Just saw this in Faceache. Not my work but really made me smile.
I’ve just invented a new cricket format, folks. Brace yourselves, because this is going to save the game! I call it the 80.
Rules
*80 balls per innings.
*To complete a run, batters must cartwheel down the pitch.
*4 overs a side, 20 balls per over.
*bowlers can only bowl 1.5 overs per innings.
*batters must wear blindfolds during bowling power play.
*Keeper must wear oven mitts instead of keeping gloves.
*bowler and fielders must wear blindfolds during batting power play
*Each power play last for 1.75 overs and can be taken at any time.
*If the fielding team takes a catch, the batter is not out, but must only use one arm to bat.
*If a catch is taken with one hand, the batter must bat with one one arm and one leg.
*If a catch is taken between a fielder’s buttocks, the batter is out and must leave the playing area immediately.
*Drinks break after the 2nd over of each innings. During the drinks break, the batting 12th man will bring a goat onto the field and all players must pet it at least 5 times during the alotted 5 minutes.
*No facial hair allowed, unless it is being worn for religious reasons.
What do you all think? It’s still a work in progress. Please feel free to suggest rules and revisions in the comments below.