Corporate Box Cricket Tournament

5th & 6th July 2025

Calling all cricket-loving corporates! 🏏 Come compete, connect, and conquer in our Inter Corporate Box Cricket Tournament β€” where teamwork takes on a whole new meaning.
Experience the thrill of fast-paced matches, spirited rivalries, and unforgettable moments off the pitch. It’s more than a tournament β€” it’s where networking meets nail-biters!

  • πŸ“‹Tournament Format: –
    • πŸ§‘β€πŸ’Ό Teams: 24 Corporate Teams
    • 🏟️ Venues: 3 Box Cricket Grounds
    • πŸ“… Matches: Each team plays 2 league matches
    • 🏏 Match Format: 8 overs per inning
      • The batting team can select 1 bonus over out of the 8 overs to set a target.
    • πŸ‘₯ Team Composition: 7 players on the field + 1 substitute
      • The substitute can replace any team member at any time during the match.
    • βœ… Corporate Verification: Mandatory for all team members to ensure eligibility.

  • πŸ†Prices & Recognition: –
    • Important Note: – Prices are subject to change based on number of registrations received.
    • πŸ₯‡ 1st Prize: β‚Ή12,000 + Trophy
    • πŸ₯ˆ 2nd Prize: β‚Ή8,000 + Trophy
    • πŸ₯‰ 3rd Prize: 50% discount on the next tournament entry fee + Trophy
    • πŸ… 4th Prize: 50% discount on the next tournament entry fee + Trophy
    • 🌟 Man of the Series: Cash Prize + Trophy
    • 🏏 Best Batsman: Trophy
    • 🎳 Best Bowler: Trophy
    • πŸŽ–οΈ Man of the Match: Medals awarded for every match played

βœ… Eligibility Criteria

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ’Ό Corporate Participation: Open to all employees representing corporate organizations.
  • 🏒 Multiple Teams: Multiple teams from the same corporate organization may register for the tournament.
  • 🚫Single Team Rule: A player may only represent one team and cannot play for multiple teams.
  • 🌧️Rain Contingency: In case of rain, the tournament will be rescheduled to the following week from the originally defined dates.

🀝Code of Conduct:

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ’Ό Professional Behavior: All participants are expected to exhibit professional conduct throughout the tournament.
  • 🚫Prohibited Actions: Use of abusive language, violence, or non-compliance with tournament rules will result in immediate disqualification.

πŸ“ Registration Information:

  • πŸ’° Early Bird Price: β‚Ή4,000/team (Regular: β‚Ή5,000)
  • πŸ“… Last Date to Register: 29th June 2025.

The referee’s decision shall be considered final in all matters and situations.

Box Cricket Rules

Box Cricket Scoring Rules

ScenarioRuns Awarded
Ball hits any of the first 3 poles directly (side net)1 declared run, plus any runs by running
Ball hits any of the last 2 poles directly (side net)2 declared runs, plus any runs by running
Run out on the same ball (after declared runs)Only running runs count if NOT out β€” if run out, declared runs are not counted
Ball hits front net directly (without bounce)6 runs
Ball hits front net after bounce or roof β†’ front net4 runs
Ball hits any net or pole and then crosses front boundary4 runs
Wide ball1 run
No ball1 run (no free hit)
Over-speed deliveryNo ball (1 run)
Overthrow runsOnly runs completed by running count
Declared runs during overthrowsNot counted separately

Ways a Player Can Be Out

Mode of DismissalDescription
BowledBall hits the stumps and dislodges the bails.
Hit WicketBatter hits their own stumps with bat or body during play.
Run OutBatter is outside the crease when the ball hits the stumps during a run.
StumpedWicketkeeper dislodges the bails while batter is outside the crease.
Caught OutFielder catches the ball directly on the full (no bounce, no wall assist).
Obstructing the FieldBatter intentionally blocks the ball while it’s headed toward the stumps.
Handling the BallBatter intentionally touches the ball with their hand (not holding the bat).
LBW❌ Not considered in box cricket.

Box Cricket Bowling Rules

RuleDescription
Bowling StyleOverarm bowling is allowed.
Underarm Bowling❌ Not allowed.
Fast Bowling❌ Not allowed. Only medium pace deliveries are permitted.
Step LimitBowlers can take a maximum of one step forward while delivering the ball.
Speed MonitoringIf the bowler bowls at a speed higher than medium pace, it will be ruled a no ball. No warnings will be given.
No Ball ConsequenceDeclared 1 run, but no free hit is awarded.
Over Limit Per BowlerIn 8-over matches, max 2 overs can be bowled by 2 players.
Over Time LimitTo keep the match on schedule:
Each over must be completed within 3–4 minutes. Delay will cause penalties

Common Rules (Box Cricket)

RuleDescription
No Last Man BattingOnce the second last player is out, the innings ends.
Maximum FieldersOnly 7 fielders (including bowler and wicketkeeper) allowed on the field.
Field Placement LimitOnly 2 fielders (excluding bowler) may stand outside the bowling crease.
Minimum Players to Start MatchA team must have at least 5 players to start the match. Less than that = disqualified.
Late ArrivalIf a team arrives 10+ minutes late, they will be disqualified, and the opponent will be awarded the win.
Net Contact While FieldingIt is allowed for fielders to touch the nets while catching or fielding. However, they must not touch the nets in advance or climb the nets in any situation.
Climbing the NetStrictly prohibited. Any player seen climbing the net will face disqualification.
Declared Runs vs Net ContactIf the ball hits the net, declared runs apply regardless of fielder’s actions.
Types of Bats AllowedOnly regular tennis cricket bats are allowed. Plastic bats and season (hardball) bats are not allowed.
Umpire’s DecisionFinal and binding in all situations. No disputes will be entertained.

Substitute Player Rules

AspectAllowed?Notes
Fielding❌ Not allowedSubstitute cannot take the field as a fielder.
Bowlingβœ… AllowedCan bowl 1 or 2 overs as part of rotation.
Battingβœ… AllowedCan take a place in the regular batting order.
StatusConsidered a regular team playerExcept for the fielding restriction.

Bonus Over Rule (Power Over / Risk Over)

RuleDescription
When Can It Be TakenBatting team can choose any 1 over out of 8 as their Bonus Over.
Declaring the TargetBatting team must declare a target (X runs) before the bonus over starts.
If Target is Achieved (Exactly or More)Only the targeted X runs will be doubled (2X).
If Target is ExceededExtra runs (above target) are counted normally, not doubled.
If Target is Not AchievedThe over is treated as a maiden β€” zero runs awarded for the entire over.
Wickets in Bonus OverWickets count as normal, but have no impact on run calculation.
Example🟒 Team targets 10 runs and scores 10 β†’ Gets 20 runs.
🟒 Team targets 10 and scores 13 β†’ Gets 23 runs (20 for doubled target, 3 extra).
πŸ”΄ Team targets 12 and scores 9 β†’ Gets 0 runs for that over.

The referee’s decision shall be considered final in all matters and situations.