Inter-Department Cricket Tournament kicks off at NDUB
The much-anticipated Inter-Department Annual Cricket Tournament 2025 has kicked off at Notre Dame University Bangladesh (NDUB) with a vibrant inauguration ceremony took place on the university playgrounds on Friday (February 14) morning, marking a celebration of unity, sportsmanship, and youthful vigor.
Prof. Dr. Fr. Patrick D. Gaffney, CSC, Vice-Chancellor of NDUB, inaugurated the event with an inspiring speech on the importance of sports. “Sports are more than just a game; they are a testament to teamwork, discipline, and resilience. It is here that you not only strive for victory but also learn valuable life lessons—how to win with grace and how to accept defeat with dignity,” he said.
Dr. Fr. Charles B. Gordon, CSC, Pro-Vice Chancellor, attended as the Guest of Honor, while Dr. Fr. Subash Adam Pereira, CSC, Treasurer of NDUB, was the Special Guest. They joined the participants and officials in a ceremonial balloon release, a symbolic gesture that signified the official start of the tournament.
The participant teams include the Department of Business Administration, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Department of English, and Department of Law. After the inauguration, a spirited photo session took place, capturing the energy and enthusiasm of the players, managers, and esteemed guests.
The tournament opened with a face-off between the Business Administration and Computer Science and Engineering teams, setting the stage for competitive action. All teams will face one another in a round-robin format on February 14 and 21 while the top two teams will play the final on February 22.
With matches underway, students, faculty, and staff look forward to witnessing exciting performances, fostering camaraderie, and strengthening the sense of community at NDUB.
Rules and regulations of game:
1. All teams will compete against each other, and the points table will determine the finalists.
2. Winning a match awards 2 points, and there will be no ties. In case of a tie, a Super Over will be played to determine the winner.
3. If two or more teams have the same points, the net run rate will be used to determine qualification for the final.
4. Each match will consist of 10 overs per innings.
Each team will have a 12-player squad, but only 9 players will participate in a match. Additionally, one substitute fielder will be allowed.
According to ICC Playing Conditions (Law 24.1.2 of the MCC Laws of Cricket):
- A substitute can replace any player who leaves the field, as long as the umpires approve the substitution and it is for a valid reason (injury, illness, or another acceptable cause).
- The substitute does not have to be assigned to only one fielder throughout the game. If another player later leaves the field, the same substitute can continue fielding in their place.
5. The bowling limit is 2 overs per bowler, but up to two bowlers per match may bowl 3 overs, as decided by the captain during the game.
6. Chuckings are strictly prohibited. If an umpire identifies illegal deliveries, he may take necessary action, including dismissing the bowler from the match if he delivers two illegal deliveries after receiving a warning. Umpires also have the authority to call such deliveries No Balls.
7. All players must be verified as current students of NDUB.
8. The umpire’s decision is final. Any concerns regarding matches or tournament management should be addressed to the organizing committee (Fr. Charles, Sr. Sahgorica, Stanly Sir, Fr. Paschal).
9. Each innings must be completed within 50 minutes (with a possible 5-minute extension at the umpire’s and organizing committee’s discretion).
- If the fielding team of the first innings deliberately exceeds the allotted time, their own target will be increased by 5 runs.
- If the fielding team of the second innings deliberately causes a slow over rate and fails to complete 9 overs within 45 minutes, the batting team will be awarded 5 bonus runs.
10. There will be a 5-minute break between innings.
11. No one except one designated player from the squad can enter the field during a match. That designated player can help as a physio and water supplier.
12. Tree Rule
If a ball is obstructed by a tree, the following conditions shall apply:
(i) Boundary Scoring:
a) If the ball, after making contact with a tree located on or near the boundary line, crosses the boundary without touching the ground, it shall be awarded six (6) runs.
b) If the ball makes contact with the ground after touching a tree and then crosses the boundary, it shall be awarded four (4) runs.
(ii) Ball in Play:
a) If the ball remains within the field of play after touching a tree (unpainted portions), batters may score runs by running between the wickets.
b) In such a scenario, a run-out is the only possible mode of dismissal.
(iii) Exception to the Rule: a) If the ball touches the painted portion of the tree without first touching the ground, it shall be declared a six.
b) If the ball touches the painted portion of the tree after bouncing off the ground, it shall be declared a four.
(iv) Catch Validity:
a) A fielder cannot claim a catch if the ball has touched a tree at any point before being caught.
(v) Ball Getting Stuck:
a) If a ball gets stuck in a tree and does not fall to the ground, the batters can run for a maximum of 3 runs.
13. The tournament convener and the organizing committee hold the right to decide on any matter not mentioned above.
