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4.32.1.1. This will be determined annually by the Executive to take account of changing numbers of teams and will be organised with the aim of limiting the number of Sunday games for our Saturday teams (a maximum of 5 rounds per cup) but also providing clubs at all levels with the real opportunity of winning a trophy against teams of a similar standard.
4.32.1.2. Placements in the Cups
4.32.1.2.1. All teams in GMCL Competition will be ranked by finishing place in our league competitions at the end of the season, before any promotions and relegations occur
4.32.1.2.1.1. This ranking will be used to determine the 1st XI teams allocated a place in the Lancashire Cricket Federation Knockout and
4.32.1.2.1.2. This will also be used as the basis for placements in our cup competitions.
4.32.1.3. The rounds will be described as
4.32.1.3.1. Round 1 (the Round of 32 – there are 32 teams)
4.32.1.3.2. Round 2 (the Round of 16)
4.32.1.3.3. Round 3 (the Round of 8) - Quarter Final
4.32.1.3.4. Round 4 (the Round of 4) - Semi Final
4.32.1.3.5. Round 5 (the Round of 2) - Final
4.32.2.1. Cup Draws
4.32.2.1.1. Draws are complex because of the number of cups played simultaneously meaning home and away requirements come into play to match First & Second XI teams in the cups to ensure clubs with two teams get one home game in the fist round and every subsequent round where both teams qualify.
4.32.2.1.2. Draws will be made by a group of (minimum 3) league directors and league officers. It is not possible to simply draw teams out of a “hat” nor is it possible to pre-draw the whole competition, preparations have to be made and limits on home teams or away teams may be required in advance and during the draw.
4.32.2.1.3. The first round draw (Round of 32) will be made as early as possible prior to the season and
4.32.2.1.4. Each subsequent round will be made following the round as soon as possible after all results are finalised and confirmed without appeal.
4.32.2.2. Match dates
4.32.2.3. Match Dates are fixed dates in order to support the leagues Sunday competition and an attempt (where possible) to avoid clashes with county and national competitions.
4.32.2.2.1. The dates of all the cup rounds are displayed here each season - https://www.gtrmcrcricket.co.uk/pages/gmcl-season-fixture-calendar
4.32.2.2.2. There are restrictions on changing match dates in cup competitions, see below.
4.32.2.3. Reserve Dates for Cup Rounds.
4.32.2.3.1. To assist the completion of the cup competition we provide reserve dates for cup games only after the first round but these are only available where a game is completely wiped out by the weather, any game partially affected by weather must be resolved on the day by DLS or bowl out as per the rules.
4.32.2.3.2. Only the Derek Kay Cup has a reserve date in the first round, all other cups must be decided on the fixture date, irrespective of weather.
4.32.2.3.2.1. The purpose of the rule is to provide a clearer set of dates for the Sunday Competitions.
4.32.2.3.3. Only one reserve date can be used for each round. These are set dates, usually the following weekend, please refer to https://www.gtrmcrcricket.co.uk/pages/gmcl-season-fixture-calendar
4.32.2.4. Fixture Clashes - GMCL Cup fixtures clashing with county or national competition fixtures
4.32.2.4.1. Despite best attempts it is not possible to completely avoid clashes with other competitions so GMCL will only sanction the rearrangement of a GMCL Cup 1st XI fixture if that fixture clashes with a match for the same team in the Lancashire Cup, National Knockout or National Village Cup.
4.32.2.4.1.1. For a Lancashire Cup, National Knockout or National Village Cup 1st XI cup game clashing with the original GMCL cup fixture date, the GMCL cup game must be played on the reserve date, if the weather intervenes on that reserve date then the match cannot be replayed and must go to a bowl out or coin toss. There can be no further rearrangement because this will impact the other teams in the competition and the Sunday Competition.
4.32.2.4.1.2. For a Lancashire Cup, National Knockout or National Village Cup 1st XI cup game where the clash is with the GMCL reserve date, which will be known before the original fixture date, the GMCL cup game mustthen be played to a conclusion on the original fixture date.
4.32.2.4.1.2.1. If the weather intervenes on that original date then the match cannot be replayed and must go to a bowl out or coin toss. There can be no further rearrangement because this will impact the other teams in the competition and the Sunday Competition.
4.32.2.4.2. The League will sanction the re-arrangement of any other home GMCL Cup fixture (any standard, any cup) or Sunday League fixture if that fixture clashes with a 1st XI home game in the Lancashire Cup, National Knockout or National Village Cup.
4.32.2.4.2.1. The first option is to reverse the league GMCL cup fixture, if possible
4.32.2.4.2.2. If this is not possible, the second option is to play on the reserve date.
4.32.2.4.2.2.1. if the weather intervenes on that reserve date then the match cannot be replayed and must go to a bowl out or coin toss. There can be no further rearrangement because this will impact the other teams in the competition and the Sunday Competition.
4.32.2.5. Fixture Changes - other requests
4.32.2.5.1. The Board will consider the rearrangement of any other GMCL Cup Fixture but only in exceptional circumstances.
4.32.2.5.1.1. Reasoning & Statements
4.32.2.5.1.1.1. All fixtures will be based on availability dates provided by all clubs at registration on or before 31st October and available dates cannot be changed after that date
4.32.2.5.1.1.2. Weeks of preparation goes into the organisation of GMCL fixtures and clubs publish their fixture calendars and organise sponsor agreements ahead of the season and therefore changes can be inconvenient and costly for opponents, through loss of sponsors and match day income.
4.32.2.5.1.2. Fixture Amendments - GMCL Cup fixtures
4.32.2.5.1.2.1. No alteration to Cup fixtures shall be allowed after publication, in accordance with the Club-League agreement, unless there are exceptional circumstances
4.32.2.5.1.2.2. If a team is unable to play without exceptional circumstances this will be considered a forfeit, and penalties will apply including loss of place in following seasons cup competitions.
4.32.2.6. Fixture Cancellations – Exceptional Circumstances & Misuse of Rules
4.32.2.6.1. Cancellations will attract a penalty on the defaulting club unless there are approved exceptional circumstances.
4.32.2.6.1.1. Cup finals are mostly on separate dates so that clubs can support their finalists and therefore it is unlikely that more than one team from a club will be playing in a final on the same day so there should be no request for movement for a teams cup final.
4.32.2.6.1.2. Semi-Final dates for 1st and 2nd XI or 3rd & 4th XI can clash but with the limited dates available we cannot rearrange semi-finals with limited time to rearrange.
4.32.2.6.2. Full details of the fixture change procedure for claims and penalties is at Rule 4.0.
4.32.3.1. The number of First XI cup competitions will vary
4.32.3.1.1. as determined annually by the Executive, detailed above at Rule 4.32.1.1.
4.32.3.1.2. For the current season there will be 3 cup competitions for First XIs
4.32.3.1.2.1. Premier - The Derek Kay Cup
4.32.3.1.2.2. Secondary - The First XI Championship Cup
4.32.3.1.2.3. Tertiary - The John Barrow Trophy
4.32.3.2. Teams entered into the Cups
4.32.3.2.1. All teams will have a ranking from GMCL League Competition as detailed above at Rule 4.32.1.2.
4.32.3.2.2. Whilst First XI cup entry is mandatory, any teams banned by the league for failure to complete cup fixtures in previous years will be excluded and the next highest ranking team will take the place of the excluded team.
4.31.3.3. Placement in the 1st XI Cups
4.31.3.3.1. The highest placed First XI teams shall compete for “The Derek Kay Cup”.
4.31.3.3.2. The number of teams in the Derek Kay Cup can vary from season to season, depending on Lancs KO qualification, full explanation at Rule 4.30.3.3.
4.31.3.3.2. Placement in the First XI Championship Cup & John Barrow Trophy
4.31.3.3.2.1. If there are then more than 48 first XI teams remaining to be placed after the Derek Kay Cup entrants then the next 32 highest ranked (Rule 4.31.1.2.) First XI teams shall compete for “The First XI Championship Cup”, and the remainder will compete for “The John Barrow Trophy”.
4.31.3.3.2.2. If there are 48 or fewer teams remaining to be placed after the Derek Kay Cup entrants then 16 teams, the lowest ranked (Rule 4.31.1.2.) First XI teams and any First XI teams playing in the Sunday League in any season, shall compete for “The John Barrow League Trophy” and the remainder will compete for “The 1st XI Championship Cup”.
4.32.4.1. Watering of Grounds
4.32.4.1.1 Under no circumstances shall the pitch be watered after 9:00 p.m. on the day but one before the day of the match. (i.e. 9pm Thursday for Saturday)
4.32.4.2. Boundary Perimeter
4.32.4.2.1. Clubs should check for and endeavour to remove overhanging trees and branches
4.32.4.3. Scoreboard Maintenance
4.32.4.3.1. The scoreboard should be checked and must be able to display a minimum of
4.32.4.3.1.1. total runs, wickets down
4.32.4.3.1.2. overs remaining, current individual batter’s score, last batter’s score,
4.32.4.3.1.3. total required to win,
4.32.4.3.1.4. Duckworth-Lewis-Stern Revised Target and D/L/S Par score
4.32.4.4. First Aid Kit
4.32.4.4.1. Every club must have a fully stocked First Aid Kit, this should be checked weekly in advance and restocked where necessary.
4.32.4.4.2. A notice showing the location of the kit must be displayed in the umpires’ room and the visitors changing room.
4.32.4.5. Ground Information
4.32.4.5.1. With clubs maybe visiting venues for the first time we ask that clubs make information available in changing rooms to inform visitors of such things as the location of first aid kits, local rules, practice areas, neighbour issues etc.
4.32.7.1. All players registered at a club are eligible to play for the club’s First XI in the GMCL 1st XI cups with the following exceptions
4.32.7.1.1. Any player currently banned from a league under the management of GMCL or by any ECB registered league must not play in this cup competition and is not eligible to play in any GMCL or other competition. No exemptions will be granted for Banned Players.
4.32.7.1.2. Players must meet the minimum Age Restriction for GMCL Open Age competition.
4.32.7.1.3. 1st XI Cup Teams are limited to 1 Category 3 player.
4.32.7.2. Clubs are reminded that all GMCL League & Cup competitions are meant to be for the appropriate players at their club
4.32.7.2.1. Only players meeting the registration requirements as set out in these full rules regarding players shall be eligible to play in the our cup competitions.
4.32.7.2.2. Clubs do have some freedom to select the players for teams playing at the same time however it should be remembered that the First XI competitions are for the best players clubs have available and clubs should ensure that this is the case in order to be fair to the competition and lower standard competitions; attempts to deliberately improve the standard of lower teams with inappropriate players, can attract penalties.
4.32.7.3. Paid players, Professionals and Paid Category 3 players may play at First XI level in GMCL Cups
4.32.7.4. Amateur Category 3 players may play in the GMCL Cups provided there is no professional Category 3 player in the team
4.32.7.5. Starred player rules do not have to be considered for selecting players for GMCL First XI Cups.
4.32.7.6. Loan players are not allowed to play in the GMCL Cups.
4.32.6.1. It is the Team Captain’s responsibility to ensure that the team’s squad list on play-cricket is up to date prior to the day of a game.
4.32.6.1.1. No Scorer (Home or Away) should be tasked to add players to squad lists shortly before or during a game.
4.32.6.2. All matches in the GMCL Cups MUST be scored using Play Cricket with Live ball by ball connected via wi-fi or the phone network to the Play Cricket Match Centre.
4.32.7.1. Both teams must attend the ground in the John Barrow cup competition, irrespective of weather.
4.32.7.1.1. The league does have a Rain Panel of Umpires but this is doesn't apply in the cups,
4.32.7.2. Teas
4.32.7.2.1. Supply of teas to opponents, umpires and scorers is not mandatory in the John Barrow cup competition, it is a decision for the home club
4.32.7.2.1.1. Clubs are required to notify the league of their tea provision for publication in advance of the season so that visiting clubs are aware.
4.32.7.2.1.2. Notwithstanding the above, as a courtesy the home club must offer a hot or cold drink to the umpires (umpires choice).
4.32.7.2.1.3. All tea costs are to be paid by the home side in GMCL League and Cup Competitions.
4.32.7.3. Scorers - see Rule 4.32.9. below
4.32.7.3.1. Both teams must have scorers present at the game
4.32.7.4. Cricket Kit
4.32.7.4.1. The purpose of this rule is to maintain high standards in all GMCL Competition, and the captains are responsible for ensuring compliance.
4.32.7.4.2. All players must appear in full “whites” cricket attire.
4.32.7.5. Base Layer under Kit
4.32.7.5.1. Players wishing to wear a visible base layer underneath a short sleeve shirt may do so, as long as the base layer is the same colour as the shirt or white
4.32.7.6. Caps
4.32.7.6.1. Caps may be worn where printed or embroidered with their club badge or league or county representative caps awarded. Country caps and other sports teams caps should not be worn.
4.32.8.1. Club Authority on Match Day - The League deem the appointed Team Captain for the match, present at the game, as the authority over the team attending a match
4.32.8.1.1. This applies from arrival at the ground to leaving after the game,
4.32.8.1.1.1. The captain is responsible for all interactions of the team with League Officials including Umpires, the Scorers, and opponents, and
4.32.8.1.1.2. The captain is responsible for all the team’s compliance with the rules, and
4.32.8.1.1.3. The captain is responsible for the team's attitude to participants of the match and behaviour of the team on and off the field.
4.32.8.1.2. The Board will hold the captain accountable for any breaches in rules by the team at a match.
4.32.8.1.3. Should the designated captain arrive after other players or leave before other members of the team then the vice-captain or most senior player present shall be the designated captain.
4.32.8.2. Attendance and Readiness at the Match
4.32.8.2.1. Captains will be responsible for ensuring their team is present at the ground on time.
4.32.8.2.2. Captains will be responsible for ensuring their team is ready to start the game on time.
4.32.8.3. Full Team at Start
4.32.8.3.1. The club’s agreement within the MOU includes only registering in competitions for which they have sufficient players.
4.32.8.3.1.1. A penalty as set out in the Penalties Appendix , shall be imposed on any club not playing a full team
4.32.8.3.2. The minimum number of players to constitute a team at the start of play will be 7.
4.32.8.3.3. MCC law 24.2 will apply to those players who arrive late with regards as to when they may bat/bowl.
4.32.8.4. Cricket Kit
4.32.8.4.1. The purpose of this rule is to maintain high standards in the GMCL Competition, and the captains are responsible for ensuring compliance.
4.32.8.4.2. All players must appear in full “whites” cricket attire.
4.32.8.4.3. Players wishing to wear a visible base layer underneath a short sleeve shirt may do so, as long as the base layer is the same colour as the shirt or white
4.32.8.4.4. Caps may be worn where printed or embroidered with their club badge or league or county representative caps awarded. Country caps and other sports teams caps should not be worn.
4.32.9.1. Mandatory Scorers
4.32.9.1.1. Competing clubs are to have scorers for all teams.
4.32.9.1.2. It is expected that both teams have a scorer present
4.32.9.2. If one team does not have a scorer available for a match, then
4.32.9.2.1. they must, in advance of the game, notify the other team that they do not have a scorer to check that the game will have a scorer and
4.32.9.2.2. The team not supplying the scorer must pay the opponent’s scorer £25, (irrespective of what the opponents pay their scorer).
4.32.9.2.3. The team not supplying the scorer has a penalty in accordance with the Penalties Appendix.
4.32.9.2.4. The umpires must report a team without a scorer.
4.32.9.3 Should neither team have a scorer then
4.32.9.3.1. the home club should immediately contact the league to cancel the game and umpires.
4.32.9.3.2. Should this not be done in time and the umpires attend then they must both be paid by the home team.
4.32.9.3.3. A penalty will be levied against both teams (see Penalties Appendix).
4.13.8.1. Visitor Facilities
4.13.8.1.1. Clubs should ensure that visitors changing rooms are clean and tidy prior to their arrival
4.13.8.1.2. Clubs should ensure that Umpires changing rooms are clean and tidy prior to their arrival
4.13.8.2. Boundaries, Boundary Markers & Safety
4.13.8.2.1. Clubs must use a Boundary rope / boards where they have them
4.13.8.2.2. Flags must be used on a painted boundary
4.13.8.2.3. (New for 2025 season) Boundary Edge Safety
4.13.8.2.3.1. A recommendation was issued to clubs that the boundary should be 3 metres from any hard hazard such as walls, trees, benches etc this relates to any immovable objects or features
4.13.8.2.3.1.1. At grounds where the pitched wicket is close to the boundary this would significantly reduce the outfield however it is a real safety risk for boundaries to be up against the hard hazard.
4.13.8.2.3.1.2. The Board have decided that clubs should stick to the recommendation of 3 metres, however the boundary must be at least 1.5 metres from the immovable object where there is limited space, the umpires will be required to check this safety element.
4.13.8.2.3.2. Movable objects, such as rollers, must be 3 metres from the Boundary Edge.
4.13.8.3. Sight Screens
4.13.8.3.1. Boundaries can no longer be moved to accommodate the movement of a sight screen during a game
4.13.8.3.2. Where sight screens would normally be wholly or partly within the field of play
4.13.8.3.2.1. all clubs must now place a boundary line in front of the screen and supports
4.13.8.3.2.2. that boundary line must extend wide enough to allow the movement of the sight screen from side to side to accommodate all bowlers’ actions during the whole game to ensure that the sight screen remains wholly outside the boundary for the whole of the game.
4.13.8.3.2.3. Where a rope delineates the boundary, this rope must be in position before start of play to allow the sightscreen to be moved without alteration to the boundary throughout the game to accommodate bowlers over and around the wicket
4.13.8.3.2.4. Therefore, any ball off the bat pitching behind the line and within the extremities of the sight screen will count six runs.
4.13.8.4. Fielding Circle
4.13.8.4.1. A fielding circle shall be marked for all senior games
4.13.8.4.1.1. There should be an area made up of two semi-circles behind the stumps at each end, centred on each middle stump at 5 yard intervals by a plastic or rubber disc measuring around 7 inches in diameter.
4.13.8.4.1.2. Each semi-circle must have a radius of 30 yards and should be joined by parallel lines at each side of the pitch.
4.13.8.4.1.3. This applies to all League, Cup and GMCL20 games
4.32.11.1. Start Times in GMCL cup games
4.32.11.1.1. April 12:30pm;
4.32.11.1.2. May to 2nd Sunday in August 1pm;
4.32.11.1.3. 3rd Sunday in August to 31st August 12:30pm;
4.32.11.1.4. September 12 noon
4.32.11.2. Match Overs - All First & Second XI Cup games are 45 over games
4.32.11.3. Innings Length - All First & Second XI Cup games - Maximum Time is 2 hrs 50 mins.
4.32.11.4. Umpires
4.32.11.4.1. The Umpires Association will appoint two panel umpires to GMCL cup games
4.32.11.4.2. Umpire Fees -
4.32.11.4.2.1. The match fee is £60 where there is any play
4.32.11.4.2.2. The fee is 50% of the normal match fee for the game in question if the game is abandoned before the start time, without a ball bowled.
4.32.12.1. MCC Law 1.2 Nomination of Players: -
4.32.12.1.1. Each Captain shall name the players on an ECB Team Card to one of the umpires before the toss.
4.32.12.1.2. No player may be changed after the nomination without the consent of the opposing captain.
4.32.12.2. Notifying the Scorers.
4.32.12.2.1. The Umpires should immediately make the lists available to the scorers to ensure that the Play Cricket team on the Scoring App is completed and ready to start the game and verify that the players listed on Play Cricket match the cards.
4.32.12.2.2. The umpires are to be shown the team lists on Play Cricket by the scorers to confirm all players are registered to play in GMCL.
4.32.13.1. Captains shall toss no earlier than 30 minutes before the scheduled start but no later than 15 minutes before scheduled or agreed start time (“the Toss Time”),
4.32.13.1.1. after which the batting side’s captain can request that the pitch be rolled for not more than 7 minutes.
4.32.13.2. If a captain or person deputising for him is not available at the latest Toss Time then the other team shall have the decision as to whether to bat or bowl first.
4.32.14.1. Prior to taking the field the captain of the bowling side must hand to the umpires a regulated match ball to start the innings and a suitable spare ball for inspection, which the umpires will hand back when on the field, ready for play. This applies to the start of both innings.
4.32.14.1.1. The umpires are to report failure to provide the appropriate match ball
4.32.14.1.2. The Match Balls required in GMCL in the John Barrow Trophy games are as follows:
4.32.14.1.2.1. Match to commence with NEW Red Windsor Ball
4.32.14.1.2.2. Spare Ball must be a Used Red Windsor Ball
4.32.14.1.2.2.1. In order to maintain standards any used ball provided at the start of the innings must be in a good enough condition that the embossed badges must show that the ball is a GMCL ball of the required standard. If not, the used ball cannot be used as a spare.
4.32.14.2. Should it arise that there is a new club joining the League, the new club has no exemption from using GMCL stamped balls for the full season in the cups.
4.32.14.3. Should we have a change of ball supplier then special instructions will be issued to umpires and teams regarding balls to use.
4.32.15.1. A bell, hand or wall mounted, must be rung 10 minutes prior to the time play should commence, and 5 minutes from the resumption of play after the interval.
4.32.15.1.1. The ringing of the bell is to be the responsibility of the umpires.
4.32.15.1.2. Players must be ready and take the field along with the umpires 5 minutes prior to the time a match shall commence and at the interval.
4.32.16.1 Laws of the Game
4.32.16.1.1. All matches must be played under the Laws of Cricket produced by the M.C.C. except as provided by these rules, or as the Board might decide
4.32.17.1. When a time for restart is known,
4.32.17.1.1. The umpires should calculate the overs lost, there is no Grace Period in the cups.
4.32.17.1.1.1. for every 7.5 minutes lost, the match shall be reduced by 2 overs
4.32.17.1.1.2. This is one per team because the innings must be equal at the start of the game
4.32.17.1.1.3. down to a minimum of 40 overs, 20 per side (league minimum) or 20 overs.
4.32.17.1.1.4. Should the calculation go beyond this the game must be abandoned and the league will deal with the issue upon receipt of the Umpire’s report
4.32.17.2. Umpires should report the reasons given for any late starts other than weather.
4.32.17.2.1. Where the circumstances were beyond a team or player’s control
4.32.17.2.1.1. The Board or an Executive Sub-Committee shall record the event and may excuse the offending team on reasonable grounds.
4.32.17.2.2. Captains will be responsible for ensuring their team is ready to start the game on time.
4.32.17.2.2.1. Prompt starts are expected for all games and a penalty shall be imposed for a late start in circumstances that were not beyond the control of the offending players/team (see Penalties Appendix),
4.32.17.2.2.2. Where it is found that a game was deliberately delayed in order to gain an advantage then the league may levy a fine of £100 and apply a further points deduction.
4.32.18.1. Overs can be lost due to bad weather before the start of the game – see “Weather Affected Matches”
4.32.19.1. There is a restriction on the placement of fielders, at the moment of delivery,
4.32.19.1.1. a minimum of 4 fielders (plus the Bowler and Wicket Keeper) must be within the marked Fielding Circle.
4.32.19.1.2. In the event of infringement, the Striker’s End Umpire shall call and signal “No Ball”.
4.32.20.1. No bowler will be allowed to bowl more than 20% of the overs of an innings.
4.32.20.1.1. The maximum is recalculated, rounded up, when overs are lost from the game on the new expected innings length at the time the first over is bowled at the restart, examples are
4.32.20.1.1.1. In the cup, 41 to 45 overs maximum is 9 overs per bowler
4.32.20.1.1.3. 36 to 40 overs maximum is 8 overs per bowler
4.32.20.1.1.4. 31 to 35 overs maximum is 7 overs per bowler
4.32.20.1.1.5. 26 to 30 overs maximum is 6 overs per bowler
4.32.20.1.1.6. 21 to 25 overs maximum is 5 overs per bowler
4.32.20.1.1.7. 20 overs maximum is 4 overs per bowler
4.32.21.1. Please refer to Rule 3.4 for all restrictions on players Under 13 to Under 19
4.32.22.1. In addition to “traditional” wides Umpires shall call and signal “Wide” to deliveries that go behind the batter’s legs and miss the stumps
4.32.23.1. In addition to Law 41.6 the following regulations shall apply in all GMCL Competitions
4.32.23.1.1. For clarity, a fast-short pitched ball is defined as a ball which passes or would have passed above the shoulder of the batter standing upright in the crease.
4.32.23.1.2. Any delivery which, after pitching, is clearly over the head of the striking batter standing upright at the crease will be called a No Ball.
4.32.23.2. But in addition, our rules ensure fair play by limiting the number of fast short pitched deliveries (above shoulder) that may be bowled
4.32.23.2.1. The Umpire at the bowler's end shall make it clear to both the bowler and the batter when such a delivery has been bowled.
4.32.23.2.2. A bowler shall be limited to one fast short pitched ball per over.
4.32.23.3. Penalties for Short Pitched Deliveries
4.32.23.3.1. If this limit of one fast short pitched ball per over is exceeded
4.32.23.3.1.1. The Umpire at the bowler's end shall call and signal "No Ball" on each occasion.
4.32.23.3.1.2. And the umpire must invoke the procedures of Law 42.7 (a) regarding cautioning the bowler.
4.32.23.3.2. Second Offence in the game
4.32.23.3.2.1. If a bowler is "No Balled" a second time in the innings for the same offence the Umpire shall advise the bowler that this is the final warning for the bowler as provided for in that innings.
4.32.23.3.3. Third Offence in the game
4.32.23.3.3.1. A third such offence in the same innings shall cause the Umpire to invoke Law 42.7 (c),
4.32.23.3.3.2. i.e. the bowler shall be removed forthwith and shall not be allowed to bowl again, in that innings.
4.32.24.1. Responsibility to meet Over Rate
4.32.24.1. In order to maintain a schedule for the game and a latest tea-time and match end, we impose time limits on each innings of a game
4.32.24.1.1. The Captain of the fielding side is responsible for the teams over rate, which the captain may check with the umpires at any time during the innings.
4.32.24.2. Umpires Advice on Over Rate
4.32.24.2.1. Each innings is monitored independently
4.32.24.2.1.1. Umpires should inform the fielding captain of the passage of each full hour of playing time and the number of overs bowled.
4.32.24.2.1.2. Umpires will allow a maximum five minutes per drinks interval, if taken, and will make appropriate allowances for unavoidable stoppages caused by injuries or other extenuating circumstances.
4.32.24.3. Failure to meet Over Rate in GMCL cup games
4.32.24.3.1. If the fielding team in either innings fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the innings (i.e. 2 hours, 50 minutes for 45 over games),a penalty of 6 runs per full over not bowled will be added to the batting sides score at the time that the time limit is passed and then play shall continue until the required number of overs has been bowled.
4.32.24.3.2. If penalty runs are added in the second innings and these runs take the team batting second past the required score, the match will cease with the team batting second winning the match.
4.32.24.3.3. Umpires have discretion on the cause of irregular delays and should notify batters if they are deemed to be causing a delay at the time that delay occurs.
4.32.24.3.4. Where any penalty has been applied to the bowling side, this must be reported on the umpire's report for the game.
4.32.24.3.4.1. On receiving such a report, the League will apply the sanction in the Penalties Appendix
4.32.24.4. Time Allotted and Scheduled Time
4.32.24.4.1. For the purposes of the above provisions on slow over rates, if a match has reduced overs then the time allotted and scheduled time for cessation of the innings shall be recalculated.
4.32.24.4.2. For example a 45 over cup game starting at 12.30pm has an allotted time for an innings of 2 hours 50 minutes so the 1st innings is scheduled to finish at 3.20pm. Part way through the 1st innings there is a 30 minute rain delay. The match is therefore reduced to a 41 overs per side match with innings playing time allotted of 2 hours 35 minutes and a scheduled finish time of the 1st innings of 4.05pm (ie from 12.30pm start, 2 hours 35 minutes playing time plus 30 minutes rain delay)
4.32.25.1. There can be no declaration in the GMCL Cup competitions or in GMCL20
4.32.26.1. The tea interval will be 30 minutes, with the umpires advising both captains of the restart time after leaving the field
4.32.26.1.1. If tea has been taken during a weather delay, then the break between innings will be 10 minutes with the umpires advising both captains of the restart time after leaving the field
4.32.27.1. Supply of teas to opponents, umpires and scorers is not mandatory in The John Barrow Trophy
4.32.27.1.1. Notwithstanding the above as a courtesy to umpires all home clubs for all games must offer a drink to the umpires and scorers at the interval (hot or cold being the umpires’ choice)
4.32.28.1. Respect for your opponent and officials
4.32.28.1.1. Post-match handshake
4.32.28.1.1.1. It is established practice in our League that all players in both sides shake hands with the umpires and each other as the bowling side leave the field at the end of the second innings. We ask captains to ensure that this practice continues in every game at every level, for the spirit of the game.
4.32.28.1.1.2. Should COVID restrictions be reintroduced, hand shakes or fist bumps create skin to skin contact so we would suggest that the current virus spreading prevention technique of bumping covered elbows resumes, until we receive the all clear again.
4.32.29.1. Post Match Meeting
4.32.29.1.1. Umpires & Captains’ Meeting
4.32.29.1.1.1. It is expected that the home captain or representative is available to meet with the captain or representatives of the visiting side and to meet with the umpires shortly after the end of the game. This will ensure that the final scores are confirmed and any issues arising during the game are closed off. This will also ensure any payments required for scorers and umpires are settled on the day.
4.32.29.2. Captain’s Report
4.32.29.2.1. Captain’s Reports are Mandatory
4.32.29.2.1. Each captain, within the 48 hours following a match, must submit the GMCL Captain’s Match Report found via the GMCL League website. Penalties will be imposed on clubs for late submission of forms after Wednesday Midnight (see Penalties Appendix). Completion of the report will be acknowledged by an automatic email.
4.32.29.3. Umpire’s Report
4.32.29.3.1. Umpire’s Reports are Mandatory
4.32.29.3.1.1. The umpires, within the 48 hours following a match, must submit the GMCL Umpire’s Match Report found via the GMCL League website.
4.32.30.1. Where there are no weather delays or interruptions
4.32.30.1.1. The team with the highest aggregate score (after penalty deductions) will be the winners.
4.32.30.1.2. But, if the aggregate scores are equal at the end of the match, where there are no weather interruptions to the game
4.32.30.1.2.1. The side losing the least number of wickets shall be declared the winners.
4.32.30.1.2.2. If the number of wickets lost by both sides is equal, the result shall be decided on the average scoring rate overall.(runs divided by overs faced)
4.32.30.1.2.3. Should this not bring about a decision, the higher scoring rate on the first 30 overs - (runs divided by overs faced) - shall be the winner
4.32.30.1.2.4. If still equal then the scoring rate calculations shall be made at 20 overs, 10 overs, 9 overs and then reducing by one over until a winner is found..
4.32.30.2. For weather affected games
4.32.30.2.1. Every effort should be made to have GMCL Cup matches completed on the fixture day.
4.32.30.2.2. Reserve Dates
4.32.30.2.2.1. Use of reserve dates will impact other teams, other cup competitions, Sunday League games and the availability of umpires.
4.32.30.2.2.2. There are reserve dates for certain rounds of the senior cup competitions however, with a full fixture programme for around 80 Sunday Teams, there are no completely free dates, and venues may not always be available at both clubs as it is not possible to predict the cup draw and fixture league games accordingly.
4.32.30.2.3. If the weather forecast is not good, then clubs should agree (with the umpires on the day) before the game as to whether the reserve date is available or a bowl out should be the solution.
4.32.30.2.4. For all other rules see the Weather Affected Matches rules