The ball is considered to be "live" (in play) when the bowler begins his run up for a delivery. It is then considered to be "dead" (not in play) under the following conditions: - The umpire decides that the batsman is not ready.
- The ball is in the wicket keepers possession and the batsmen don't attempt to take runs.
- The ball is in the bowler possession and the batsmen don't attempt to take runs.
- The umpire decides that both the fielding team and batsmen consider the ball dead.
- The ball reaches the boundary.
- A batsman is out.
- The ball is stuck in clothing or equipment.
- The batsman have attempted to run for leg byes and the umpire feels that no attempt was made to hit the ball or dodge it.
- The umpire has to stop play for an injury or unfair play.
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