Super 7 Cricket[edit]

Super 7 (7X7) is a shortened game format of cricket. It is a recreational sport introduced by the cricket enthusiasts in United States. In a Super7 game, the two teams have a single innings each, which is restricted to a maximum of 7 overs and 7 players a side.
A typical Super 7 game completes in about one hour, with each innings lasting around 25 minutes and an official 10-minute break between the innings. This is much shorter than previous forms of the game.
A heavy weight tennis ball is used to play this game in place of traditional leather ball to play these games.

Origin[edit]

This format originated in United States where there are a lot of high qualify baseball / softball parks and less proper cricket fields. This format needs comparatively one-third of the field space needed and can be played in existing ball park fields with minimal adjustments.

Match format and rules[edit]

10 players can be registered in the team roaster and Max 7 players are allowed per game.
No player is allowed to play for more than 1 team. Violation may lead to suspension of the team from the tournament.
A player should have played at least 1 game including the knockout round to be eligible to play in the Pre Quarters Finals. Violation may lead to suspension of the team from the tournament.
Max 7 overs for each innings. Team is all out if they lose 6 wickets.
Only a Maximum of 3 players is allowed to field outside the circle (grassy area) at any time during the innings.
Minimum 4 bowlers required. 3 bowlers can bowl a max of 2 overs.
The distance between stumps will be 21 yards.
During Fielding, Wicket Keeper (Only) is allowed to wear regular wicket keeping gloves as measure of safety. NO tape or gloves allowed for fielders unless visible injury.

External Links[edit]

https://cricclubs.com/Super7Cricket