5 rule changes in cricket that should not have been scrapped

#3 Discontinuing the use of the runner

Runners have been banned since 2011

When the laws of cricket were first introduced in 1744, there was no mention of a runner but it was included at some point in the last 120 years and became a well-known aspect of the game. However, in 2011, the ICC outlawed the use of runners completely, stating that if a batsman was not able to run, then he must retire hurt.

While it is true that the rule might have been misused from time to time by some batsmen, there is no doubt that the option of using the runner should not have been scrapped. It exposes a batsman to the danger of running despite suffering injuries and needless to say, it can lead to damaging consequences.

If a batsman is set and in sight of victory, then he would most likely force himself to play on despite his inability to run, which is why this rule poses a danger.