpires are selected for higher honours could our game be considered professional But even then, it is still a game played with enthusiasm and with camaraderie It is the camaraderie we all want to enjoy the camaraderie of ones umpiring colleague and of the umpiring fraternity world-wide The administrators of New Zealand Cricket are dedicated to help you reach your full potential
Integrity
A simple word that conjures up so much
Your personal & professional integrity must be a beacon, particularly when umpiring Players may appear to cheat, but an umpire
Never
Integrity Integrity Integrity
4
Dont leave home without it Keep it with you always Take it home with you after a game
Players may forget your face - they may remember your ability but they will never forget your integrity
Mode of delivery
The umpire must ascertain the bowlers action
and inform the striker If the bowler changes is Mode without telling the umpire
Balls of the over

An over comprises 6 balls
Each over must be bowled from alternate ends An over starts when the bowler starts his run up or if he has none, his bowling action
and, on request, give Guard

5
the umpire must call & signal NO-BALL
18 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Balls of the over

If the bowler does not have a run-up
the over starts when he starts his bowling action Bowling extras
Balls of the over

Balls that are not counted as balls of the over are NO-BALLs & WIDEs Balls that have bounced MORE than twice or have rolled along the ground or have come to rest in-front of the striker Balls called DEAD before the striker has had a chance to play at it
The umpire must call OVER when

the ball becomes dead after 6 legitimate balls have been bowled
These balls must be re-bowled

unless the innings is closed
7 8
Balls of the over

If the umpire miscounts the balls of the over
The over, as counted, stands Umpires should signal each other when 4 balls have been bowled
Under-arm bowling
is prohibited unless agreed to before the toss
If a bowler offends, the umpire must
call & signal
NO-BALL
If an umpire persistently miscounts his colleague should advise him

9 10
Definition of a Fair delivery the arm

The ball is fairly delivered
if when the bowlers arm has reached the level of the shoulder in the delivery swing and the elbow joint is not straightened or bent until the ball has left the hand Flexing or rotating the wrist is permitted Should the bowler offend one umpire must call & signal NO-BALL by
11
The wicket is Down

Throwing the wicket Down the right way
When the bails are in place a thrown ball can put the wicket Down
removing one or both bails
Severe sanction apply if a bowler continues to offend
12
19 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
The wicket is Down

Throwing the wicket Down the right way
When the bails are not in place a thrown ball can put the wicket Down
The wicket is Down

Putting the wicket Down the right way
When the bails are not in place a wicket can be removed from the ground by a fielder
provided he has the ball
in-hand
by
13
removing one of the stumps

completely from the ground
14
and that hand is in contact with the removed stump
The wicket is Down

Putting the wicket down the wrong way
When the bails are not in place a wicket can be removed from the ground by a fielder provided he has the ball in-hand
Remaking a broken wicket

A fielder can re-make the wicket at any time
by refitting one or both bails or if both stumps are removed from the ground by refitting one or both stumps back in an original hole
Here, the hand holding the ball is not in contact with the stump NOT-OUT
15 16
Umpires can only re-make the wicket

when the ball is dead
They should not do so at any other time
Dispensing with bails

In windy conditions
the umpires can decide to dispense with bails This decision is made solely by the umpires The bails must be removed from the wickets at both ends The fielding captain and the batsmen have no voice
Playing without bails

Having decided to dispense with the bails
the umpire must decide if the wicket has been put Down as required The degree of force required to remove a bail is not a consideration provided the umpire has seen the wicket struck as required If so, the wicket must be deemed as being put Down
The bails must be replaced as soon as conditions permit

A good reason why umpires should have heavy bails
17 18
The complete removal of a stump is not required
20 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Boundaries
If a fielder makes contact with the ball and with the boundary a boundary is scored
Boundaries
If a fielder makes contact with the ball and the boundary a boundary is scored This is a Boundary 4
19 20
This is a Boundary 4
Boundaries
A fielder cannot lean on a fence to take a catch
Boundaries
If the catch is completed
and a foot on or outside the boundary line An Appeal for Caught is invalid
This is a Boundary 6 This is a Boundary 6
21 22
Boundaries
If the ball makes contact with a fielder at the same time her body is on or over the boundary a boundary is scored
Boundaries
Although the ball has not reached the boundary
the fielder has some part of her body grounded outside the field-of-play
23 24
21 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Boundaries & Sight-screens

If the ball contacts the sight-screen a boundary is scored
Overthrows
Overthrows occur when
a fielder deliberately throws or kicks the ball and that act permits the batsmen to complete or to score more runs The act of throwing or kicking may be accidental or deliberate
On the full Boundary 6
The moment of the act is crucial

Bounce in Boundary 4 Roll under Boundary 4 i.e. if they have crossed on that run
25 26
At the instant of the act the umpires must determine exactly where the running batsmen are
Boundaries & Overthrows

The ball is overthrown to the boundary The position of the batsmen at the instant of the throw determines how many runs are scored
Conventions
On occasions, the thrown ball will be deflected off a running batsman
There is a convention, not stated in law, that the batsmen will then refrain from running any further runs accepting that the ball is dead when the run in progress is completed However, should the ball then travel to the boundary, they are happy to receive the credit for the overthrow
If at that instant the batsmen have crossed the run in progress is scored and the boundary allowance of 4 runs
27 28
Umpires should never require batsmen to accept this convention; it is their choice
The start of a batsmans innings

At the start of a teams innings
a batsmans innings starts after the umpire has called PLAY and when the bowler starts his run-up or if he has none, his bowling action when when when when
A batsmans innings stops

he is Out, or he retires, or an innings closes, or a result has been achieved
When play is in progress

an incoming batsmans innings starts when he first steps onto the field-of-play
When there is an interval or suspension of play

a batsmans innings is suspended
At this moment, his innings clock starts

29 30
At this moment, his innings clock stops
22 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
A batsman in his ground

Grounded behind
These two words must guide an umpire when determining if the batsman is in his ground he must be both It is not good enough for the batsman to be behind his popping crease - but not grounded or to be on his popping crease marking If he is behind the popping crease, but not grounded or on his popping crease he is not in his ground The only exception permitted is when having first regained his ground he then jumps or leaves his ground to avoid being hit
Batsman out of his ground

The batsman is out-of-his-ground if he does not have
his person or his bat in-hand
31
32
grounded behind his popping crease
A batsman with a Runner

Before granting consent to have a Runner
the umpire must be satisfied that the batsman has become ill or injured during the match

Note - he is a batsman with a Runner A Runner
is subject to ALL the laws, and can cause the injured batsman to be dismissed Run-out Handled the ball Obstructing the field When an injured batsman is on-strike his Runner must be stationed where the umpire directs usually at Square-leg
34
A batsman and his Runner are deemed to be two parts of the same batsman A Runner
must be a nominated member of the batting side he cannot be a substitute He must have already batted, if possible He must wear same type of external protective equipment as the batsman for whom he is running
33
He must carry a bat
The strikers end umpire moves to Point

Having been granted consent to have a Runner
an injured batsman surrenders ALL rights to run himself If any runs are completed they are NOT scored Only runs completed by the striker and the Runner are scored However, runs are scored if the ball reaches the boundary

Runs are not scored
if runs are completed by the Runner and his injured striker if the injured striker is dismissed Runs are scored as NO-BALLs or WIDEs If the injured striker is dismissed while he is out-of-his-ground the incoming batsman always goes to the keepers end When not on-strike the injured batsman must stand where the umpire directs - he is out of the game If he brings himself into the game, he can be dismissed
36
When a Runner is running, the injured striker is out of the game

If he brings himself into the game he becomes subject to the Laws and, on Appeal, he can be dismissed
35
irrespective of his position or the position of his Runner or the Non-striker
23 2010 NZC-NZCUSA

Which side should the umpire move?

The injured batsman on-strike hits the ball and stays in his safe ground
The injured batsman should stay within-his-ground The umpire should go to Point
The wicket is put down at the strikers end

The Runner should be at Square-leg Non striker
Wherever the ball is hit
37
the bowlers end umpire should always move to the same side as his colleague
The Non-striker and the Runner have not crossed On Appeal, the injured batsman must be dismissed, Run-out
38
No runs are scored

The injured batsman on-strike hits the ball and stays in his safe ground

The injured batsman on-strike hits the ball and leaves his safe ground
The Non-striker and the Runner have crossed On Appeal, the Non-striker must be dismissed, Run-out
39
No runs are scored
The injured batsman has left his safe ground On Appeal, the injured batsman must be dismissed, Run-out 40 No runs are scored

When not on-strike the injured batsman should stay out-of-the-game preferably behind his popping crease
The Striker hits the ball & runs The wicket is put down at the strikers end

When not on-strike the injured batsman should stay out-of-the-game preferably behind his popping crease
The Striker hits the ball & runs The wicket is put down at the strikers end
The Striker and the Runner have not crossed The Striker and the Runner have crossed
41
On Appeal, the injured-batsman must be dismissed, Run-out No runs are scored
42
Ignore the injured batsman he is out of the game On Appeal, the Striker must be dismissed, Run-out No runs are scored
24 2010 NZC-NZCUSA

Having delegated his running to another he cannot decide to run

The wicket is put down at the bowlers end
If no action from the fielders

43
when the ball becomes dead call & signal DEAD-BALL

44
On Appeal, wait until the ball becomes dead No-one is out, call & signal DEAD-BALL Return the batsmen to their original ends No runs are scored
Return the batsmen to their original ends No runs are scored

Switching UP & Switching DOWN

This is not as some would believe ... Switching on then Switching off
At all times you must remain alert to what is going on How else can you give advice to your colleague if asked ? When the bowler starts his run-up both umpires must
Switch UP
When the ball becomes dead you can
O n Appe al, the injured batsman must be dismissed, Run-out He has le ft his safe ground No runs are score d
45
Switch DOWN
46
If the ke e per bre aks his wicket without another fielders interve ntion the dismissal is Stumped
Never ever switch off
Concentration levels
You are Switched DOWN ready to Switch UP
A fielder fields the ball The batsmen run The striker plays at the ball You pick up the flight of the ball He delivers the ball You take a breath to call NO-BALL He enters his delivery stride He starts his run-up The bowler takes the ball
47
Decisions
Your role involves making decisions
either when called upon by the Laws, or on Appeal
100 % He throws it to the keeper 100 % 100 % 100 % 100 % 90 % 80 % The ball becomes dead 30 % It is returned to the bowler 10 % You switch DOWN
48
Your decisions must be made on the evidence before you and on your knowledge of the Laws and the Regulations Your decisions must contain the important elements of: Evidence Knowledge Integrity Our game is reliant on you
Do not switch OFF
25 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Answering questions on decisions

You are not obliged to answer any questions on why you made a particular decision
but how you respond to any query demonstrates your player and match management ability Notwithstanding that, you are encouraged to explain the law, or the regulations to a player provided you do not waste time
You may invite the player to see you at the end of the days play then, if asked, offer him an explanation, or lend him your copy of The Player Umpires Companion, or the Regulations, and let him check it out himself
49 50
Criticisms & Compliments

Yes, you will get both
How you handle this aspect establishes your standing with the players so choose your words carefully Compliments are welcome and should be received with a modest Thank-you Never criticise your colleague, and Never question his decisions If a player seeks your opinion on a decision your colleague made respond with caution such as
I am not in a position to comment or It was not my decision to make
Always support your colleague as you would want him to support you
Conflict situations
There are 2 different conflict situations each requires a different approach Player v Player
When players confront each other, be prepared to step with a few timely and carefully chosen words those few words should defuse the situation Make it clear to the players and both captains that such behaviour will not be tolerated and any repetition may lead to more serious consequences such as a Code of Conduct report
51 52
Conflict situations
Player v Umpire
This may happen when a player is disappointed by your decision Learn to differentiate between disappointment & dissent Disappointment is part of the game and is quickly forgotten Dissent can ruin an otherwise good game of cricket If dissent lingers and becomes an issue BOTH umpires should to speak to the captain to remind him of the need to accept the umpires decision and to control his players as he is required to do
The end of Module 2.2

In the last module we will review
the various forms of Dismissal and which umpire has jurisdiction Limited-over matches Working with Scorers
These modules
New Zealand Cricket

by the
Thank you for your attention

Do not forget to study your copy of The Player Umpires Companion
53

54
2010 NZC-NZCUSA
26 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Cricket Umpiring
Levels Modules
Module 2.3
Out or Dismissed
What is the difference?
If there is an Appeal and if the umpire makes a decision to dismiss a batsman that is a dismissal If a batsman walks knowing he is out the batsman is Out This is confirmed in the scoring record It is the How-Out entry - not a dismissal entry If a batsman walks - never dismiss him he is demonstrating good sportsmanship
expected by all in the Spirit of Cricket

2
Order of precedence of dismissals

Law & How out 30 - Bowled 32 - Caught Which umpire Credit to off a No-ball No No off a Wide Impossible Impossible Bowlers end Bowler Bowlers end Bowler & Fielder
Bowled
Only the striker can be dismissed Bowled
If the ball breaks the strikers wicket having already touched the striker or his bat, the dismissal is Bowled Played-on is not a form of dismissal If any other fielder makes contact with the ball from the moment of delivery until the wicket is down the dismissal cannot be Bowled
Bowled takes precedence over all other dismissals
The following are more likely to occur in the order of events 36 L B W Bowlers end Bowler No Impossible 35 - Hit-wicket Strikers end Bowler No Yes 39 - Stumped Strikers end Bowler & Keeper No Yes 34 - Hit the ball twice Bowlers end Yes Impossible 33 - Handled the ball Bowlers end Yes Yes 37 - Obstruction Bowlers end Yes Yes 38 - Run-out Respective end Fielder Yes Yes 31 - Timed-out 2.9 - Retired
3
These can occur at any time Bowlers end Bowlers end -
Bowled is not permitted off a NO-BALL and it is impossible off a WIDE
Now we look more closer at each
No runs are scored
Timed-out
Only the incoming batsman can be dismissed Timed-out
After a dismissal, the incoming batsman has 3 minutes to take his place at the crease, and be ready to play There must be an Appeal It is imperative that umpires note the time when every batsman is dismissed An umpire acting on such an appeal should consult his colleague before dismissing a batsman This is a rare form of dismissal
5 6
Caught
Only the striker can be dismissed Caught
The catch must be taken within the field-of-play More than one fielder can be involved provided the ball never touches the ground inside the boundary before the catch is taken If a fielder having contacted the ball - throws it up then leaves the field-of-play without the ball in hand then returns to complete the catch that is a valid catch
Caught takes precedence over all other dismissals except Bowled Caught is not permitted off a NO-BALL and it is impossible off a WIDE No runs are scored, even if the batsmen have completed a run before the catch is made
27 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Caught
The striker can be dismissed Caught if ...
the catch is completed entirely inside the boundary the ball is deflected off another fielder the ball is deflected off a batsmans helmet the ball is deflected off an umpire the ball is deflected off an obstacle within the boundary that has not been provided for before the toss
Caught
The striker cannot be dismissed Caught after
the ball has become trapped between his bat and person or between items of his clothing or equipment
The umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL
The striker cannot be dismissed Caught if ...

it was a NO-BALL, or the ball is deflected off a fielders helmet
7
No runs are scored, even if the batsmen have completed a run before the catch is made
Caught
Caught
Although the hand is over the boundary fence
Although the hand is in the air over the boundary line the fielder is within the boundary This is a FAIR catch
9 10
no part of the fielders person is in contact with the fence This is a FAIR catch
Handled the ball

Either batsman can be dismissed Handled the ball
A batsman is not permitted to touch the ball with his hand/s without a fielders consent
This does not apply if the hand is holding the bat
Handled the ball

Either batsman can be dismissed Handled the ball
England captain Graham Gooch dismissed Handled the ball
A batsman is permitted to handle the ball to avoid injury

e.g. to deflect a ball coming at his face This is an instinctive reaction as opposed to a deliberate act
Any runs completed before the offence are scored plus any award made for a NO-BALL or WIDE This is a rare form of dismissal If the ball is handed ball back to a fielder without consent, this may be Obstructing the Field
He used his hand to deflect the ball from falling onto his stumps
12
11
28 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Hit the ball twice

The striker is permitted to hit the ball more than once
provided it is for the sole purpose of guarding his wicket Accidental
Hit the ball twice

Three examples of Hit the ball twice
2 or more contacts with ball in same stroke A legal act No umpire action is required For the sole purpose of protecting his wicket A legal act No umpire action is required if this occurs for any other purpose it is an illegal act on Appeal the striker must be dismissed
But
if when doing so he prevents a catch being taken Wilful the bowlers end umpire must dismiss him Hit the ball twice Wilful
on Appeal
The difficulty of the catch must not be considered This is a rare form of dismissal
13 14
Hit the ball twice

The act of hitting the ball twice may be
bat then bat bat then person person then bat person then person again The striker may use any part of bat or body when hitting the ball twice except his hand Runs cannot be scored as a result of a 2 nd deliberate hit except as NO-BALLs or for Penalty runs or as Overthrows
15 16
Hit the ball twice

Umpire action
If the batsmen run following this illegal act permit them to complete one run to enable a Run-out attempt
On appeal
Before answering the appeal a prudent umpire will call & signal DEAD-BALL the consult his colleague then if you agree dismiss the striker
Hit-wicket
Only the striker can be dismissed Hit-wicket
if his wicket is broken by his person, clothing or equipment while he is receiving or preparing to receive a delivery even if the ball hit his bat or person first
Hit wicket
The striker is NOT-OUT Hit-wicket if the bowler
has not entered his delivery stride, or if he fails to deliver the ball The striker is NOT-OUT Hit-wicket if the striker is avoiding the ball being throw in, or he is trying to get back into his ground to avoid being run-out or stumped, or he is in the normal act of running other than setting out for the first run, or there is a delay after the striker plays at the ball, and before he sets off on his first run
From the time the bowler enters his delivery stride

the striker is vulnerable to being dismissed while he is facing or receiving the ball, or when setting off for his first run immediately after playing the ball
17 18
29 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Hit-wicket
To be dismissed Hit-wicket
Some part of the strikers person, dress or equipment must break his stumps
Hit-wicket
Only the striker can be dismissed Hit-wicket
Australian batsman Steve Waugh dismissed Hit-wicket
his hat or helmet he steps back The stumps are broken with anything other than the ball while receiving a delivery This is a comparatively rare form of dismissal
19 20
He stepped back onto his stumps after playing the ball
Obstructing the field

Either batsman can be dismissed Obstructing the field To be dismissed, a fielder has to be Wilfully obstructed
- by word - something said - by deed - something done On Appeal either umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL and consult his colleague If they agree - the bowlers end umpire must then dismiss the offending batsman
21
Obstructing the field a catch

Which batsman is out ?
He who obstructs the fielder is dismissed
Unless
the obstruction prevents a catch then it is always the striker who is dismissed even if he is not the offender
The fact that he may be an innocent party is irrelevant
The degree of difficulty of the catch must not be considered

22
Obstructing the field
Leg Before Wicket playing a stroke

On appeal, the umpire must answer 4 questions YES
Having confirmed it was a fair ball not a NO-BALL
1 If the ball pitched, was that between wicket & wicket or on the Off-side? 2 Was the first point of interception the strikers person or equipment and not his bat? 3 Was the first point of interception between wicket & wicket? 4 Had the ball had not been intercepted, would it have hit the wicket?
L B W an intercepted full-toss
If the ball was an intercepted full-toss the point of interception is critical
Question 3 becomes important 2 Was the first point of interception the strikers person, or equipment and not his bat? Unchanged 3 4 It must be between wicket & wicket, NOT on the Off-side? Had the ball had not been intercepted, would it have hit the wicket? Unchanged
If you have any doubt or answer NO to any question 23 The striker must be given NOT-OUT
The umpire must accept that the ball was going to follow the same trajectory had it not been intercepted If you have any doubt or answer NO to any question 24 The striker must be given NOT-OUT
30 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Leg Before Wicket no stroke played

On appeal, the umpire must answer 4 questions
Having confirmed it was a fair ball not a NO-BALL
1 If the ball pitched, was that between wicket & wicket, or on the Off-side? 2 Was the first point of interception the strikers person, or equipment and not his bat? 3 Was the first point of interception between wicket & wicket, or on the Off-side? 4 Had the ball had not been intercepted ... would it have hit the wicket?
Question 1
Did the ball pitch in a line between wicket & wicket, or on the off-side ?
If you have any doubt or answer NO to any question The striker must be given NOT-OUT
25
The underlined part of question 3 applies only if the striker was not playing a stoke
If the ball pitched in line with the stumps or on the off-side The answer is YES go to Question 2
26
If the ball pitched anywhere outside the line of leg-stump
call NOT-OUT
Question 2
Was the FIRST point of impact the strikers person, dress or equipment and not his bat ?
Question 3 is in two parts Was he playing a shot or not ? (a) If he was playing a shot was the FIRST point of impact between wicket & wicket ?
If YES go to the Question 3

27
If the ball struck the bat first call NOT-OUT

28
if YES go to the Question 4
if NO call NOT-OUT
If he was NOT playing a shot go to the Part (b)
Question 4 (b) If he was NOT playing a shot - Was the FIRST impact between wicket & wicket or on the off-side ?
Had the ball not been intercepted in your opinion would the ball have hit the wicket ?
T oo high going ove r the stumps NO T -O UT Pitche d outside line of leg-stump NO T -O UT In line with the stumps
if YES go to the Question 4

29
if NO call NOT-OUT
30
YES Inside the line of off-stump YES
Let us look at these four balls
31 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Out - Leg-Before-Wicket
Have you made your decision ? OUT or NOT-OUT
A batsman retires
A batsman may retire at any time
The umpire must be informed of the reason
If you have a slightest doubt of any point - you must call

31
NOT-OUT
If he retires because of illness, injury or any unavoidable cause he may resume his innings without consent but only on the fall of a wicket, or on another retirement If he is unable to do so, he is recorded as
32
Retired Not-out
A batsman retires
If a batsman wishes to retire during his innings he must inform the umpire of the reason
If his retirement is for any reason other than illness, injury, or any totally acceptable reason he may later resume his innings but only with the consent of the opposing captain
A fielder absent
A player is absent or leaves the field
A player cannot return to the field without an umpires consent If a player fails to take the field at the start of an innings or leaves the field during play he must inform the umpire of the reason The umpire should record Consent may be given at any time his name & the time when the ball is dead If a player is absent for 15 minutes or more he must use up his away time before he may bowl
If he is unable to resume his innings he is recorded as
Retired Out
33 34
Limited-over matches
were created to achieve a result in one-day
To do this, a number of provisions have been changed and these apply in all Limited-over matches These include:
Toughening up the provisions of Wides Restricting where fielders may be placed at various stages Restricting the number of overs each bowler may bowl
LOM - WIDEs
All LOM regulations include this clause
Umpires are instructed to apply a very strict and consistent interpretation in regard to this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket Before the start of the match it is essential for both umpires to confirm the requirements of the regulations in an endeavour to have consistency at both ends of the pitch
These have become Standard provisions

Other provisions may apply and are specified in the match regulations
35
For brevity, here a Limited Over Match is shown as a LOM
36
32 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
LOM - crease markings

Additional lines must be painted on the pitch
The inside e dge of e ach line must be 17 inche s (43.2 cm) inside the Re turn cre ase
LOM Making wides easier to define

White lines must be painted
between the Popping crease and the Bowling crease
89 cm from the imaginary ce ntre-line
to assist defining Off-side Wides

If the ball passe s outside that O ff-side Wide -line the umpire must call & signal
THAT IS
35 inche s (89 cm) from the imaginary ce ntre -line
WIDE
If the ball passe s on the Le g-side outside the line of the Le g-stump and make s no contact with the striker the umpire must call & signal WIDE
38
Umpires must ensure these lines are correct before the start of play
37
LOM The circles

Three circles must be marked within the field-of-play one outer circle, and two inner circles
Two semi-circles joined with two parallel lines
centred on the middle stump at each end of the pitch
The radius for me n is 27.5 me tres (30 yards) For wome n it is 23 me tres (75 fe e t 6 inches)
LOM The inner circles

Two inner circles must be marked
Each inner circle is centred on the middle of each Popping crease Not on each middle stump
The radius for me n is 13.72 me tres (15 yards) For wome n it is 12 me tres (39 fe e t 4 inches)
These circles shall be marked as painted dashes, dots or crosses Note how the line finishes at an angle of 45 degrees to the pitch centre-line
45 0
39
This circle must be painted white, or marked with dots or dashes
40
These circles are not required in Twenty20 matches
LOM Limitations on bowlers

In a 50 over match bowlers are restricted to 10 overs each
If an innings is reduced to less than 50 overs
the bowlers are restricted to 1/5 of the allocated overs If the number of overs available are not exactly divisible by 5 The number of overs each bowler may bowl is adjusted one additional over is permitted to a maximum of bowlers to suit For example
If the match is re duced to 45 ove rs pe r side If the match is re duced to 43 ove rs pe r side no bowle r may bowl more than 9 3 bowle rs may bowl 9 ove rs e ach 2 bowle rs may bowl 8 ove rs e ach
LOM Overs card

This double sided card is available to assist umpires keep a record of on-field events Enter the relevant details before the match
Enter each bowlers name as he starts his spell and his age group, if applicable Enter the over number in the space alongside his name as he completes each over
Thomas Dickey Harris 1 3 5 2 4 6 8 7
Enter the dismissal details as the innings progresses Enter the end of the innings score as confirmed by the scorers Enter the result at the end of the match
This does not prevent a side having more than 5 bowlers

41
The limit applies to any bowler bowling more than one-fifth (1/5) of the total overs
This card can be invaluable during and after the match

42
33 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
LOM The number of overs in a match

In an uninterrupted days play each side must have an opportunity to face the same number of overs as their opponents
If Side 1 are All-out before the completion of their allocation Side 2 is entitled to their full allocation of overs If weather conditions forces a reduction of the allocation A minimum number of overs available to each side constitutes a match For men this is normally For women this is normally
43
LOM Fielding restrictions

Off-side / On-side
Throughout the innings, excluding the wicket-keeper and the bowler there must be no more than 5 fielders on the On-side (Leg-side) - at the instant of delivery
An easy way of confirming this is to count the number of fielders on the Off-side - ignore the wicket-keeper and bowler There may be at least 4 fielders on the Off-side at the instant of delivery Either umpire must call & signal NO-BALL should there be a breach In practice, the strikers end umpire should be regularly checking to ensure the fielding restrictions are as required
20 overs 15 overs
44

The Inner-circles apply only at the strikers end
They are ignored at the bowlers end During the first 15 overs of an uninterrupted 50-over match there must be 2 stationary fielders inside the strikers Inner-circle at the instant of delivery
However, these fielders may stand outside the Inner-circle in the undemarcated zone and be deemed stationary fielders provided they remain stationary until the striker receives the ball The wicket-keeper and bowler are not counted as any of these fielders

The undemarcated zone
is within the
Fielders in the undemarcated zone, are deemed to be within the Inner-circle provided they are in an orthodox: Slip position, or Leg-slip position, or Gully position and these positions are relative to the pace of the bowlers normal delivery It is accepted that this meets the criteria of having two stationary fielders
46
Striker
During the last 35 overs of an uninterrupted 50-over match this restriction does not apply Either umpire must call & signal NO-BALL should there be a breach
45
Bowler
In practice, the strikers end umpire should be regularly checking to ensure the fielding restrictions are as required
Limited-Over matches other issues

Other restrictions may apply
These are usually contained in published Regulations and may include ...
A variation of the fielding restrictions
Powe r Play ove rs of 10, the n 5, the n 5 ove rs and with limitations on the numbe r of fielders pe rmitted outside the O ute r-circle
Scoring
This booklet is essential reading for scorers
It contains all the basic information that first-time scorers and umpires need to know Including important guide-lines to scoring scoring symbols scoring formulae scoring cue card details Some scoring information is contained in ,,, The Player Umpires Companion
48
A replacement ball being used after an agreed number of overs A foot-fault NO-BALL
attracting a diffe rent signal and a fre e -hit for the facing batsman
Variations on how a result can be achieved if the match is rain affected
These issues are contained in the syllabus for those seeking Level 4 qualifications
47
34 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
What the laws require of scorers

Law 4.1 requires two scorers to be appointed to score a match They are required to record ... all runs scored all wickets taken and when appropriate - all overs bowled
We all know this trivialises their duties
If an umpire notices that the scorers are being interrupted or distracted, or their view is being obstructed he must stop play and instruct the offenders to desist
49 50
Solo scorers
On occasions only one scorer will be present, or there may be only one score-book available
This presents additional problems and issues
If possible, the umpire should ask the scorer to remove one of the pages from their book to enable a member of the batting team to score beside them Alternatively, the umpires must ask the batting captain to assist by having one of his players present at all times for identification purposes It is more difficult for a solo scorer to regularly balance their score-book as there is no other to compare creating opportunities for inaccuracy It is blatantly unfair to expect any scorer to score alone
Umpires should do everything possible to ensure this is a rare event

Law 4.2 requires the scorers to frequently check their records
and agree with the umpires at every interval not drinks at every interruption at the end of each days play and at the end of the match all runs scored all wickets taken all overs bowled

Law 4.3 requires the scorers to
accept all instructions & signals given to them and immediately acknowledge each separate signal Once again the umpires role in the game is confirmed Nowhere in the Laws are the scorers required to attend to the score-board However scorers should keep an over-view of the score-board by providing information to others and ensure it is updated at the end of each over
52
and record and when appropriate
Here we see the umpires role confirmed The umpires are the final arbiters of the scores
51
and of the
Result
Dos & Donts with scorers

Do meet them prior to the start of each days play Do confirm with them all scorer related matters Do advise them of all agreements made by captains & umpires Do keep an open dialogue with them Do make sure your instructions are clear and unambiguous Do consult them at every opportune moment Do ensure your signals are clear and unobstructed Do clarify any doubts from your notes Do thank them for their contribution to the game Do not ask them to correct your mistakes - perhaps a miscounted over As the match minute secretaries, they record player mistakes too Do not ignore them sit with them during intervals
53
Universal symbols used in scoring

No runs No-ball no runs No-ball - Bat - run/s No-ball - Byes - run/s Wide - no runs Wide - run/s Wide - dismissed off a Wide Byes - run/s Leg-byes - run/s
54
a Dot, no numerals no dots or numerals Numerals inside one Dot = 1 run no dots one Dot = 1 run a Cross with letter W no dots no dots
[\ ]^` # $ % &
+
; < ' (
:W

After all, they are part of your team
35 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
The examination
Having reached the end of this module you may now attempt the Level 2 Umpire certificate examination
Later you may choose to attend the more advanced modules and examinations that can lead you through the pathways towards becoming a recognised cricket umpire Scorer modules are also available for those wanting to learn the mysteries of that craft
55
These modules
New Zealand Cricket

by the

56
2010 NZC-NZCUSA
36 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Umpire examination
Level 2 O pt ion 1
Q uest ion p aper

NZCUSA2010
37 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
NZCUSA Level 2 Umpire examination Option 1

Allumpireexaminationsareconductedunderregulationsapprovedbytheboardof theNew Zealand Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association. Thisexamination(andalloftheanswersrequired)arebaseduponthelatesteditionofThe Player Umpires Companion. Themaximumtimeallowedtocompletetheexaminationis60minutes. Thisexaminationpapercanbesatasawrittenororalexam. Youmustnotwriteonthispaperorretainitaftertheexamination.
A written exam:
Ifawrittenoptionisused,youwillbegiven10minutestoreadthispaperbeforestarting.Youmust completetheexaminationwithintheallocatedtime. Youranswersmustbeinink. Youmayanswerthequestionsinanyorder;pleasemakesurethatyouranswersareveryclearlylabelled andabletoberead;itisdifficulttoallocatemarksifyouranswerscannotbedeciphered. Youwillbeprovidedwithpapertorecordyouranswersplusalsosomepaperforanynotesthatyoumay wishtomake. Youwillbeadvisedofyourresultatalaterdate,whenmarked.
An oral exam:
Youwillbegivenacopyoftheexampapertoreadasyougoprogress.Youmaymakeanynotesonblank paperwhichshouldbemadeavailable,notonthispaper. Eachquestionwillbereadtoyou,oneatatime,startingfromthebeginningofthepaper. Onceyouhavegivenyourfinalansweryoucannotgobacktothatquestion,howeveryoucanreturntoany questionyouhavepassedon. Theexaminationmustbecompletedwithintheallocatedtime. Twomarkerswillrecordyourcorrectanswers. Youwillbeadvisedofyourresultwhentabulated.
How marks are allocated:

Themarksallocatedareshownalongsideeachquestion.Somequestionsareallocatedlesserorgreater marks. Itdoesnotfollowthataquestionwith2marksallocatedhas2answers;itcouldbethataquestionwill requirepartanswersattractingamarkeachwhileanotherquestionmayattractthefull2marks.
A pass mark:
Youmustattain80%topassthisexamination.
If you are unsuccessful:

Ifyoufailinthisexamination,youmayattemptthealternativepaperatyourexaminersdiscretion.
38 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Level 2 - Option 1
1 How many umpires must be appointed to a match? 2 When should umpires arrive at the match venue? 3 If an umpire is changed, when is he permitted to umpire at both the bowlers, and the strikers end? 4 Who should you meet when you arrive at a match venue? 5 What inspections should you make when you arrive at a match venue? 6 What must the umpires receive before the toss? 7 If playing on an artificial pitch, what special provisions must be agreed by the captains, and the umpires? 8 What do you do if one captain refuses to nominate his team until after the toss? 9 What should you do if there is only one scorer present? 10 Who is responsible for the score, and the score-board? 11 Can a bat be covered? If so, what restrictions apply? 12 Where are the wickets pitched? How wide are the wickets, when pitched? 13 What do you do if the fielding captain asks if he can have a substitute player, for a late arrival? 14 What must you do prior to calling, PLAY? 15 Can the striker be dismissed Caught, if the bat has slipped out of his grip? 16 Where must the bowlers end umpire stand? 17 On which side does the striker stand? 18 List 5 occasions, when the ball become dead automatically. 19 List 5 occasions, when an umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL? 20 How many balls comprise an over? 21 Is it a ball of the over, if it is called DEAD, before it reaches the striker? Can the striker hit it and score runs? 22 The umpires must make regular, inspections of the ball. True or False? 23 Can the striker be dismissed Caught, if a fielder catches the ball, in a pouch, of his jersey? 24 Which takes precedence, No-ball or Wide? 25 What do you do if the bowler bowls under-arm? Name 1 1 1 4 3 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 5 5 1 1 2 1 1 2
39 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
26 Can the wickets be put down by a fielder, with one hand removing a wicket from the ground, and with the ball in the other? 27 Is it acceptable to remove the bails from one end only, in windy conditions? 28 Is it a successful catch, if a fielder completes the catch, with one foot on the boundary line? If not, how many runs are scored? 29 Is a batsman in his ground if he has his bat, in hand, grounded on the popping crease marking? 30 If a batsman has a runner, is he permitted to run himself? 31 Can the striker be dismissed, Bowled, off a No-ball? 32 Can the striker be dismissed Caught, if the ball is deflected off a fielders helmet? 33 Can the striker be dismissed, Hit the ball twice, if he uses his bat to deflect the ball away from his stumps? 34 Which batsman is dismissed, if the non-striker obstructs a catch being taken? 35 Can the striker not playing a stroke, be dismissed L B W, if the ball makes contact with him outside the line of his Leg-stump? Outside the line of his Off-stump? 36 Can the striker be dismissed L B W, if the ball makes contact with his bat, before his pads? 37 When can a batsman retire? 38 If a batsman retires because he is injured, does he require the fielding captains consent to resume his innings? 39 If a fielder wishes to leave the field, what must he do? 40 If a fielder is absent for 20 minutes before returning to the field, when may he bowl? 41 In a Limited-over match of 50 overs, how many overs can a bowler bowl? 42 In a Limited-over match of 50 overs, how many fielders must there be on the Leg-side, for the duration of the innings? 43 In a Limited-over match of 50 overs, how many stationary fielders must there be close to the striker? For how many overs? 44 What must the scorers record? 45 What must the scorers do, when the umpire signals them? 46 What do you do, if you notice the scorers are being distracted? 47 What do you do, if the scorers fail to acknowledge your signal? 48 What duties do you have, to the scorers, during intervals? 49 Are the scorers responsible for the correctness of the score, and the result? 50 What are your final duties in a match?
2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
2 3 2 1 1 2 1 2
40 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Umpire examination
Level 2 O pt ion 2
Q uest ion p aper

NZCUSA2010
41 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
NZCUSA Level 2 Umpire examination Option 2

Allumpireexaminationsareconductedunderregulationsapprovedbytheboardof theNew Zealand Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association. Thisexamination(andalloftheanswersrequired)arebaseduponthelatesteditionofThe Player Umpires Companion. Themaximumtimeallowedtocompletetheexaminationis60minutes. Thisexaminationpapercanbesatasawrittenororalexam. Youmustnotwriteonthispaperorretainitaftertheexamination.
A written exam:
Ifawrittenoptionisused,youwillbegiven10minutestoreadthispaperbeforestarting.Youmust completetheexaminationwithintheallocatedtime. Youranswersmustbeinink. Youmayanswerthequestionsinanyorder;pleasemakesurethatyouranswersareveryclearlylabelled andabletoberead;itisdifficulttoallocatemarksifyouranswerscannotbedeciphered. Youwillbeprovidedwithpapertorecordyouranswersplusalsosomepaperforanynotesthatyoumay wishtomake. Youwillbeadvisedofyourresultatalaterdate,whenmarked.
An oral exam:
Youwillbegivenacopyoftheexampapertoreadasyougoprogress.Youmaymakeanynotesonblank paperwhichshouldbemadeavailable,notonthispaper. Eachquestionwillbereadtoyou,oneatatime,startingfromthebeginningofthepaper. Onceyouhavegivenyourfinalansweryoucannotgobacktothatquestion,howeveryoucanreturntoany questionyouhavepassedon. Theexaminationmustbecompletedwithintheallocatedtime. Twomarkerswillrecordyourcorrectanswers. Youwillbeadvisedofyourresultwhentabulated.

A pass mark:
Youmustattain80%topassthisexamination.
If you are unsuccessful:

Ifyoufailinthisexamination,youmayattemptthealternativepaperatyourexaminersdiscretion.
42 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Level 2 - Option 2
Name 1 How many umpires must be appointed to a match? 2 When should umpires arrive at the match venue? 3 If an umpire is changed, when is he permitted to umpire at both the bowlers, and the strikers end? 4 Who should you meet when you arrive at a match venue? 5 What inspections should you make when you arrive at a match venue? 6 What must the umpires receive before the toss? 7 If playing on an artificial pitch, what special provisions must be agreed by the captains, and the umpires? 8 Who must nominate the players, and conduct the toss if a captain is not available? 9 What should you do, if there is only one scorer? 10 What do you do if you count only 10 fielders? 11 What do you ask, of a new bowler? 12 How wide are the wickets, when pitched? 13 What do you do, if the fielding captain seeks to have a substitute player, for a late arrival? 14 What must you do before calling, PLAY? 15 Can the striker be dismissed Caught, if the bat has slipped out of his grip? 16 Where must the strikers end umpire stand? 17 On which side, does the striker stand? 18 List 5 occasions, when the ball become dead automatically 19 List 5 occasions, when an umpire must call & signal DEAD-BALL 20 Are No-balls counted as balls of the over? 21 What do you do, if the bowler fails to deliver the ball? 22 The ball is dropped during delivery and rolls towards the striker. What do you do? Can the striker hit it and score runs? 23 Can the striker be dismissed Caught, if the ball is deflected off a helmet, worn by the non-striker? 24 Which takes precedence, No-ball or Wide? 25 When must you inspect the ball? 1 1 1 4 3 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 5 5 1 1 2 1 1 2
43 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
26 When the bails have been knocked off the stumps, how can the wicket be put down? 27 While the ball is in-play, is it permissible for a fielder, to remake the wicket? 28 A ball called Leg-byes, goes towards the boundary, where a fielder deflects it over the boundary. How many runs are scored? What signals are made? 29 Can a batsman be Run-out, if he leaves his ground to avoid being hit, by the returning ball? 30 If a batsman has a runner, where must he stand when he is not on-strike? 31 Can the striker be dismissed, Stumped, off a Wide? 32 Can the striker be dismissed, Caught, if the ball is deflected off an umpire? 33 Can the striker be dismissed, Hit the ball twice, if he kicks the ball away from his stumps? 34 Which batsman is dismissed, if the non-striker obstructs a catch being taken? 35 Can the striker, not playing a stroke, be dismissed L B W, if the ball makes contact with him outside the line of his Leg-stump? Outside the line of his Off-stump? 36 Can the striker be dismissed, L B W, if the ball makes contact with his bat before his pads? 37 When can a batsman retire? 38 If a batsman retires, when does he require the fielding captains consent, to resume his innings? 39 When may a fielder return to the field? 40 If a fielder is absent from the field, for 14 minutes, before returning to the field, when may he bowl? 41 In a conventional 50-over match, reduced to 45 overs to each side, how many overs can a bowler bowl? 42 In a conventional 50-over match, how many fielders must there be on the Leg-side, for the duration of an innings? 43 In a conventional 50-over match, how stationary fielders must there be, close to the striker? For how many over? 44 What must the scorers record? 45 What must the scorers do, when the umpire signals them? 46 Are the scorers required, to update the score-board? 47 What do you do, if the scorers fail to acknowledge your signal? 48 What duties do you have, to the scorers, during intervals? 49 Are the scorers responsible for the correctness of the score, and the result? 50 What are your final duties, in a match?
2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 2 1 1 2 1 2
44 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Umpire examination
Level 2 O pt ion 1
Model a nswers

NZCUSA2010
45 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
NZCUSA Level 2 Option 1 model answers

Candidatedetails
Name..................................................................................... Association............................................................................. Date.......................................................................................
General instructions
Twooptionsareavaialbleforcandidates.Theexamcanbetakeneitherorallyorasawrittenpaper. Irrespectiveofthemethodused,10minutesmustbeallocatedasreadingtimebeforeattemptingthe examination.Thetimeallocatedfortheexamitselfis1hour. Written:anynumberofcandidatesmaydosoatthesametime.IfaReader/Writerisrequired,theexam mustbetakenasifitwasanoralpaper.Writersmustaccuratelyrecordthecandidatesresponse. Oral:theexaminationmustbetakenseperaly,oneatatime.Pleaseensureallnormalexamination practicesaremet.Candidatesmaynotkeepanyquestionortheiranswerpaper;theymustbereturnedto theassociationsecretary.
Written option instructions to supervisors

Oncethereadytimefortheexaminationhasstarted,anyquestionsfromcandidatesshouldnotbe answered.
Oral option instructions to readers

Onceacandidatehasgiventheirfinalanswertheycannotgobacktothatquestion,howevertheycan returntoanyquestiontheyhavepassedon.
Model answers:
ThissectionmustNOTbemadeavailabletostudentsunderanycircumstances.

A pass mark:
Candidatesmustattain80%topassthisexamination.Ifacandidateisunsucessfulhemayattemptanother paperatalaterdate.
Notification
Ensurethecompletedanswerpapersarereturnedtothesecretaryofyourassocaitionorapprioate authoritywhoshouldarrangeforthecertificatetobeproducedandpresented.
46 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Level 2 Option 1
Model answers
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
2 No later than 45 minutes before the match is scheduled to start Only with the consent of both captains Colleague; Match manager; Captains; Scorers; Groundsman Boundary markings, Obstructions; Sight-screen; Pitch; Crease markings A list of the nominated teams What happens if the ball pitches on the edge; Return crease markings (foot faults); Wickets used & base Advise him that he must nominate before the toss Seek assistance from batting captain, members of his side to score and identify The laws are silent; it is not the scorers duty; scorers & umpires should keep an overview of the score-board Yes; to a maximum of inch (1.56 mm); should not damage the ball Centred on the back edge of the bowling crease marking; 9 inches (22.86 cm) Ascertain the reason; if acceptable he may have a substitute Confirm captains, colleague & scorers are ready; Time to start the match has been reached, Mode of delivery has been learned and the striker informed Yes; if he was holding the bat when it struck the ball; No otherwise One to three paces behind, and in line with his stumps On his Leg-side; this is also called his On-side When the ball has finally settled in the hands of the bowler or keeper; When a boundary is scored; When a batsman has been dismissed; When the ball becomes trapped between the clothing and/ or equipment of a batsman; When the ball becomes lodged in the clothing of a batsman or umpire; When it lodges in a helmet worn by a fielder; When an umpire calls OVER or TIME; When the players cease to regard the ball as being in-play When he intervenes in unfair play; To disallow illegal Leg-byes: When a player or umpire is injured; When he wishes to consult; When a bail falls from the strikers wicket before receiving the ball; When the striker is not ready to receive the ball; When the striker is distracted; When the bowler drops the ball before delivery or fails to deliver it; When the ball rolls towards or comes to rest in front of the striker 6 No; No False; the umpire must make frequent and irregular inspections of the ball No No-ball Call & signal NO-BALL; advise the fielding captain that this is not permitted; That ball must be re-bowled
1 1 1 4 3 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 5
19
20 21 22 23 24 25
1 1 2 1 1 2
47 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
Yes, provided the ball is in contact with the wicket; No otherwise No; the bails must be removed from both ends of the pitch No; 6 runs No; he must be grounded behind his popping crease marking No; He has given up all right to run in favour of his runner No No; The ball remains in play No The striker; Even though he is the innocent party No; Yes No At any time; he must inform the umpire of his reason; This to ascertain if he might be permitted to resume his innings without the fielding captains consent No Inform the umpire; This to ascertain if a Substitute is permitted When he has used up his away time of 20 minutes 10; no more than one fifth (1/5) of the available overs No more than 5 2; For the first 15 overs All runs scored; All wickets taken; & when appropriate, All overs bowled Promptly acknowledge each separate signal Stop play and assist them remove those causing the problem Continue signalling until they acknowledge each separate signal Consult & Confirm any outstanding issues No; While the scorers do the scoring, the umpires are responsible for the Score & the Result Confirm the score & the Result: Inform the captains; Initial the score-sheets to confirm your acceptance
2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 2 1 1 2 1 2
48 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Umpire examination
Level 2 O pt ion 2
Q uest ion p aper

NZCUSA2010
49 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
NZCUSA Level 2 Option 2 model answers

Candidatedetails
Name..................................................................................... Association............................................................................. Date.......................................................................................
General instructions
Twooptionsareavaialbleforcandidates.Theexamcanbetakeneitherorallyorasawrittenpaper. Irrespectiveofthemethodused,10minutesmustbeallocatedasreadingtimebeforeattemptingthe examination.Thetimeallocatedfortheexamitselfis1hour. Written:anynumberofcandidatesmaydosoatthesametime.IfaReader/Writerisrequired,theexam mustbetakenasifitwasanoralpaper.Writersmustaccuratelyrecordthecandidatesresponse. Oral:theexaminationmustbetakenseperaly,oneatatime.Pleaseensureallnormalexamination practicesaremet.Candidatesmaynotkeepanyquestionortheiranswerpaper;theymustbereturnedto theassociationsecretary.
Written option instructions to supervisors

Oncethereadytimefortheexaminationhasstarted,anyquestionsfromcandidatesshouldnotbe answered.
Oral option instructions to readers

Thewholepapermustbereadaloudtoeachcandidate,onequestionatatime.Iftheypassonany questiontheycannotreturntoit.Thusitisimperativethatbeforeaskingthenextquestion,readersmust besatifiedthecandidatehascompletedhisanswer.
Model answers:
ThissectionmustNOTbemadeavailabletostudentsunderanycircumstances.

A pass mark:
Candidatesmustattain80%topassthisexamination.Ifacandidateisunsucessfulhemayattemptanother paperatalaterdate.
Notification
Ensurethecompletedanswerpapersarereturnedtothesecretaryofyourassocaitionorapprioate authoritywhoshouldarrangeforthecertificatetobeproducedandpresented.
50 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
Level 2 Option 2
Model answers
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
2 No later than 45 minutes before the scheduled time for play to start Only with the consent of both captains Colleague; Match manager; Captains; Scorers; Groundsman Boundary markings; Obstructions; Sight-screens; Pitch; Crease markings A list of the nominated teams What happens if the ball pitches on the edge; Return crease markings )foot-faults; Wickets used & base Any authorised person may nominate; Only a nominated player may toss Seek assistance from batting captain; members of his side to score and identify Learn from his captain, the reason; This to ascertain if a substitute may be permitted His Mode of delivery 9 inches (22.86 cm) Ascertain the reason for his non-arrival; If acceptable to both umpires, permit a substitute Confirm captains, colleague & scorers are ready; Time to start the match has been reached; Mode of delivery has been learned and striker informed Yes, if he was holding the bat when it struck the ball; No otherwise 20 to 30 paces from the striker in line with his popping crease, preferably on the strikers On-side On his Leg-side; this is also called his On-side When the ball has finally settled in the hands of the bowler or keeper; When a boundary is scored; When a batsman has been dismissed; When the ball becomes trapped between the clothing and/ or equipment of a batsman; When the ball becomes lodged in the clothing of a batsman or umpire; When it lodges in a helmet worn by a fielder; When an umpire calls OVER or TIME; When the players cease to regard the ball as being in-play When he intervenes in unfair play; When a player or umpire is injured; When he wishes to consult; When a bail falls from the strikers wicket before receiving the ball; When the striker is not ready to receive the ball; When the striker is distracted; When the bowler drops the ball of fails to deliver it; When the bowler drops the ball before delivery; When the ball rolls towards or comes to rest in front of the striker No Call & signal DEAD-BALL Call & signal DEAD-BALL, then NO-BALL; No, the striker is not permitted to hit the ball Yes No-ball Umpires must make frequent and irregular inspections of the ball
1 1 1 4 3 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 5
19
20 21 22 23 24 25
1 1 2 1 1 2
51 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
The stump must be removed from the ground by the ball, or by a hand or arm holding the ball Yes 4 runs; Leg-byes, then Boundary 4 No Where directed by the umpire; he is out of the game Yes Yes No; He may use any part of his person or equipment but not his hand The striker, even though he is the innocent party No; Yes No At any time If his retirement was for any reason other than illness or injury, or for some totally reason acceptable to the umpires When called on by an umpire; the ball must be dead Immediately; his absence was less than 15 minutes 8; no more than one fifth (1/5) of the available overs No more than 5 2; For the first 15 overs All runs scored; All wickets taken; & when appropriate, All overs bowled Promptly acknowledge each separate signal No; this should be done by others; Scorers and umpires should keep an over-view of the scoreboard Continue signalling until they acknowledge each separate signal Consult & Confirm any outstanding issues No; While the scorers do the scoring, the umpires are responsible for the Score & the Result Confirm the score & the Result: Inform the captains; Initial the score-sheets to confirm your acceptance
2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 2 1 1 2 1 2
52 2010 NZC-NZCUSA
2010 NZC-NZCUSA

Cricket Umpiring - Trainers Officers Companion Level 2

Uploaded by

Document Information

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Cricket Umpiring - Trainers Officers Companion Level 2

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

The Training Officers Companion

in association with the

The Laws of Cricket 2000 code 4thedition 2010

National Umpire Manager New Zealand Cricket

The NZC NZCUSA Umpire training resources

Using this manual

Examinations & Certificates

Level 2 comprises three modules

The umpires career ladder

Umpires should know

The Spirit of Cricket

The Spirit of Cricket

The Spirit of Cricket

then the umpires

Bow ling crease

Checking the wickets

Checking the wickets

This may be negated by competition regulations

Protecting young bodies

This card meets the requirements of law

A part ove r is de e me d to be a comple te ove r for e ach bowler

Defining a bowlers spell

A bowlers spell is deemed continuous if he bowls ...

If an interval or interruption disrupt his spell ...

If there is an interruption or interval ...

Then one umpire must supervise the toss

Informing the captains

Confirm with the captains

The umpires must advise the scorers

The boundary line

Obstacles within the boundary

Discuss with the scorers

Updating the score-board

the score the wickets the overs

Being responsible for the score the umpires must

In-ground permanent & Roll-up removable

Artificial pitches & wickets

the wicket is to be considered as DOWN

Where to stand at the bowlers end

the striker can be dismissed Caught

He must be able to do these things without moving his head

Where to stand at the strikers end

The strikers side

This is his OFF-side

it finally settles in hands of the wicket-keeper

it lodges in the clothing or equipment of a batsman or the clothing of an umpire

or the umpire calls OVER or TIME

he is required to intervene in any case of unfair play

to a player a batsman or a fielder

if the ball is delivered, he makes NO attempt to play at it

The distraction can be either inside or outside the field-of-play

or the umpire is required to do so by another law

Unfair play the ball

Unfair play the batsmen

Unfair play the wicket-keeper

Unfair play the wicket-keeper

The strikers end umpire must call & signal NO-BALL

Unfair play the wicket-keeper

Unfair play illegal fielding

or use his clothing to catch or to field the ball

The strikers end umpire must call & signal NO-BALL

Severe sanctions apply in every case

Unfair play fielder movement

Unfair play - illegal fielding