• Each team will consist of 9 players, with 8 playing and 1 as a substitute.
• In case of a tie, a Super Over will determine the winner.
• Umpire decisions are final, and no arguments will be entertained.

• A free hit will be awarded to the batting team.
• Only run-outs are allowed on no balls and free hits.
• Byes and leg byes are allowed; however, LBW dismissals will not be considered.
• The bowler must declare their bowling side before starting the over. Failure to do so will result in a no-ball.
• Bowling speed must not exceed 65 km/h. Exceeding this limit will result in a no-ball.
• A "Super Over" will be implemented in the first three overs, allowing only 2 players behind the centre line. For the remaining overs, 3 players are allowed behind the centre line (minimum 1 player).
• A bowler touching the front line of the bowling box will be penalized with a no-ball.
• At least one leg of the bowler must remain inside the box while delivering the ball.
• A new ball will be provided for each match.
• Match durations:
• League matches: 6 overs
• Quarterfinals and semifinals: 7 overs.
• Finals: 8 overs.
• Every bowler must bowl exactly 1 over.

• Teams must report 30 minutes before their scheduled match.
• Opening batsmen cannot repeat in league matches and quarterfinals.
• Substitute players in league and quarterfinal matches must be different.
• Opening batsmen cannot bowl during the first two overs.
• Teams with female players will receive an additional 10 runs in all matches.
• Consumption of alcohol or drugs will result in immediate player suspension.
• Teams must play with players selected during the auction.
• Every player must participate in at least three league matches and one match in subsequent rounds.
• In case an auctioned player is unavailable, a substitute fielder may be used but not for batting or bowling.
• A ball going out of the net will be declared a dead ball, except on the boundary side.
• A ball hitting the corner pillar of the boundary net will be awarded 4 runs.
• If a ball hits the top net and is caught, the batsman is out. If the ball hits the side net before being caught, the batsman remains not out.
• If a batsman is caught and the fielder touches the net, the batsman will be awarded 6 runs.
• Match timings set by the organizers are final, with no changes allowed.
• Players may wear gloves during matches.
• Injured batsmen needing a runner require approval from both team captains, with the runner selected from the batting team's players.
• Only wooden bats are permitted.
• Teams will use the same ball for both innings of a match.
• The management reserves the right to modify rules under unusual circumstances.

• Each team owner, one assistant, and one icon player are allowed at the auction table.
• Players, other than owners and icons, are not allowed to attend the auction.
• Unsold players will be re-auctioned after the first round.
• Teams will have a budget of 20,000 points to auction 8 players, including the icon player.
• Team owners who are not players will receive one player through a lottery system.
• Each team may have only one icon player.
• The management will release the list of icon players and other players 48 hours before the auction.
• Objections to icon player selection will be allowed before the auction.
• The base price of players will be disclosed at the auction.
• Auction bids will increase by 300 points per increment.

This detailed rulebook ensures fair play, an exciting competition, and a memorable Scatola Cricket League 2025!