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5 New rules that can make T20 cricket more interesting

  1. 8 runs for sixes over 100 meters The T20 matches carry a tag of being entertaining and full of action-packed performances. And what is entertainment without some gigantic sixes in the T20 format? With the likes of power hitters like Chris Gayle, Andre Russel, ABD de Villiers to name a few, big hits are always in the scenario. Often the power that these players generate whilst hitting the shots leaves many in awe of their strength. Big sixes aren’t a rare sight in  T20s  and often the ball is out of the vision of the players. So the thought of rewarding the batters with much more than just 6 runs for their effort of hitting it big chimes in such a situation. Hitting the ball over 100 meters requires immense strength and the ones who can do it must be provided with some advantage. So giving eight runs to a six that goes over 100 meters could be a new rule that adds to the fascination of the format. Maybe one can think of bringing it in the franchise leagues in the first place. If th