Question

Gabbar Sharma opens the innings for his team Mumbai Riders. Rajasthan Kings were fielding and placed only two fielders outside the 30 yard circle while the remaining 9 are inside the 30 yard circle. Gabbar Sharma hits the ball over the mid-off for an excellent four runs on one of the balls. The very next ball he steps out of the crease to hit a six but misses the ball. The wicket keeper catches the ball and dislodges the bails before Gabbar Sharma could get back to his crease.

1. Is Gabbar Sharma out or not out? If out, what is the term used for the dismissal?
2. Rajasthan Kings placed only 2 players outside the 30 yard circle. Why?
3. Which umpire on the field will give the decision regarding Gabbar Sharma’s dismissal?

Answer 1

1. Yes, the batsman is out. This type of dismissal is known as stumping.
2. Rajasthan Kings positioned only two fielders outside the 30-yard circle due to power play fielding restrictions in limited-overs cricket.
3. The leg umpire will make the decision regarding Sharma’s dismissal.