1. What is Net Run Rate (NRR) in cricket and how is it calculated?
Net Run Rate (NRR) is a statistical method used to separate teams with equal points in cricket tournaments. Instead of just looking at wins and losses, NRR shows how quickly a team scores runs and how quickly it concedes runs.
Example:
- Team A scored 300 runs in 50 overs (run rate = 6.00)
- Opponents scored 250 runs in 50 overs (run rate = 5.00)
- NRR = 6.00 – 5.00 = +1.00
👉 Why it matters:
In league stages like the World Cup or IPL, two teams often finish with the same number of points. NRR decides which team progresses.
👉 Interesting Facts:
In the 2019 World Cup, Pakistan and New Zealand had equal points, but New Zealand reached the semi-finals due to better NRR – TO READ FULL BLOG CLICK HERE .
2. What is the difference between Powerplay 1, 2 and 3 in cricket?
In limited-overs , the “Powerplay” refers to fielding restrictions that are designed to make the game more exciting.
- Powerplay 1 (1-10 overs in ODIs): Maximum 2 fielders outside the 30-yard circle.
- Powerplay 2 (11-40 overs): Maximum 4 fielders allowed out.
- Powerplay 3 (41-50 overs): Maximum 5 fielders allowed out.
👉 In T20s:
First 6 overs = Only 2 fielders allowed out.
Why is it important?
Batsmen take advantage in the early overs (Powerplay 1) while bowlers make a comeback later. TO READ FULL BLOG CLICK HERE .
3. Why do Test cricketers wear white clothes instead of coloured jerseys?
Cricketers wear white jerseys in Test matches for three main reasons:
- Tradition – Cric began with white jerseys in the 18th century, and Test cricket cherishes this history.
- Visibility – Red cric balls are more visible against white clothes.
- Prestige – White jerseys symbolise discipline and purity, making Test matches seem more special than the flashy T20.
👉 Fun fact:
Coloured clothing was first introduced in Kerry Packer’s World Series Cricket (1977).
4. What happens if a cricket match ends in a tie in a knockout tournament?
- In ODIs and T20s, tied matches go into a Super Over.
- If still tied, sometimes the boundary count rule or a second Super Over is used.
- In Test cricket, matches can end in a draw or a tie (this happens very rarely).
👉 Example:
The 2019 ICC World Cup Final (England vs New Zealand) ended in a draw even after the Super Over. England won due to the boundary count rule.
5. What is the difference between the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method and Net Run Rate (NRR)?
- NRR → Used to separate teams with equal points throughout the tournament.
- DLS → Used for a fair recalculation of targets in rain-affected matches.
👉 Example:
If a 50-over chase is halted due to rain, DLS decides how many runs the chasing team needs in fewer overs.
6. What is the rule of Super Over in T20 cricket?
- Super Over is used to break a tie.
- Each team bats for 6 balls.
- The team scoring more runs wins.
- If still tied → another Super Over.
👉 Example:
This rule was used in 2019 IPL Final (MI vs CSK) and many World Cup matches.
7. What is the difference between an ODI and a T20 match?
- ODI (One Day International): 50 overs per team, usually lasting 7-8 hours.
- T20 (Twenty20): 20 overs per team, lasting about 3 hours.
👉 ODI is a game of consistency and stamina, while T20 is a game of speed and entertainment.
8. Why do spinners shine one side of the ball while bowling in cricket?
Bowlers shine one side of the ball with sweat/saliva (this is now limited due to COVID rules).
- Reason: Creates swing in the air.
- Shiny side: Less air resistance.
- Rough side: More air resistance.
👉 This makes the ball move unpredictably, causing trouble for batsmen.
9. What happens if rain interrupts a cric final match?
- Reserve Day: Some ICC tournaments have an extra day for the final.
- DLS Method: If play resumes with fewer overs.
- Shared Trophy: In rare cases (e.g. 2002 Champions Trophy).
10. Why do cric change ends after every over?
To balance conditions like wind, sunlight or pitch wear.
To give equal chances to both bowlers from different ends.
Prevents bias in the game.
👉 Fun fact: This rule is often ignored in street cricket, but it is mandatory in professional cricket.
Also Check :- ICC Official Site (International Cricket Council)https://www.icc-cricket.com
