IMPACT PLAYER IN IPL

 IMPACT PLAYER RULE IN IPL

What  is impact player rule in IPL? 

If you are a fan of cricket you might be heard about the term impact player in IPL 2023. The impact player rule  introduced in IPL 2023, This  is a game changing rule this rule adds an extra layer of  excitement and strategy to the game influencing team dynamics and final result. In this article I would like to discus about Impact player rule IPL.

Understanding the Impact player rule:

The impact player rule permits the teams to substitute a player in the middle of the match with a designed Impact player, who can significantly change the game This strategic player may be specialist in a particular skill or for particular situation.

 How it is used 

 

The Impact Player rule is a new addition to the Indian Premier League (IPL) that allows teams to use a substitute player, called an Impact Player, who can bat, bowl and play. Here is a simple breakdown of the rule: 

 

 Eligibility: The batting player must be an Indian unless the team has fewer than four foreign players in the starting eleven1. 

 Usage: Teams may use the Impact Player before the start of an innings, at the end of an over or at the fall of a wicket/when a batsman retires1. Restrictions : If introduced during an over, the batting player cannot bowl the remaining balls of that over1. 

 Replacement: The player replaced by the Impact Player no longer takes  part in Match1.Foreigner limit: The rule maintains the limit of four foreign players per game1. 

 Batting Order: Only 11 players can bat. Therefore, if a hitter replaces a released/retired hitter, a pitcher who has not yet batted will be out1. 

 This rule adds a strategic element to the game, allowing teams to adapt to situations and potentially change the course of the game through a tactical substitution.