Archive · 27 Jun 2025
ICC Announces New Rules in International Cricket
The ICC is updating cricket rules!
In Test matches, bowlers need to bowl faster.
ODI games will use different balls.
Fielders near the boundary have new rules.
Batters trying to score short runs will face penalties.
Concussion rules get stricter, ensuring player safety.
There will be a wide ball trial in 2025.
ICC implements a stop clock in Test cricket to speed up play.
In ODIs, teams will use two new balls for first 34 overs, then choose one.
Fielders making contact beyond the boundary must land inside it.
Stricter rules for deliberate short runs by batters are introduced.
New concussion protocols require designated replacements and a 7-day stand-down.
- Who
- International Cricket Council (ICC).
- What
- ICC announced significant changes to playing conditions in men's international cricket.
- When
- Changes began June 17 (WTC), with white-ball rules starting July 2 and 10.
- Where
- International cricket.
- Why
- To improve pace of play, fairness, and player safety.
- Sport
- Cricket
- Governing Body
- ICC
- Test Rule Change
- Stop clock implemented
- ODI Rule Change
- Ball selection changes after 34 overs
- Concussion Protocol
- 7-day stand down
- Wide Ball Trial
- October 2025
