A run in cricket is the unit of scoring. In many versions of the game the winner is the team with most runs. The worst case scenario is a draw. However, some variations like limited-overs Cricket played on rain-shortened day, always result in a draw. This is where the DLS technique is used. It gives each team a different number or chances to score runs.
No-ball runs
No-ball runs in cricket are runs that are awarded to the batting team for a front foot no-ball. The batting team doesn't get any runs for a no ball on the backfoot. It is important that you understand no-ball runs. There are some laws that govern them, and knowing them will ensure your team plays to its full potential.
The laws of cricket state that a bowler must first throw the ball to the batsman before completing the delivery. For a no ball to be called, a batter must first be on the ground. In this case, the bowler can't try to intercept delivery. Although this situation is rare on the international stage it can happen.
In certain cases, a batter can be outed if he hits a no-ball. In some cases, the batter may be awarded a leg bye or bye. When faced with a no ball, the batter may take a more aggressive approach. In most cases, however, a batter cannot be dismissed. No-balls are not considered one of the six deliveries within an over. It must be immediately followed by another delivery.
No-ball fours
A no-ball, in cricket, is any cricket ball which does not count towards the batsman's total. There are many reasons a no-ball could occur. For example, it can occur if a batsman is on strike with 98 runs on his scorecard, but the next ball is a no-ball. The batsman will then hit a six or four but it won't count towards his century.
A fielder can also be a no-ball if he intercepts the ball or gets in the way of the batsman. In one-day cricket, the wicket-keeper cannot accept a noball before the batsman is allowed to strike the ball. A batsman can hit the ball if he wants to.
There are also rules governing the no-ball and a wide ball. If the ball lands on a batsman's shoulder, or his head, he will be out. If a ball lands on a batsman's shoulder or over his head, he is out.
No-ball sixes
Although it is rare in cricket, it can happen. In a recent match, the Delhi Capitals' batsman scored three sixes within the first three balls. The umpires have been criticised for being too slow in calling no-balls, which often gives the batsman an opportunity to take a reckless swing at the ball. The no-ball doesn't count as one of the six deliveries within an over. A second ball must be bowled if the over is fair.
Another unusual no-ball six comes from a bowler who bowls the ball with such a high trajectory that it reaches the batsman directly and does not bounce off the pitch. This is an unusual no-ball but has occurred twice in international matches.