IPL 2022: 10 things that have changed since RR last won the inaugural tournament

9. Auto no-ball 

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) implemented the auto-no ball option as a solution to end umpiring errors. The rule states that the third umpire will check every ball and take the decision if the bowler has stepped over the line. Minimizing the mounting pressure on umpires, the decision appears to be having a positive impact on the game.

During the 2019 edition, Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga bowled an illegal delivery in the last ball of a match between MI and RCB. The Red Army needed seven runs to defeat the five-time champions off the last ball and ended up losing by 6 runs. Eventually, the umpire overlooked the no-balls costing  RCB two points.

The new rule has ensured that there are no margins of error in this aspect of the game. On the other hand, the on-field umpires have also been relieved and can focus on conducting the game being played on the cricket field.