There will be some changes to the IPL 2024 rules from the previous season.
According to the new IPL 2024 rules, bowlers would be allowed to bowl two bouncers every over, a notable change from the previous standard of only one allowed short ball. This regulation was first implemented by the BCCI in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) earlier in the domestic 2023–24 season. Test and One Day International (ODI) games allow two bouncers every over; however, Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) strictly follow ICC regulations, allowing just one short ball.
The IPL 2024 rules are rearranging things by emphasizing batters vs. bowlers. The “Bouncer Blitz” is the most significant modification, giving bowlers two bouncers per over rather than just one. This might give the game a more aggressive edge. The “Smart Replay System” will also assist umpires in their work by providing quicker and more accurate reviews. Reviewing caught-behind calls is an intriguing retention as well, even in cases where the bat may nick the ball first. The IPL 2024 rules, which include changes to improve the competition, promise a thrilling season despite the absence of the ICC’s “stop clock” rule.
Additionally, the BCCI has decided to keep the regulation that requires them to confirm a catch when a stumping referral is made during an IPL 2024 match. This ruling differs from ICC norms, which state that stumping calls are only reviewed by the on-field umpire.
The BCCI will guarantee fairness to the fielding side by incorporating checks for catches prior to finalising stumping decisions.
IPL 2024 rules: No-stop clock
The teams will still be allowed to examine two balls in addition to wide and no balls, which was included as a feature last year. But since the IPL decided not to implement the stop-time rule, there will be a noticeable change from the most current ICC playing conditions. This decision, which will not be applied in the IPL, was made permanent for white-ball international matches with the intention of ensuring fast proceedings.
IPL 2024 rules: Smart Replay System
The announcement of a Smart Replay System in the next tournament edition arrived a few days ago. Two Hawk-Eye system operators will now be seated next to the TV umpire in the same room, providing direct input to improve decision-making speed and accuracy.
This new system will use eight high-speed cameras that are placed strategically throughout the ground to take photos and give full visual data for precise assessments. According to ESPNCricinfo, this revised arrangement will render the TV broadcast director’s custom of serving as a go-between for the umpire and the Hawk-Eye operators obsolete.
The season begins on March 22.
The rematch between the reigning champion Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Chepauk Stadium will be the main event of the upcoming season. Two of India’s greatest cricket players, MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli, will play their first competitive match during this encounter.
While Kohli hasn’t played since January of this year, Dhoni last made an appearance on a cricket field during the IPL 2023 final, where he helped the team defeat the Gujarat Titans.
The RCB announced a rebranding a few days prior to the match, dropping the word “Bangalore” from their name in favor of Bengaluru, the current name of the city.
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