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Not out: No-ball
No-ball
A batsman cannot be given out if either umpire calls a no-ball.

The most common way this happens is when the heel of the bowler's front foot lands on or in front of the popping crease (the front line of the batting crease).

There are 12 other situations when the umpires can call a no-ball. You can find out more here:



SEE ALSO
Ten ways of getting out
06 Sep 05 |  Laws & Equipment
Guide to umpire's signals
10 Nov 06 |  Laws & Equipment
Understanding the 'no-ball' law
06 Sep 05 |  Laws & Equipment
A guide to fielding positions
24 Aug 05 |  Laws & Equipment

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