The workshop, conducted by MCC, the custodians of the Laws of Cricket, was led by MCC Head of Cricket Fraser Stewart and Jonny Singer. It focused on the key changes introduced in the new edition, with participants also being taken through practical video examples and an interactive question-and-answer session.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
A key highlight of the programme was the launch of the MCC Laws of Cricket app in Hindi, aimed at making the Laws more accessible to the cricketing community across India.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The app is available in multiple Indian languages, including Hindi, Urdu, Bengali and Kannada, among others, allowing officials, players, fans and viewers to better understand the updated Laws.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Fraser Stewart, Head of Cricket, MCC, said the practical nature of the workshop allowed umpires to understand the changes and their application on the field.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe are delighted to be in Delhi and to engage with the DDCA\u2019s umpires ahead of the new Laws coming into effect on October 1. The practical nature of the session allowed us to discuss the changes and how they will apply on the field,\u201d Stewart said. \u201cWe are also very pleased to launch the MCC Laws of Cricket app in Hindi, helping make the Laws more widely available for everyone who follows and loves this sport deeply in India,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
DDCA President Rohan Jaitley said the workshop would help umpires gain a clearer understanding of the changes and their practical application on the field.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe Laws of Cricket form the foundation of how the game is played and officiated. As the new changes come into effect on October 1, it is important for our umpires to have a clear understanding of the changes and their practical application,\u201d Jaitley said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cAll of us at the DDCA are delighted to have hosted the MCC in Delhi and to have provided our umpires with the opportunity to interact directly with Fraser Stewart and Jonny Singer. The availability of the MCC Laws of Cricket app in Hindi is also a welcome step towards making the Laws more accessible to a wider cricketing community in the country,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The new edition includes tighter size and weight tolerances for cricket balls used in women\u2019s and junior cricket, while Type D laminated bats will be permitted in most adult or open-age cricket, subject to regulations of the relevant governing body.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Among other changes, the final over of the day will be completed even if a wicket falls, provided playing conditions remain fit. The Laws also provide greater clarity on running, boundary catches, overthrows, dead ball situations and dismissals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
DDCA Director Shyam Sharma said the workshop would help the Association\u2019s umpires enhance their understanding of the Laws and align their officiating with global standards.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe are thankful to Rohan Jaitley, President, DDCA, for their support in bringing this MCC initiative to Delhi. Hosting the MCC team is extremely beneficial for our umpires as they get to enhance their understanding of the Laws and align with global standards,\u201d Sharma said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe will continue to take these initiatives further with ICC, BCCI and the other boards, in strengthening officiating standards in Delhi cricket,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe are thankful to Rohan Jaitley, President, DDCA, for their support in bringing this MCC initiative to Delhi. Hosting the MCC team is extremely beneficial for our umpires as they get to enhance their understanding of the Laws and align with global standards,\u201d Sharma said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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