US EditionIPL 2025: Ban on use of saliva to shine cricket balls lifted
- Bowlers will be allowed to use saliva to shine the ball starting with IPL 2025, as announced by the BCCI during a meeting with team captains.
- The ban on saliva was originally imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic to prevent disease transmission among players.
- A new Code of Conduct will be enforced in IPL 2025, introducing a demerit points system lasting 36 months.
- The DRS will now include height-based no-ball and wide-ball reviews using Hawk-Eye technology for better accuracy.
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Pragmatic Answer to a Difficult Problem: Vettori on Use of a Second Ball to Counter Dew in IPL
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori on Saturday backed the decision to use a second ball in the evening matches to mitigate the dew factor during IPL 2025, calling it a "pragmatic answer to a difficult problem." Sports News | Pragmatic Answer to a Difficult Problem: Vettori on Use of a Second Ball to Counter Dew in IPL.
Saliva ban lifted in IPL 2025: Know why this change in rule will benefit teams in upcoming season
The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) took centre stage and announced that they would be lifting the ban on the usage of saliva on the ball from the start of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2025. The decision was announced at the captain’s meeting ahead of the IPL. It is interesting to note that the usage of saliva on the ball was prohibited after the Covid-19 pandemic, as the use of saliva could result in the contraction of the disea…
We support T20 leagues in new territories but nothing on table yet in Saudi Arabia: IPL chairman
New Delhi, Mar 22 (PTI) Nearing two decades of existence, brand IPL has become stronger than ever and doesn't see any threat from the growing number of T20 leagues globally, its chairman Arun Dhumal said on Saturday as he steered clear of the speculation swirling around an event backed by Saudi Arabia. Speaking to PTI as the league enters its 18th edition, Dhumal said the BCCI supports the rise in number of T20 leagues globally, especially in un…
IPL 2025: 4 Major Rule Changes You Need to Know
IPL 2025: 4 Major Rule Changes: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to begin on March 22, 2025, bringing excitement and fresh energy for cricket fans. Along with thrilling matches and top players in action, this season will also introduce four major rule changes. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made significant updates that will impact both teams and players. These new rules are expected to change how matches are pla…
BCCI Lifts Saliva Ban in IPL 2025
Fast Bowlers Welcome Decision, but Concerns Over Batting Dominance Persist The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to lift the ban on using saliva to shine the ball in the upcoming 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), a move that has been met with enthusiasm by fast bowlers. However, concerns remain about whether this change will be enough to counter the increasing dominance of batsmen in T20 cricket. Background:…
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