LBWs are the one of the most controversial and frequently occuring headaches for players and umpires. No batsman is ever convinced that he was out LBW and no bowler ever believes his ball was missing stumps. There are usually two reactions, some umpires immediately make a decision on out or not out. The OUT decision comes so fats at times as if the umpire is obliged to a loud appeal. On the other hand some umpires take their time and it is curious to explain what are they really thinking.
An LBW decision is actually a complex one that requires several variables to be considered. At times umpire has to do a "playback" in his head of all the minor events that collectivelky lead to a fair decision. Regardless, an umpire should always if he has a reason to give NOT OUT vs. a reason to give OUT in case of LBW as the benenfit of doubt in this particular case should heavily be tilted towards the batsman.
Here is a mental checklist that an umpire needs to run through and decide if any of these factors can be used to give a NOT OUT 1. Where the bowler pitched from, like wide of the crease or closer to the wickets 2. If it was a legal ball and not a NO ball - actually in case of NO ball, it should be called first anyway even before the appeal 3. Did the ball pitch outside leg. This is based on whethere its a Right Handed or Left Handed batsman which is determined by how the guard was taken by the batsman. If the ball has pitched outside leg, its a NOT OUT 4. Whether the batsman was forward, backfoot or stationary in his stance when the impact happened 5. What stump was the guard for the batsman for that ball. The batsman may move, shuffle, go across but it is important to note where he started the move from to calculate his positioning at the time of the impact 6. Location on the pad or body where the ball hit. Remember, glove is considered part of the bat so doesn't count towrads LBW. Two things to note here if the ball hit above or below the roll like on the flap. The other is where on the pad around the legs meaning the outside of the body of pad or inside 7. Trajectory of the ball. This will require a review of all of the above points to project the trajectory 8. If there was bat or glove kniocked the ball before it hit the body or pad of the batsman 9. Final determination - based on all of the above see if there is any way you can give the batsman NOT OUT. 10. If you cannot find any reason to deny the appeal, then only you give him OUT
Now this is a complex 10 point checklist to see if the ball was delivered from wide of crease even if it hit inline, it may still be drifting down. If anyone instantaneously raises the finger on an LBW appeal, it is entirely possible these missed half of these points. Practice these points on regular balls to get into the habit of tracking this while you umpire a game.
I hereby assume all of the risks of participating in Washington Metropolitan Cricket Board (WMCB) sponsored games, Including by way of example and not limitation, any risks that may arise from negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities being released, from dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained or controlled by them, or because of their possible liability without fault.
I certify that I am physically fit and have not been advised to not participate by a qualified medical professional. I certify that there are no health-related reasons or problems which preclude my participation in WMCB games. I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form will be used by the organizers of the WMCB in which I may participate and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities.
In consideration of my application and permitting me to participate in WMCB sponsored games, I hereby take action for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns as follows:
(A)I WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE from any and all liability, including but not limited to, liability arising from the negligence or fault of the entities or persons released, for my death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to me including my traveling to and from WMCB sponsored games. THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: Washington Metropolitan Cricket Board and their officials/volunteers. (B) I INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the entity (WMCB) or officials as mentioned from any and all liabilities or claims made as a result of participation in WMCB sponsored games, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
I acknowledge that participation in WMCB sponsored games may carry with it the potential for death, serious injury, and personal loss. The risks may include, but are not limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature, weather, condition of participants, equipment, vehicular traffic, actions of other people including, but not limited to, participants, volunteers, spectators, coaches, and lack of hydration. I consent and agree that WMCB officials or volunteers may take photographs or digital recordings of me in as a participant during these games and use it in any and all media for promotional purposes. I further consent that my identity may be revealed therein or by description text or commentary. I waive any rights, claims or interest and I understand that there will be no financial or other remuneration. The accident waiver, release of liability and image release shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.
I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT, AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT AND I SIGN IT ON MY OWN FREE WILL
Install Cricclubs App for better experince ? It will Redirect to
