Law 9 - Playing Area

Question 1

For how long can the roller be used on the wickets?

Answer 1

For no longer than 7 mins in between innings, or before first innings if start is delayed between toss and start time, unless umpires agree not enough has happened to change pitch conditions

Question 2

What if there are multiple rollers?

Answer 2

The captain of the batting side shall decide which one will be used

Question 3

When shall rolling commence?

Answer 3

Between 30 mins and 10 mins before the start of innings

Question 4

How should debris be cleared?

Answer 4

By sweeping or by hand

Question 5

What needs to be under the supervision of the umpires before the match starts?

Answer 5

Mowing of the pitch

Question 6

When shall mowing commence?

Answer 6

No later than 30 mins before start of play on the pitch, and no later than 15 mins on the outfield

Question 7

What is not allowed during the match?

Answer 7

Watering the pitch