Cricket Rules Quiz (3)

Cricket Rules Quiz (3)

Test your knowledge on the rules and regulations of cricket with this 10-question quiz.

published on September 28
1/10

What is the maximum duration allowed for the lunch break in a day of Test cricket?

What is the maximum duration allowed for the lunch break in a day of Test cricket?
45 minutes
1 hour
30 minutes
2 hours
2/10

What is the minimum distance a fielder must maintain from the striker during play?

What is the minimum distance a fielder must maintain from the striker during play?
5 yards
10 yards
15 yards
20 yards
3/10

What happens if a fielder catches a ball but steps on or beyond the boundary rope at the same time?

What happens if a fielder catches a ball but steps on or beyond the boundary rope at the same time?
The batsman is given out
The batsman is awarded six runs
The fielder is penalized for a no-ball
The ball is declared dead
4/10

What is the maximum number of players allowed outside the 30-yard circle in limited-overs cricket?

What is the maximum number of players allowed outside the 30-yard circle in limited-overs cricket?
Four
Five
Six
Seven
5/10

How many runs are awarded for hitting the ball out of the boundary without it touching the ground?

How many runs are awarded for hitting the ball out of the boundary without it touching the ground?
Four
Five
Six
Seven
6/10

When can a bowler be called for 'throwing' a delivery?

When can a bowler be called for 'throwing' a delivery?
When the action is deemed illegal by the umpire
When the ball bounces unfairly
When the bowler delivers a wide ball
When the bowler oversteps the crease
7/10

Who has the authority to change the condition of the ball during a cricket match?

Who has the authority to change the condition of the ball during a cricket match?
Captain of the batting team
Umpire
Match referee
Coach
8/10

What sign does the umpire give for a leg bye?

What sign does the umpire give for a leg bye?
Touching the leg
Moving the finger across the chest
Touching the knee
Hand on the knee
9/10

What happens when a bowler delivers a no-ball?

What happens when a bowler delivers a no-ball?
One run is awarded to the batting team
The batting team gets an extra ball
The batting team gets one run, and the bowler has to bowl an extra delivery
The batsman is declared out
10/10

What is the minimum number of players required to constitute a valid cricket match?

What is the minimum number of players required to constitute a valid cricket match?
10
11
9
12