Andrew Godden 943 Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Source: (Reuters, Sun Nov 30, 2014 6:36am BST) After a tragic few days in cricket which saw the death of an international player and an umpire in two separate incidents and due to the most rare and freakish accidents in the history of the game, the ICC has said enough is enough and they are adopting a range of changes to the Laws of Cricket. A spokesman for the ICC said, "...the value and safety of our players and officials, and the reputation of our great game has no limits, financial or technological, and we will no longer compromise these for the sake of entertainment value...". Commentators are saying this is a watershed moment in the history and development of the game. Not since the 1932-33 Ashes Tour of Australia, the disgraceful 'Bodyline Series', so named for the unsportsmanlike play of the English fast bowlers, have changes of such a magnitude been made to the Laws of Cricket. The MCC were quick to react with changes to the Laws in 1933 and now the ICC is set to follow with similar swift action in response to the current situation. The ICC announced that their Technical Director, Dr Ludi Kris, and his technical panel, including eminent past players of the game, had reviewed the Laws of Cricket in immediate response to the tragic circumstances of the last few days. Consequently, and with immediate effect, changes to Laws 24.1(b), 42, specifically 42.6(a), and Appendix D are being implemented. These changes pertain to the Laws regarding bowling action and equipment. In particular, the changes to Laws 24.1 (b) and 42, those pertaining to bowling action, will now see play reminiscent of the infamous Trevor Chappell incident (in the second final of the 1981 World Series Cup match against New Zealand) become standard. It was further explained that the changes to Appendix D will take some time to fully implement as it involves players and officials now being required to wear more comprehensive body protection, but the ICC said it was investigating interim options. Additionally, players who were previously banned or sanctioned under Laws 24.1 (b) and / or 42 will have their positions reviewed. The spokesman for the ICC, Mr Khan Gnottbbeeleaved, stated, "...whilst there are some new designs for cricket helmets already being investigated, the ultimate design of the new body protection may take some time to be finalised as it will naturally involve a number of iterations as it is refined. The important thing is that the ICC is taking unparalleled steps in the interests of the players, officials, and the game...". He went on further to say that, ultimately, the body protection would not be dissimilar in design and style to that worn by Imperial Stormtroopers and negotiations are currently underway with Walt Disney Pictures to procure sets of this style of body protection from the recently completed filming of 'The Force Awakens' at Pinewood Studios. Conspiracy theorists, doomsayers, naysayers, and illogical, radical fringe idiots, have all been quick to jump on the 'band wagon' behind the announcements from the ICC. Right then, I think that just about covers it. Link to post Share on other sites
brett 2,315 Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Next thing you know spectators will be required to wear protective gear. Link to post Share on other sites
jaydor 345 Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Nothing is sacred no more even the SWMBO make me wear protection.. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Godden 943 Posted November 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Next thing you know spectators will be required to wear protective gear. Brett, A full Risk Analysis is being conducted on that safety aspect too and protection is also being considered because the ball is regularly hit over the fence by the batsmen. Cheers Andrew 1 Link to post Share on other sites
needles 1,013 Posted December 1, 2014 Report Share Posted December 1, 2014 Nothing is sacred no more even the SWMBO make me wear protection.. At least you get to wear it James. Link to post Share on other sites
Corsaire31 419 Posted December 2, 2014 Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 What is cricket ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites
MartinW 0 Posted December 2, 2014 Report Share Posted December 2, 2014 What is cricket ? Link to post Share on other sites
markhudson6 13 Posted December 3, 2014 Report Share Posted December 3, 2014 Cricket is Billy Birmingham and the 12th Man. I'm not sure how you missed it, but it's possible that it may be the single most important contribution to world culture Australia has ever made. Regards, M. Link to post Share on other sites
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