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Cricket · Laws of Cricket

Law 41: Unfair Play

7 parts · 35 tests · 350 facts · updated 12 October 2026 · markdown

Law 41 sets out the captains' responsibility for fair play, the umpires as sole judges of unfair actions, the match ball and changing its condition, deliberate distraction of the striker, distraction, deception or obstruction of the batters, dangerous and unfair short pitched and non-pitching deliveries, a deliberate front-foot No ball, time wasting by fielders and batters, the protected area, damage to the pitch, batters stealing a run and Penalty runs.

41.411Unfair Play: Fair Play and Unfair Actions

The captains' responsibility for the Spirit of Cricket, the umpires as sole judges of unfair actions not covered by the Laws, the Dead ball call, the final warning to a side for a first offence, 5 Penalty runs for a later offence and the report to the Executive.

Test 1The captains' responsibilityTake a test

  1. Law 41.1 puts the responsibility on the captains.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1 · recall

  2. The Law says as described in The Preamble.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1 · recall

  3. Laws 41.1 to 41.4.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41 · applied

  4. Law 41.1 names The Preamble, The Spirit of Cricket.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1 · recall

  5. Law 41.1 makes the captains responsible.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1 · applied

  6. The first clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1 · recall

  7. The captains carry the responsibility.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1 · applied

  8. Laws 41.5 to 41.8.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41 · applied

  9. Law 41.1 speaks of the captains alone.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1 · recall

  10. Law 41 follows Timed out.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41 · recall

Test 2The umpires as sole judgesTake a test

  1. Law 41.2.1 names the umpires.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · recall

  2. It covers unfair actions not covered elsewhere.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · recall

  3. The report precedes the sanction.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · applied

  4. He calls and signals Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · recall

  5. Law 41.2.1 names the umpires as sole judges.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · applied

  6. As soon as it becomes clear the call will not disadvantage the non-offending side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · recall

  7. He reports to the other umpire.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · recall

  8. Laws 41.2.1.1, 41.2.1.2 and 41.2.1.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · applied

  9. They are the sole judges.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · applied

  10. The second clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2 · recall

Test 3A first offence by a sideTake a test

  1. Law 41.2.1.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · recall

  2. On a first unfair action by a side, the bowler's end umpire summons the captain and gives a warning that is both first and final, and it covers every member of that team for the rest of the match (Law 41.2.1.1).

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · recall

  3. The warning follows the summons.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · applied

  4. It applies for the remainder of the match.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · recall

  5. The first offence draws the warning, not the penalty.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · applied

  6. It applies to all members of the team.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · recall

  7. Along with the warning, the captain is told that a repeat by anyone in his team will cost 5 Penalty runs to the opposing side (Law 41.2.1.1).

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · recall

  8. The two warnings follow the summons.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · applied

  9. Law 41.2.1.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · applied

  10. The first sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · recall

Test 4A further offence and the reportTake a test

  1. Law 41.2.1.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.2 · recall

  2. He informs him that there has been a further offence.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.2 · recall

  3. The report is made after the match.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.2 · applied

  4. Law 41.2.1.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.3 · recall

  5. The further offence brings the penalty runs.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.2 · applied

  6. Law 41.2.1.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.3 · recall

  7. The captain, any other individuals concerned and, if appropriate, the team.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.3 · recall

  8. Laws 41.2.1.1, 41.2.1.2 and 41.2.1.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · applied

  9. The second sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.2 · recall

  10. The second offence by that side brings the penalty.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.2 · applied

Test 5Unfair actions in casesTake a test

  1. Law 41.2.1 makes the umpires the sole judges of fair and unfair play, including any action not covered elsewhere in the Laws; kicking up the pitch itself is covered by Law 41.14.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · applied

  2. Calling it early would hurt the side not at fault, so the Law waits for a safe moment.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · applied

  3. The second offence by the side brings the penalty.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · applied

  4. Clauses 41.1 to 41.17.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41 · recall

  5. Law 41.3 is headed The match ball, changing its condition.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3 · applied

  6. The last clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17 · recall

  7. Law 42.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 42 · recall

  8. Laws 40, 41 and 42.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Laws 40 to 42 · applied

  9. The captain is summoned and warned.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.1 · applied

  10. The count is for that side as a whole.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1 · recall

41.412Unfair Play: The Match Ball

The umpires' frequent and irregular inspection of the ball, the offence of changing its condition, what a fielder may do (polish with sweat, remove mud under supervision, dry on an approved cloth), the replacement and 5 Penalty runs, and the suspension of the bowler for a further instance by the fielding side.

Test 1Inspecting the ballTake a test

  1. Law 41.3.1 says frequent and irregular inspections.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.1 · recall

  2. They shall immediately inspect the ball if they suspect anyone.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.1 · recall

  3. The inspection precedes the decision.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.1 · applied

  4. The first sub-clause of 41.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.1 · recall

  5. Law 41.3.1 requires frequent and irregular inspections.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.1 · applied

  6. The third clause's heading.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3 · recall

  7. They suspect an attempt to change its condition.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.1 · applied

  8. Laws 41.3.1 to 41.3.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3 · applied

  9. The Law says irregular.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.1 · recall

  10. The permitted actions of 41.3.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.1 · recall

Test 2Changing the condition is an offenceTake a test

  1. Law 41.3.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · recall

  2. A batter is not allowed to wilfully damage the ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · recall

  3. The inspection comes before the finding.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.3 · applied

  4. Damage to the ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · recall

  5. The other three are allowed by the Law.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · applied

  6. Except in carrying out his normal duties.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · applied

  7. It does not comply with Law 41.3.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · applied

  8. Law 41.3.2 lists them so.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · applied

  9. The second sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · recall

  10. Any player.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · recall

Test 3What a fielder may do to the ballTake a test

  1. He may polish it on his clothing.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.1 · recall

  2. The only natural substance is sweat.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.1 · recall

  3. The umpire supervises.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.2 · applied

  4. No artificial substance is used.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.1 · recall

  5. Only polishing with sweat and no artificial substance is permitted.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.1 · applied

  6. Such polishing wastes no time.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.1 · recall

  7. Law 41.3.2.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.2 · recall

  8. Laws 41.3.2.1 to 41.3.2.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2 · applied

  9. Law 41.3.2.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.3 · recall

  10. An artificial substance is not allowed.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.3 · applied

Test 4Unfairly changed and the replacementTake a test

  1. Law 41.3.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.3 · recall

  2. They ask the opposing captain if he would like the ball replaced.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4 · recall

  3. The penalty is awarded either way.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4 · applied

  4. The batters at the wicket may deputise if necessary.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4 · recall

  5. Law 41.3.4.2 awards 5 Penalty runs.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4.2 · applied

  6. A ball with wear comparable to the previous ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4.1 · recall

  7. Law 41.3.4.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4.2 · recall

  8. Law 41.3.4.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4.2 · applied

  9. Award 5 Penalty runs to the opposing side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4.2 · recall

  10. Regardless of whether a replacement ball has been chosen.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4.2 · applied

Test 5A further instance by the same teamTake a test

  1. Law 41.3.5.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.1 · recall

  2. Law 41.3.5.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.2 · recall

  3. The suspension follows the repeat procedure.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5 · applied

  4. The bowler's end umpire directs the fielding captain.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.2 · recall

  5. Law 41.3.5.2 suspends the bowler of the preceding ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.2 · applied

  6. He shall not be allowed to bowl again in the match.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.2 · recall

  7. A bowler who shall neither have bowled any part of the previous over nor bowl any part of the next.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.2 · recall

  8. The Law lists them in that order.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.2 · applied

  9. The fifth sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5 · recall

  10. The extra step is only if the further offence is by the fielding side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.2 · applied

41.413Unfair Play: Distracting and Obstructing the Batters

A fielder's deliberate attempt to distract the striker (Dead ball, 5 Penalty runs, no dismissal, the ball not counting, a No ball call standing) and wilful distraction, deception or obstruction of either batter after the striker has received the ball (Dead ball, no dismissal, contact judged under Law 42, penalties, runs and the report).

Test 1Distracting the strikerTake a test

  1. Law 41.4.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.1 · recall

  2. Law 41.4.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.1 · recall

  3. The penalty follows the call.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

  4. Immediately call and signal Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

  5. Law 41.4.2 requires Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

  6. Law 41.4.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

  7. Award 5 Penalty runs to the batting side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

  8. Law 41.4.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

  9. It is a deliberate attempt to distract.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

  10. The second sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

Test 2The effects of a distractionTake a test

  1. Neither batter shall be dismissed from that delivery.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

  2. The ball shall not count as one of the over.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

  3. The report is last.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

  4. Any call of No ball shall stand.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

  5. Law 41.4.2 says the ball shall not count.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

  6. Law 41.4.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

  7. Law 41.4.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · recall

  8. The No ball call stands.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

  9. Neither batter shall be dismissed from that delivery.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

  10. Any call of No ball before shall stand.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.2 · applied

Test 3Distraction, deception or obstruction after the ball is receivedTake a test

  1. In addition to 41.4, for after the striker has received the ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.1 · recall

  2. By word or action.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.1 · recall

  3. The call follows the judgement.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5 · applied

  4. Law 41.5.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.1 · recall

  5. It must be wilful.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.2 · applied

  6. Law 41.5.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.2 · recall

  7. It is a wilful attempt to deceive after the ball is received.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.1 · applied

  8. Laws 41.5.1 to 41.5.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5 · applied

  9. The second sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.2 · recall

  10. The umpires judge whether it is wilful.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.2 · applied

Test 4Dead ball, no dismissal, and contactTake a test

  1. Law 41.5.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.3 · recall

  2. Law 41.5.4.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.4 · recall

  3. The decision precedes the sanctions.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.5 · applied

  4. The umpires together decide under Law 42.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.5 · recall

  5. Law 41.5.5 sends the umpires to Law 42.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.5 · applied

  6. Law 41.5.5.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.5 · recall

  7. Physical contact brings Law 42 in.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.5 · applied

  8. The Law lists them in that order.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5 · applied

  9. The third sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.3 · recall

  10. The fourth sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.4 · recall

Test 5The sanctions after a wilful obstructionTake a test

  1. Law 41.5.6.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.6 · recall

  2. Signal No ball or Wide to the scorers.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.6 · recall

  3. Law 41.5.3 to 41.5.9.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5 · applied

  4. The ball shall not count as one of the over.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.7 · recall

  5. Law 41.5.6 awards the batting side 5 Penalty runs.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.6 · applied

  6. Completed runs plus the run in progress are scored.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.8 · recall

  7. The run in progress shall be scored whether or not the batters had crossed.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.8 · recall

  8. Law 41.5.6 to 41.5.10.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5 · applied

  9. Law 41.5.9.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.9 · recall

  10. Law 41.5.10.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.10 · recall

41.414Unfair Play: Dangerous Deliveries and the Deliberate No Ball

Dangerous and unfair short pitched bowling (the test, No ball, the first and final caution, a further delivery and suspension), dangerous and unfair non-pitching deliveries above waist height with their independent sequence, the immediate suspension for a deliberate non-pitching delivery, and the deliberate front-foot No ball.

Test 1Dangerous and unfair short pitched deliveriesTake a test

  1. Law 41.6.1 turns on the likelihood of physical injury to him.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.1 · recall

  2. The umpire takes into consideration the skill of the striker when judging whether bowling is dangerous.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.1 · recall

  3. The judgement follows the weighing.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.1 · applied

  4. The Law names speed, length, height and direction.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.1 · recall

  5. The Law says the equipment shall be disregarded.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.1 · applied

  6. He takes into consideration the skill of the striker.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.1 · recall

  7. The fact that the striker is wearing protective equipment shall be disregarded.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.1 · recall

  8. Law 41.6.1 defines dangerous short-pitched bowling, 41.6.2 unfair bowling repeatedly over head height, and 41.6.3 the No ball with the first and final caution.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6 · applied

  9. Repeatedly above the head height of the striker standing upright at the crease.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.2 · recall

  10. Ball bouncing over head height of striker.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.2 · recall

Test 2The first caution for short pitched bowlingTake a test

  1. Law 41.6.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · recall

  2. Law 41.6.3 has the umpire call No ball at once and then, once the ball is dead, caution the bowler as a first and final warning, telling the other umpire, the fielding captain and the batters.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · recall

  3. The caution is given when the ball is dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · applied

  4. A first and final warning.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · recall

  5. Law 41.6.3 requires No ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · applied

  6. Law 41.6.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · recall

  7. The caution shall apply to that bowler throughout the innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · recall

  8. Law 41.6.3 lists them so.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · applied

  9. He calls and signals No ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · applied

  10. The third sub-clause of 41.6.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.3 · recall

Test 3A further dangerous deliveryTake a test

  1. The umpire directs the captain to suspend him.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.4 · recall

  2. He calls and signals No ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.4 · recall

  3. The suspension follows the ball being dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.4 · applied

  4. The captain of the fielding side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.4 · recall

  5. Law 41.6.4 suspends the bowler for the innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.4 · applied

  6. He shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.4 · recall

  7. Law 41.6.4 hands the rest of the over to a colleague chosen so that no bowler ends up bowling in two consecutive overs: one with no part in the previous over, and who sits out the next.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.4 · recall

  8. The Law lists them in that order.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.4 · applied

  9. The warning sequence in 41.6.3 and 41.6.4 is independent of 41.7.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.5 · recall

  10. Law 41.6.5 and 41.7.5.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.5 · applied

Test 4Dangerous and unfair non-pitching deliveriesTake a test

  1. Any delivery that passes or would have passed without pitching above waist height of the striker.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.1 · recall

  2. Whenever such a delivery is bowled, No ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.1 · recall

  3. The caution follows Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.3 · applied

  4. If the bowler's end umpire considers there is a risk of injury.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.2 · recall

  5. Waist height without pitching is the test.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.1 · applied

  6. He shall disregard any protective equipment.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.2 · recall

  7. Speed, height and direction, plus the striker's skill and the repetition.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.2 · recall

  8. Laws 41.7.1 to 41.7.4.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7 · applied

  9. He repeats the No ball signal and cautions with a first and final warning.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.3 · recall

  10. The warning and action sequences are independent.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.5 · recall

Test 5Deliberate non-pitching and front-foot No ballTake a test

  1. The caution is dispensed with and he is suspended.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.6 · recall

  2. Immediately call and signal No ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.6 · recall

  3. The suspension follows the call.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.8 · applied

  4. Law 41.7.6 suspends a bowler at once for a deliberate non-pitching delivery, and the suspension lasts for the rest of that innings; a new innings is a fresh start.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.6 · recall

  5. Law 41.8 suspends the bowler at once.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.8 · applied

  6. Bowling of deliberate front-foot No ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.8 · recall

  7. He directs the fielding captain to suspend the bowler.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.8 · recall

  8. The Law lists them so.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.6 · applied

  9. Law 41.8 suspends him directly.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.8 · applied

  10. He shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.8 · recall

41.415Unfair Play: Time Wasting

Time wasting by the fielding side (a final warning to the captain, then 5 Penalty runs outside an over or suspension of the bowler during one) and by a batter (a final warning to both batters, then 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side).

Test 1Time wasting by the fielding sideTake a test

  1. It is unfair for any fielder to waste time.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.1 · recall

  2. If the progress of an over is unnecessarily slow, or time is wasted in any other way.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · recall

  3. The warning follows the call.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · applied

  4. By the captain of the fielding side or any other fielder.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · recall

  5. The first instance draws a final warning.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · applied

  6. If the ball is in play, call and signal Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · recall

  7. He warns the captain.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · recall

  8. Laws 41.9.1 to 41.9.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9 · applied

  9. Indicating that this is a first and final warning.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · recall

  10. He informs the batters.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · recall

Test 2A further waste of time by the fielding sideTake a test

  1. Award 5 Penalty runs to the batting side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · recall

  2. Direct the captain to suspend the bowler immediately.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · recall

  3. The suspension follows the call.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · applied

  4. He shall not be allowed to bowl again in that innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · recall

  5. Outside an over the penalty applies.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · applied

  6. Law 41.9.3 borrows the usual restriction for a replacement bowler: whoever finishes it cannot have sent down any of the preceding over and may not bowl the following one.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · recall

  7. He informs the fielding captain of the reason.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · recall

  8. The report is last.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · applied

  9. Not during an over, so the penalty applies.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · applied

  10. During the course of an over the bowler is suspended.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · applied

Test 3Time wasting by the batters, the warningTake a test

  1. Law 41.10.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.1 · recall

  2. The striker should always be ready when the bowler is ready.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.1 · recall

  3. The warning precedes the information.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.2 · applied

  4. He warns both batters.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.2 · recall

  5. The first instance draws a warning.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.2 · applied

  6. A first and final warning.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.2 · recall

  7. This warning shall apply throughout the innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.2 · recall

  8. Laws 41.10.1 to 41.10.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10 · applied

  9. The umpire shall so inform each incoming batter.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.2 · recall

  10. Either before the bowler starts his run-up or when the ball becomes dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.2 · recall

Test 4A further waste of time by a batterTake a test

  1. Award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · recall

  2. At the appropriate time while the ball is dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · recall

  3. The penalty is awarded when the ball is dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · applied

  4. Award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · recall

  5. The fielding side gets the runs.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · applied

  6. Law 41.10.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · recall

  7. Law 41.10.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · applied

  8. Law 41.10.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · applied

  9. Law 41.10.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · recall

  10. After the match the umpires together report repeated time wasting by a batter to the Executive of the offending side and to any Governing Body responsible for the match (Law 41.10.3).

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · recall

Test 5Time wasting in casesTake a test

  1. Not during an over.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.3 · applied

  2. A further waste of time by a batter.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.3 · applied

  3. Law 41.9.2 then 41.9.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9 · applied

  4. The ninth clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9 · recall

  5. Law 41.10 is headed Batter wasting time.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10 · applied

  6. The tenth clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10 · recall

  7. At the first instance Law 41.9.2 has the bowler's end umpire warn the fielding captain, as a first and final warning, and tell the batters what has happened.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.2 · recall

  8. Law 41.10.2 then 41.10.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10 · applied

  9. Both batters.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.2 · recall

  10. 41.9.1 to 41.9.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9 · recall

41.416Unfair Play: The Protected Area and Damage to the Pitch

The protected area (5 ft in front of each popping crease, 1 ft each side of the middle line), a fielder or batter causing deliberate or avoidable damage to the pitch, a bowler running on the protected area (caution, final warning, suspension), and the striker's position in the protected area.

Test 1The protected areaTake a test

  1. Law 41.11 is headed The protected area.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · recall

  2. Imaginary lines parallel to the popping creases and 5 ft/1.52 m in front of each.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · recall

  3. Laws 41.11 to 41.14.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41 · applied

  4. Each parallel to it and 1 ft/30.48 cm from it.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · recall

  5. Law 41.11 gives 5 ft.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · applied

  6. A rectangle bounded at each end and on the sides.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · recall

  7. Imaginary lines parallel to the popping creases.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · recall

  8. The side lines sit 1 ft from the centre line, the end lines 5 ft in front of each popping crease, and the distance between the two end lines is longer than either (Law 41.11).

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · applied

  9. The side lines are one each side of it.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · recall

  10. The eleventh clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · recall

Test 2A fielder damaging the pitchTake a test

  1. Law 41.12.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.1 · recall

  2. A fielder's damage is avoidable when either umpire sees no reasonable cause for him being on the pitch.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.1 · recall

  3. The caution follows Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.2 · applied

  4. At the first instance the Law gives a caution to the captain and nothing heavier.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.2 · recall

  5. The first instance draws a warning.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.2 · applied

  6. The caution for the fielding captain is both first and final, carrying through the innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.2 · recall

  7. Law 41.12.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.3 · recall

  8. Law 41.12.2 then 41.12.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12 · applied

  9. Signal No ball or Wide to the scorers if applicable.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.3 · recall

  10. His presence is without reasonable cause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.1 · applied

Test 3A bowler running on the protected areaTake a test

  1. Law 41.13.1.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.1 · recall

  2. Whether or not the ball is delivered.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.1 · recall

  3. The Law's three steps.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13 · applied

  4. Law 41.13.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.2 · recall

  5. Law 41.13.2 to 41.13.4.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13 · applied

  6. Law 41.13.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.2 · recall

  7. Law 41.13.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.3 · recall

  8. Law 41.13.4 lists them so.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.4 · applied

  9. Law 41.13.4.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.4 · recall

  10. Law 41.13.2 to 41.13.4.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13 · applied

Test 4A batter damaging the pitchTake a test

  1. He must move from it immediately thereafter.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.1 · recall

  2. Avoidable damage by a batter is judged by whether his presence on the pitch has any reasonable cause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.1 · recall

  3. The warning follows Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.2 · applied

  4. Law 41.14.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.2 · recall

  5. Law 41.14.3 disallows all runs.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.3 · applied

  6. Both batters get a warning that cannot be repeated, running through the innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.2 · recall

  7. Law 41.14.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.3 · recall

  8. The Law lists them so.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.3 · applied

  9. The umpire shall disallow all runs to the batting side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.3 · recall

  10. Return any not out batter to his original end.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.3 · recall

Test 5The striker in the protected areaTake a test

  1. He shall not adopt a batting position in the protected area or so close that frequent encroachment is inevitable.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.1 · recall

  2. Provided that no mark is unreasonably close to the protected area.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.1 · recall

  3. The warning precedes the penalty.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15 · applied

  4. Law 41.15.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.2 · recall

  5. He shall not adopt a position in the protected area.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.1 · applied

  6. He shall wait until the ball is dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.2 · recall

  7. The first breach by the striker brings a warning that is both first and final, with no penalty runs yet.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.2 · recall

  8. Laws 41.15.1 to 41.15.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15 · applied

  9. Law 41.15.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.3 · recall

  10. The fifteenth clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15 · recall

41.417Unfair Play: Stealing a Run and Penalty Runs

Batters stealing a run during the bowler's run-up (Dead ball, batters returned, 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side) and the general rules on Penalty runs (signalled when the ball is dead, awarded even after a result, scored as Penalty extras, added to a fielding side's completed or next innings).

Test 1Batters stealing a runTake a test

  1. Law 41.16.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  2. Call and signal Dead ball as soon as the batters cross.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  3. The sanction follows the call.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  4. Return the batters to their original ends.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  5. The fielding side gets the runs.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  6. Disallow the attempted run.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  7. Award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  8. The Law lists them so.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  9. Award 5 Penalty runs to the fielding side.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  10. Non-striker leaving his ground early.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

Test 2Stealing a run in casesTake a test

  1. Law 41.16.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  2. Law 41.16 excepts the case where the bowler attempts to run out the non-striker.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  3. Disallowance follows Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  4. Law 41.16.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  5. Law 41.16 requires Dead ball.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  6. Law 41.16.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  7. Law 41.16.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  8. Law 41.16 yields to Law 38.3.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  9. The sixteenth clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · recall

  10. The Law speaks of the bowler's run-up.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

Test 3Penalty runs: signalling and awardingTake a test

  1. When the ball is dead the umpire shall signal the Penalty runs.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.1 · recall

  2. Signals.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.1 · recall

  3. The signal is made when the ball is dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.1 · applied

  4. Law 41.17.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.2 · recall

  5. Law 41.17.1 says when the ball is dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.1 · applied

  6. Winning hit or extras.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.2 · recall

  7. Leg byes not awarded, runner's restriction, helmets and lawful second strike.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.2 · recall

  8. Law 41.17.2 lists them so.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.2 · applied

  9. Law 41.17.2.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.2 · applied

  10. The first sub-clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.1 · recall

Test 4How Penalty runs are scoredTake a test

  1. They shall be scored as Penalty extras.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.3 · recall

  2. They shall be in addition to any other penalties.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.3 · recall

  3. The batters do not change ends.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.3 · applied

  4. They are awarded when the ball is dead.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.3 · recall

  5. Law 41.17.3 scores them as Penalty extras.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.3 · applied

  6. Law 41.17.3 keeps the 5 Penalty runs separate from the deliveries around them: they are added when the ball is dead and are not counted as runs off either the ball before or the ball after.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.3 · recall

  7. A 5-run award on its own does not move the batters; under Law 41.17.3 they stay at the ends they are at unless something else in the delivery takes them across.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.3 · recall

  8. They are added to its next innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.4 · applied

  9. They are added as Penalty extras to that side's total in its most recently completed innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.4 · recall

  10. They shall be added to the score in its next innings.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.4 · recall

Test 5Law 41 as a wholeTake a test

  1. Law 40.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 40 · recall

  2. Law 42.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 42 · recall

  3. Laws 41.1 to 41.15.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41 · applied

  4. The third clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3 · recall

  5. Law 41.16 is headed Batters stealing a run.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.16 · applied

  6. The eighth clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.8 · recall

  7. The eleventh clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.11 · recall

  8. Laws 41.15, 41.16 and 41.17.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41 · applied

  9. The last clause.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17 · recall

  10. 41.17.1 to 41.17.4.

    Source: MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17 · recall

Sources

MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd edition, 2022), Law 41 with Laws 2.13, 5.5, 16.6, 21.10, 23.3, 25.7, 28.3, 34.4, 38.3 and 42 as cross-references (paraphrased in original wording; original questions authored from the Laws, not reproduced)

  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1621
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.218
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.114
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.111
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.311
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.311
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.210
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.310
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.1110
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.29
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.18
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.48
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.28
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 417
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.27
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.17
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.87
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.37
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.26
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.15
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4.25
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.55
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.55
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.35
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.15
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.25
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.34
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.14
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.24
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.64
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.94
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.104
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.24
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.2.1.33
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.173
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.33
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.43
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.63
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.13
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.23
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.13
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.133
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.23
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.13
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.153
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.23
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.17.43
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 422
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.22
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.52
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.4.12
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.32
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.42
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.82
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.22
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.6.52
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.32
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.10.12
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.12.32
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.12
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.22
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.42
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.14.12
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.21
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Laws 40 to 421
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.2.31
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.4.11
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.3.5.11
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.71
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.91
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.5.101
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.61
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.71
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.7.51
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.9.11
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.121
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.13.31
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 41.15.31
  • MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 code (3rd ed. 2022), Law 401