BACKYARD
CRICKET RULES
1. CAN’T GO OUT FIRST BALL
Whoever’s batting, they can’t go
out on the first ball (making it
fairer for little ones).
2. TIPPITY-RUN
If the ball is hit even a little, the
batters have to run.
3. ONE HAND – ONE BOUNCE
A fielder can catch the batter out
with one hand, even after the
tennis ball has bounced off a fence or wall.
4. ANY WICKET OUT
The batter is out if either stump is hit.
5. SIX AND OUT
If the ball is hit over the fence/
house or into the pool the batter is
awarded six runs – but is also out!
6. NO LBW’S (LEG BEFORE WICKET)
It’s too tricky and starts arguments.
7. AUTOMATIC RUNS
Pick certain spots in the backyard
(like the side of a shed or a fence).
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