MCC tells ICC to speed up matches

London, Sep 2: Concerned over the issue of slow over rates plaguing the game, custodians of the laws of cricket, Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) on Friday called for streamlining of the Decision Review System protocols and cut down on time-wasting tactics. The MCC’s 12-member World Cricket Committee made the observations after research into how much time was lost during New Zealand’s June Tests in England.
The MCC on Friday said in a statement: “In general, ICC playing regulations be reviewed to tighten the parameters around when substitutes are permitted onto the field of play i.e. with gloves, drinks etc. the fielding team should immediately return to their positions, ready to bowl the next delivery when a decision is reviewed.”
“Batters should remain in the proximity and prepare to recommence play. No drinks should be brought onto the field. If the decision is overturned to Out, the fielding side will still have time to celebrate,” it said. (IANS)