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- The International Cricket Council has updated the regulations for One Day International cricket to reintroduce the use of a single ball after the 34th over.
- Previously, two new balls were used for the entire duration of the 50-over innings.
- This change aims to facilitate reverse swing for fast bowlers and provide better grip for spin bowlers in the later stages of the game.
- The adjustment seeks to balance the contest between batters and bowlers by reducing the high scoring rates observed in recent years.
What to watch next
- Impact of the new ball rule on the 2027 Cricket World Cup tournament
- Potential changes to scoring trends in future One Day International matches
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