RR vs DC IPL 2024: Riyan Parag’s brilliant innings as Delhi Capitals defeated Rajasthan Royals in a challenging match. This victory gave the team new energy and confidence. But, in this match, the challenge of rules also arose, which are presenting difficulty for the players to understand.
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Despite Ricky Ponting’s objection, how can an additional foreign player be included in the team?
Actually, it all started with RR captain Sanju Samson’s decision to include foreign player Rovman Powell in place of Shubham Dubey.
Where now DC coach Ricky Ponting raised his hand on this issue and asked the umpires how they could allow the fourth foreign player on the field.
Foreign player Rovman Powell has replaced Indian player Shubham Dubey. But, the fourth umpires explained to him that RR were already on the field with only three overseas players – Jos Buttler, Trent Boult and Shimron Hetmyer, so they had room for one more overseas player.
Apart from winning and losing in this match, we have got a chance to understand the importance of rules. It also reminds us that any rules and regulations can help discipline your game, no matter how difficult they are.
What do the IPL rules say about the 5th foreign player can enter the field ?
According to the rules of IPL, no team can have more than four foreign players in its playing 11. Apart from this, the fifth foreign player can enter the field only as a replacement player for any other foreign player.
The rules of IPL play a vital role in the conduct and organization of the game. Ricky Ponting’s objection shows that it is important to follow the rules, and motivates him to maintain his sensibility.
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