The 10th edition of the Big Bash League is back with a bang, and it will start from December 10th. To add to the unpredictability and excitement, a new set of rules will be introduced for the first time in this edition. These are Power Surge, X-Factor, and Bash Boost. The BBL chief Trent Woodhill has said that the rules are implemented to move from the regular pattern of T20 Cricket.
As stated by the authorities, the main aim is to keep up the game’s excitement for the full 40 overs and maximize strategic thinking.
We will look in detail at what the 3 new rules offer.
Power Surge
Power Surge is a 2 over a period where only a maximum of two fielders will be outside the 30-yard circle. So a batting team will have the option to use the power surge anytime after the 11th over the innings. The mandatory powerplay overs will be cut short to 4 overs instead of the usual 6 overs, while the remaining 2 overs can be used as a Power Surge.
