Laws of Cricket 1947 Code (Fourth Edition)
Law 38 - Hit Wicket
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The Striker is out “Hit wicket” – If in playing at the ball he hit down his wicket with his bat or any part of his person.
(Experimental additional words to the Law)
- At any time when playing at the ball.
- In setting out for his first run.
NOTES ON LAW 38
- “When playing at the ball” shall include a second strike by the batsman to keep the ball out of his wicket.
- Any part of the batsman’s dress will be considered part of his person.
- A batsman is “Not Out” if he breaks his wicket in avoiding being run out or stumped.
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