COVID-19 impact | ICC bans use of saliva on ball, allows COVID-19 replacements in Test matches

Each team will be given up to two warnings per innings; however, repeated use of saliva will end in a 5-run penalty to the batting side. Moreover, each time saliva is applied to the ball, the umpires will have to clean it before the match recommences.

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June 09, 2020 / 19:38 IST

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In view of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the International Cricket Council on June 9 announced the temporary changes that would be introduced to its playing regulations.

The changes include the ban on using saliva to shine balls and allowing home umpires in international series.

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Each team will be given up to two warnings per innings; however, repeated use of saliva will end in a 5-run penalty to the batting side. Moreover, each time saliva is applied to the ball, the umpires will have to clean it before the match recommences.

The appointment of home umpires for international matches was recommended by the Cricket Committee led by former Indian leg-spinner Anil Kumble.

Cricket teams will now be allowed to replace players exhibiting novel coronavirus symptoms such as respiratory issues, fever, cough, etc., during Test matches.

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COVID-19 impact | ICC bans use of saliva on ball, allows COVID-19 replacements in Test matches

Each team will be given up to two warnings per innings; however, repeated use of saliva will end in a 5-run penalty to the batting side. Moreover, each time saliva is applied to the ball, the umpires will have to clean it before the match recommences.

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COVID-19 impact | ICC bans use of saliva on ball, allows COVID-19 replacements in Test matches

Each team will be given up to two warnings per innings; however, repeated use of saliva will end in a 5-run penalty to the batting side. Moreover, each time saliva is applied to the ball, the umpires will have to clean it before the match recommences.

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