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ICC Makes Key Changes to Two-Ball Rule in ODIs and Use of Concussion Substitutes in Matches: Reports

The International Cricket Council approved key changes to ODI two-ball use and concussion substitute protocols on June 14, 2025.
These adjustments address concerns about maintaining fairness between batting and bowling roles, as well as issues arising from earlier concussion substitution incidents this year.
From July 2, ODIs will use two balls until the 34th over, after which the bowling team selects one ball for overs 35 to 50, and teams must list five role-specific concussion substitutes pre-match.
India's earlier concussion substitute of Shivam Rana, who took 3/33, highlighted the need for like-for-like replacements and clearer substitution guidelines.
These updates are designed to provide clearer guidelines on fielding rules and ensure fairness in substitutions, with the new regulations becoming effective starting mid-June for Test matches, early July for ODIs, and shortly after for T20 Internationals.

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