This time IPL will be under new rules

Sports Desk: Several rules of cricket have been changed to avoid the risk of coronavirus. Cricketers have to abide by a lot of rules outside the norm. In addition to the rules given by the ICC in franchise cricket, the cricket board of that country also added some different rules. The 14th edition of the Indian Premier League is coming up on April 9. There are some new rules in this tournament too. It can be said that the 2021 IPL is starting with new rules.

Where the responsibilities of TV umpires are increasing. There is no use of an on-field soft signal. Besides, 90 minutes have been allotted for each innings. The Indian Cricket Board has taken a tough decision to save time. A letter from the BCCI to six IPL franchises said the TV umpire would decide if there was any doubt about the batsman's dismissal.

Such as whether there was a catch-out, whether there was a bump ball, or whether the batsman intentionally obstructed the fielder. Besides, in the case of a fair catch, the TV umpire will make a decision using technology. The 14th edition of IPL is starting on April 9. In the opening match of the tournament, last year's champions Mumbai Indians will face Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore. The cricket world is going to witness several new rules with this match. Where there is no use of an on-field soft signal.

This means that if there is any doubt about any out, the field umpire will go directly to the TV umpire without wasting time. The decision will be announced by the TV umpire. 90 minutes have been allotted for each innings. Except this, the power of over-rate rule has been given to the fourth umpire.

He will decide whether the batting or fielding team is wasting time on purpose. The TV umpire has also been given the power to decide on short-run rules. If the field umpire decides a short-run, the TV umpire can change it by watching the review. Although several new rules have been added, there is no spectator presence due to Corona. Although the IPL is on the soil of the country, this popular franchise cricket league will be held in a stadium without spectators. Where no team is getting the opportunity to play a home match.