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Welcome to Cricket Blast Japan!

A short cricket competition for 8-12 year olds.
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In partnership with the Japan Cricket Association

Cricket Blast Rules

Cricket Blast Rules

  • Players: Six-a-side
  • Game length: 6 overs per team/innings
  • Game time: 45 minutes
  • Ball: Soft plastic
  • Protective equipment: Not required
  • Batting: In pairs, each pair bats for 12 deliveries
  • Bowling: Everyone bowls one over (six deliveries)
  • Fielding: Everyone will have a chance to keep wicket (stand behind the stumps)
  • Start: A coin toss will decide which team bats first
  • Skill Zone: When players on the batting team are not batting themselves there will be a ‘Skill Zone’ set up to practice bowling, catching and throwing. This is a great way for parents to become involved during a resting period for their kids.

Pitch Layout

For Kids

For Kids

Why should I play Cricket Blast?

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Cricket Blast Rules

A simple guide to the basics.

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Registration

Sign up for a Cricket Blast event.

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