Ground Dimensions

Ground Dimensions

• The boundary length will be measured from the center of the batting crease (popping crease on the batting end) in line with the middle stump and it will be 185 feet or 61.6 yards, preferably in all the directions.
• This inner circle has a radius of 70 feet from the middle of the pitch.
• If there is sufficient distance the boundary MUST be set at 185 feet
  • Teams should NOT deliberately set the boundary line beyond 185 feet.
  • Teams also should NOT deliberately set the boundary line to be less than 185 feet if there is enough distance to accommodate the prescribed distance.
  • The rationale that this is the same for both teams will not be accepted.
  • Any team that indulges in this action deliberately will be penalized to the tune of 2 points and a 0.5 DRR reduction.
  • If the deviation was discovered before the game, the boundaries are to be reset to the expected distances. The umpire is to issue a warning to the home team.
  • If the deviation from the law is discovered during the game, the away team and umpires can choose to reset the boundaries should they desire.
• The umpires can choose to ask for a measure of the boundary lines at the start of the game or at any point in the game. They should report violations wherein the boundary was not set to 185 feet where it was possible (irrespective of whether it was intentional or not).
• Place a sufficient number of cones to ensure that the boundary is clearly visible. Please note that the cones should be placed as close to each other as possible at most 15 feet apart. At least 15 cones should be used and ideally up to 20 for 360 grounds.
• The boundary is defined by the straight line between the cones to be measure from the base of the cone closest to the pitch.