The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) hosted a special Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) Laws of Cricket workshop for its umpires on Wednesday, ahead of the new edition of the Laws coming into effect from October 1.
“The Laws of Cricket form the foundation of how the game is played and officiated. “We are delighted to be in Delhi and to engage with the DDCA’s umpires ahead of the new Laws coming into effect on October 1. As the new changes come into effect on October 1, it is important for our umpires to have a clear understanding of the changes and their practical application,” Jaitley said.
Fraser Stewart, Head of Cricket, MCC, said the practical nature of the workshop allowed umpires to understand the changes and their application on the field. The practical nature of the session allowed us to discuss the changes and how they will apply on the field,” Stewart said. “We are also very pleased to launch the MCC Laws of Cricket app in Hindi, helping make the Laws more widely available for everyone who follows and loves this sport deeply in India,” he added. DDCA President Rohan Jaitley said the workshop would help umpires gain a clearer understanding of the changes and their practical application on the field. DDCA Director Shyam Sharma said the workshop would help the Association’s umpires enhance their understanding of the Laws and align their officiating with global standards.
“We are thankful to Rohan Jaitley, President, DDCA, for their support in bringing this MCC initiative to Delhi.
Hosting the MCC team is extremely beneficial for our umpires as they get to enhance their understanding of the Laws and align with global standards,” Sharma said.
