THE RULES OF CRICKET

Wairarapa Times-Age, 1 February 1939, Page 5

THE RULES OF CRICKET

(To the Editor.) Sir, —To capture four wickets off no balls is a new thing in cricket, yet such was the case on Saturday . last when Lansdowne played Red Star. A Lansdowne fast bowler, though not bowling many overs, put on a record of nineteen no balls and accounted for four victims. From where 1 sat, being in line with the bowler's chalk line, I counted six no balls in one over. The umpire apparently did not understand, but what of the batsmen out? I have played the game for ten years ana know what I am talking about, but being a spectator now can see for myself.—Yours, etc., SPECTATOR. Masterton, January 30.

When the above letter was referred to Mr T. E. Handcock, secretary of the Wairarapa Cricket Association, he said he did not for a moment think if there had been any faulting, that it was otherwise than unconsciously done and unless a bowler was checked by no ball being given against him he would continue to bowl in the same way. If “Spectator” would kindly come forward assist the association with the umpiring, Mr Handcock added, his action would be greatly appreciated by all concerned.