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ICC laws to protect cricketers
Wed, April 04 2012
Proper light conditions critical for cricketer’s safety
As a day’s play comes to an end, natural light fades. Umpires in an international game use a special device known as 'light meter’ to gauge the condition of the light. If the umpires feel the prevailing light is not bright enough for play, play is called off to protect the players from injuries. A batsman will find it tough to face a fast, rising delivery under poor light conditions which could cause physically harm and/or cause his dismissal.