Topic: Should bat regulations be updated? (Read 26482 times)

Bats_Entertainment · « **Reply #90 on:** November 18, 2016, 01:58:47 PM »

Quote from: procricket on November 18, 2016, 01:49:51 PM

And the fact size is not in truth why it goes miles....

You can tell people this until you're blue in the face...

sachin200 · « **Reply #91 on:** November 22, 2016, 04:07:49 AM »

Quote from: Sitonit on July 09, 2016, 04:44:27 PM

So Ricky Ponting is one the first significant high profile cricket personnel has voiced his opinion to enforce more regulations on cricket bats in an attempt to bring some balance back in the game.

Even though, in his own days Ricky played with a graphite reinforced bat, I think he has a point.

I remember the days when fans would jump out of their seats and dance in joy when a four was hit. (Just like when a goal is scored in a tense soccer game)
These days, people yawn at sixes.

It has reach to a point that I enjoy watching baseball ball more than IPL.

These sixes look meaningless.

What's after this?
T10, F5, and then just a one over matches? What we call those? A super-over match or O1?

They decreased the boundary lines, they choked the charm of bouncers, they gave a free license to kill in the name of free hit, they enforced powerplay and whatnot, all in an effort to create more artificial excitement in the game and generate more revenue. But they didn't realize that you can't scare the public with the same alligator for too long.

To really put the skills to test, I would like the following changes.

1 - Boundary lines MUST BE 85 meters for ANY int'l game for ALL 3 formats. Any ground that does not meet this requirement should be disqualified for international games.

2 - No free hit rule. Front foot no ball and beamers may result in 2 runs penalty.

3 - Bat's weight range should be 2.10 and 2.12. Max edge size 35 mm. Max spine size 55 mm. Toe size max 20 mm. Shoulder max size 15 mm

4 - No restriction on bouncers per over.

5 - No limit on number of overs on a bowler. If a batsman could bat as long as he wants to bat then a bowler should also be allowed to bowl as long as he wants to long.

^^^ THIS will separate boys from men.http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/Smileys/MSNIcons/wink.gif

One of the moderators of this forum brought in an AU made GN Kaboom bat (it was Warner shape). That scared the hell out of me! Even if he gets a few strokes correct and by mistake if someone happens to be in the firing line, they will kiss goodbye to the world! The bowlers, umpires, crowd, the non-striker - all are in grave danger!

Does anyone remember this incident? I think this is what caused Shreeshath lose his mind and he is absolutely correct in blaming Dhoni for his plight

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http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2ny2r5

tim2000s · « **Reply #92 on:** November 22, 2016, 11:57:25 AM »

Quote from: Vitas Cricket on November 18, 2016, 12:35:25 PM

I overheard a phonecall today with the lawmakers at the MCC who confirmed there would be a moratorium for amateur cricketers to use their bats that don't conform. The length of the grace period hasn't been decided yet but considering they estimated is would be at least 3 years (from October 2017 when the law is apparently scheduled to change) before the regulations came in at minor counties level, i think club cricketers will be fine for the foreseeable.

Best be using my XP80 next year then....

adb club cricketer · « **Reply #93 on:** November 25, 2016, 09:18:11 PM »

One thing I find good about the new regulations is that more and more manufacturers will make bats that will weigh lesser - around 2-7 or 2-8. I have really struggled personally last few years to find bats in this weight range without having to go with toothpick type ultra-thin handles/short blade lengths etc. A thick handle and SH sized bat weighing 2-7 is one I would always love to use personally.

Also, I think they should have regulations for all formats - it doesnt make sense to have it only for tests. Even T20s will be much more exciting when players time the ball rather than brute force...

Lastly, I think the proposal is to restrict edge to 35-40 and spine 60-65. I really hope they keep it to 35/60 rather than 40/65 which is what most current bats already are.

Vitas Cricket · « **Reply #94 on:** November 25, 2016, 09:53:54 PM »

Quote from: adb club cricketer on November 25, 2016, 09:18:11 PM

One thing I find good about the new regulations is that more and more manufacturers will make bats that will weigh lesser - around 2-7 or 2-8. I have really struggled personally last few years to find bats in this weight range without having to go with toothpick type ultra-thin handles/short blade lengths etc. A thick handle and SH sized bat weighing 2-7 is one I would always love to use personally.

Also, I think they should have regulations for all formats - it doesnt make sense to have it only for tests. Even T20s will be much more exciting when players time the ball rather than brute force...

Lastly, I think the proposal is to restrict edge to 35-40 and spine 60-65. I really hope they keep it to 35/60 rather than 40/65 which is what most current bats already are.

We have loads of standard blade length GN bats down to 2'7 and Salix down to 2'5

adb club cricketer · « **Reply #95 on:** November 26, 2016, 02:31:30 AM »

Quote from: adb club cricketer on November 26, 2016, 02:29:03 AM

We have loads of standard blade length GN bats down to 2'7 and Salix down to 2'5

Hmm, Interesting and thanks for the info... I shall check with you next time I am looking for a new bat. Also I thought all GN and Salix/Newbery come with quite thin handles which keeps the weight down. Would be interesting to know if that is not always the case...any particular Salix model that often comes in the 2-7 or lower weights with a medium or thick handle?

Tom · « **Reply #96 on:** December 21, 2016, 11:01:56 AM »

So Cricket Australia gave Andre Russell, and Chris Gayle special dispensation to use their Black/Gold bats in the Big Bash - despite them clearly contravening MCC Law 6.

"the surface of the blade may be treated with non-solid materials to improve resistance to moisture penetration and/or mask natural blemishes in the appearance of the wood. Save for the purpose of giving a homogeneous appearance by masking natural blemishes, such treatment must not materially alter the colour of the blade."

Does this set a precedent for specific leagues ignoring MCC laws around the bat, and if so - is it feasible that T20 tournaments may not enforce bat limits?

Ridenmarke · « **Reply #97 on:** December 21, 2016, 11:17:26 AM »

Looks like they banned Russell's bat now because it was causing discolouration on the white ball

Tom · « **Reply #98 on:** December 21, 2016, 11:24:37 AM »

But in that press release:

"Should Andre, or any other Big Bash or Women's Big Bash player for that matter, wish to use a bat with a different colouring solution that doesn't result in the discolouration of the match ball, they will be permitted to do so."

Any bat colour which isn't wood coloured contravenes the laws, at least as I see it.

Neon Cricket · « **Reply #99 on:** December 21, 2016, 11:44:43 AM »

@Tom - I read an article that claimed BBL players were allowed to use bats which were the same colour as their kit, much the same as with pads etc - I'll dig it out for you (still contradicts the MCC ruling as far as I can tell)

Neon Cricket · « **Reply #100 on:** December 21, 2016, 11:49:42 AM »

http://wwos.nine.com.au/2016/12/21/07/26/russell-s-black-bat-get-all-clear

To quote;

�A player can use a coloured bat subject to CA approval, and a bat may be same the colour as the club�s primary colour, or black,�� a CA spokesperson said.

CA retains the right to withdraw approval in its absolute discretion"

�Umpires can also request a player change a bat if they believe it affects the integrity of a match.��

Sounds very much like it's a CA rule, overruling the MCC rules (sticky situation alert!)

Shinpathy · « **Reply #101 on:** December 31, 2016, 12:18:36 AM »

Does Bat restrictions apply across all formats or just test and first class?

Calzehbhoy · « **Reply #102 on:** December 31, 2016, 03:26:44 AM »

Will be all formats of professional cricket only I believe

Shinpathy · « **Reply #103 on:** December 31, 2016, 04:40:11 AM »

Would off the shelf big bats still be available after the ban or they will all be gone?

Sitonit · « **Reply #104 on:** December 31, 2016, 05:50:11 PM »

Quote from: Shinpathy on December 31, 2016, 04:40:11 AM

Would off the shelf big bats still be available after the ban or they will all be gone?

Big brand names won't make 'em anymore due to be in compliance with ICC and hence be able to put their stickers on the bats of star batsmen.
I guess all English Boutique brands won't make 'em either because these guys respect the game and they love to go by the rules.

But yeah you will find some Al-cheapo Indian brands still churning them out and selling them on EBay.

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