ICC Brings Big Rule Changes to ODI and Test Cricket: From Old Ball Usage to Concussion Substitutes, Here’s What Will Change from June and July 2025.
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New ICC (International Cricket Council) waves of rules, that will change the face of the sport to be played and watched from June-July 2025. These are not inconsequential cosmetic changes, but substantive strategic shifts that might be as much fun to watch as they are to play. Both the white-ball (ODI) and red-ball (Test) formats are going to get these changes, all for fairness, entertainment and more tactical options.
No More Two New Balls All the Way in ODIs
ODIs have traditionally gone with two brand new balls, from both ends and this kept them mostly unused and not conducive to reverse swing. That is about to alter. The 2025 starting July, each ball is permitted for use from one end for 17 overs. After the 35th over, they will be on their own and the choice of ball would rest with the fielding captain From here on out, this change could make reverse swing get more importance (especially in death overs) and re-distribute the wrath between the bowlers as well.
Concussion Substitutes Now More Controlled
Substitute concussion rules are another big change as they get more severe. From the start of the match, teams will be required to nominate five replacements ahead of time (one wicketkeeper, one batsman, one spinner, one fast bowler one allrounder). Injury in the field to a fielder—any fielder for head impact—only allows like for like substitutions will be made. To combat the previous abuses that would get a bowler changed for a batsman, therefore unduly manipulating the game.
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Boundary Catches and DRS Under Review
The ICC is also examining boundary catches and DRS (Decision Review System) rules The sources spoke of more specific instructions about fly catches taken near or over the boundary rope, and technology in tough close calls, that are yet to be revealed. Confirmation likely soon to come.
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When Will These New Rules Begin?
These will be the first Test format updates for Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh series which opens on June 17, post-WC 2025 World Test Championship Final. The changes will be implemented for the ODI series between the same nations from July 2 onwards in Colombo.
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Cricket lovers, brace yourself—the gentleman’s game is about to get a thrilling upgrade.