The unusual incident took place during a North West Cricket Union Premier League match on Saturday. Ballyspallen had made a strong start to their chase before rain stopped play, bringing the DLS method into play. However, the printer problem left them unable to produce the required calculation sheet.
Ballyspallen had reached 19 without loss after two overs when the weather interruption reduced the available playing time. Officials needed to use the DLS method to set a revised target, but the home side could not produce the required DLS sheet because its printer was not working.
Strict NWCU Rule Turns Rain Delay Into Defeat
The NWCU regulations place responsibility for the DLS equipment on the home team. The rules require the host club to have: "a computer loaded with the necessary software, a compatible and operational printer with a sufficient supply of paper and ink, and a proficient operator".
The hosts were in a decent position at 19/0 while chasing 160, having lost no wickets in the opening two overs. They therefore still had a chance to complete the chase if play resumed. However, the technical failure ended those hopes and handed Eglinton the victory without another ball being bowled.
Ballyspallen Remain Bottom of Premier League Table
Eglinton, meanwhile, collected the points after the unusual conclusion. Their bowlers did not need to return to the field after the rain delay, as the failure to produce the DLS sheet resulted in Ballyspallen conceding the match.
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