Bad light

Modern stadiums have lighting masts that allow you to hold sports events at any time of the day. This is a great help for the organizers of various tournaments since the phrase bad light is unlikely to please both players and fans. What exactly does it mean in cricket? Read below.

Bad Light: The Basic Meaning

Umpires use the phrase “bad light” when they want to inform the players that the light conditions on the field have become worse, and the ball is seen worse. When lighting conditions become too poor, tracking the ball becomes difficult, making play unfair and potentially dangerous. Poor visibility can also impact the accuracy of umpiring decisions. Recently, to signal about poor lighting in the stadium, the judges can simply say “light”.

Who Can Signal?

Previously, in cricket, the defending team made the decision to continue the match in conditions of reduced visibility. Batsmen, however, had the option to request a suspension of play due to bad light – a situation known in cricket as offering the light.

However, in 2010, the rules were changed. Now, only the umpires have the authority to decide whether a match should continue or be postponed due to lighting conditions.