Understanding Fantasy Cricket Rules & Scoring: Welcome to the comprehensive rules and scoring guide for Pre Free Fantasy! Understanding how points are awarded is crucial to building winning fantasy cricket teams. This detailed guide covers every aspect of our scoring system, team selection rules, contest regulations, and gameplay mechanics. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fantasy cricket player, this page will help you master the game and maximize your team's performance.
1. Team Selection Rules
Budget & Credits
Every fantasy team is built with a budget of 100 credits. Each real cricket player has a credit value based on their recent performance, popularity, and role. You must select 11 players within this budget constraint.
Player Composition Requirements
Your team of 11 players must follow these mandatory composition rules:
| Player Role |
Minimum Required |
Maximum Allowed |
| Wicket-Keeper (WK) |
1 |
4 |
| Batsman (BAT) |
3 |
6 |
| All-Rounder (AR) |
1 |
4 |
| Bowler (BOWL) |
3 |
6 |
Important Notes:
- You must select exactly 11 players
- You can select a maximum of 7 players from any single real-world team
- All player roles are assigned based on their primary playing position
- Once the match deadline passes, team changes are not allowed
Captain & Vice-Captain Selection
After selecting your 11 players, you must designate one Captain and one Vice-Captain:
Captain (C):
- Earns 2x points for all actions
- Your most crucial selection
- Choose your most reliable, in-form player
Vice-Captain (VC):
- Earns 1.5x points for all actions
- Acts as your second-most important player
- Should be your second-best performer
Strategy Tip: Your Captain and Vice-Captain selections can make or break your fantasy team. Choose players who are likely to have significant involvement in the match through batting, bowling, or all-round contributions.
2. Detailed Scoring System
Batting Points
Points are awarded for every batting action in the match:
| Batting Action |
Points Awarded |
Notes |
| Run scored |
+1 point per run |
Every single run counts |
| Boundary (4s) |
+1 bonus point |
In addition to 4 run points |
| Six (6s) |
+2 bonus points |
In addition to 6 run points |
| Half-century (50 runs) |
+8 bonus points |
One-time bonus at 50 runs |
| Century (100 runs) |
+16 bonus points |
One-time bonus at 100 runs |
| Dismissal for duck |
-2 points |
Only for BAT, WK, AR roles |
Examples:
Example 1: A batsman scoring 55 runs with 6 fours and 1 six = 55 + (6×1) + (1×2) + 8 = 71 points
As Captain: Total points = 71 × 2 = 142 points
Bowling Points
Bowlers earn points for taking wickets and bowling economically:
| Bowling Action |
Points Awarded |
Notes |
| Wicket taken |
+25 points |
Per wicket |
| 3 wickets bonus |
+8 points |
One-time bonus |
| 4 wickets bonus |
+16 points |
One-time bonus |
| 5 wickets bonus |
+24 points |
One-time bonus |
| Maiden over |
+12 points |
Per maiden over |
| LBW/Bowled bonus |
+8 points |
For 3+ wickets by LBW/Bowled |
Examples:
Example 1: A bowler taking 3 wickets = (3 × 25) + 8 = 83 points
Example 2: A bowler taking 5 wickets with 2 maidens = (5 × 25) + 8 + 16 + 24 + (2 × 12) = 193 points
Fielding Points
Fielders earn points for catches, stumpings, and run-outs:
| Fielding Action |
Points Awarded |
Notes |
| Catch taken |
+8 points |
Per catch |
| Stumping |
+12 points |
Wicket-keepers only |
| Run out (direct hit) |
+12 points |
Thrower gets full points |
| Run out (indirect) |
+6 points each |
Both thrower and catcher |
Examples:
Example 1: A fielder taking 2 catches = 2 × 8 = 16 points
Example 2: A wicket-keeper with 3 catches and 1 stumping = (3 × 8) + 12 = 36 points
Strike Rate Bonuses/Penalties (Batting)
Strike rate bonuses apply only when a batsman has faced minimum 10 balls:
| Strike Rate Range |
Points |
Applies When |
| Above 170 |
+6 points |
Explosive batting |
| 150.01 - 170 |
+4 points |
Aggressive batting |
| 130 - 150 |
+2 points |
Good strike rate |
| 100 - 129.99 |
0 points |
Normal strike rate |
| 70 - 99.99 |
0 points |
Steady batting |
| 60 - 70 |
-2 points |
Slow batting |
| 50 - 59.99 |
-4 points |
Very slow |
| Below 50 |
-6 points |
Extremely slow |
Strike Rate Formula: (Runs Scored ÷ Balls Faced) × 100
Economy Rate Bonuses/Penalties (Bowling)
Economy rate bonuses apply only when a bowler has bowled minimum 2 overs:
| Economy Rate Range |
Points |
Applies When |
| Below 5 |
+6 points |
Excellent economy |
| 5 - 5.99 |
+4 points |
Very good economy |
| 6 - 7 |
+2 points |
Good economy |
| 7.01 - 9.99 |
0 points |
Average economy |
| 10 - 11 |
-2 points |
Poor economy |
| 11.01 - 12 |
-4 points |
Very poor economy |
| Above 12 |
-6 points |
Extremely poor economy |
Economy Rate Formula: Runs Conceded ÷ Overs Bowled
3. Contest Rules
Match Deadlines
- Team selection closes at the official match start time
- No changes allowed after the deadline
- Late entries are not permitted
- Ensure your team is finalized before the deadline
Player Substitutions
- If a player doesn't play in the real match, they score 0 points
- No automatic substitutions
- Always check playing XI announcements before the deadline
- You can create multiple teams for the same match
Scoring Updates
- Points are updated in real-time during the match
- Live scorecard shows your team's performance
- Rankings update automatically as the match progresses
- Final scores are confirmed after match completion
Contest Types
Public Contests:
- Open to all users
- Free to join
- Compete with thousands of players
- Leaderboard rankings determine winners
Private Contests (Coming Soon):
- Create custom contests with friends
- Set your own rules
- Invite-only participation
- Perfect for friendly competitions
4. Fair Play & Regulations
Multiple Teams
- You can create multiple teams for the same match
- Each team must have a unique combination of players
- Maximum 5 teams per match per user
- All teams compete independently
Prohibited Activities
Warning: The following activities are strictly prohibited:
- Creating fake accounts
- Sharing accounts
- Any form of cheating or manipulation
- Violation will result in account suspension
Player Information
- Player credits are updated regularly based on performance
- Playing XI announcements are sourced from official channels
- In case of match cancellations, all contests are void
- Weather-affected matches follow official match results
Dispute Resolution
- All scoring is based on official match statistics
- In case of discrepancies, official cricket boards' data is final
- Contact support for any scoring-related queries
- Disputes must be raised within 24 hours of match completion
5. Scoring Examples & Scenarios
Example 1: High-Scoring Batsman
Player: Opening batsman (Captain)
Performance: 85 runs off 52 balls, 8 fours, 3 sixes
Points Calculation:
- Runs: 85 points
- Fours: 8 × 1 = 8 points
- Sixes: 3 × 2 = 6 points
- Half-century bonus: 8 points
- Strike rate (163.46): +4 points
- Total: 111 points
- As Captain (2x): 222 points
Example 2: Match-Winning Bowler
Player: Fast bowler (Vice-Captain)
Performance: 4 wickets in 4 overs, 22 runs conceded, 1 maiden
Points Calculation:
- Wickets: 4 × 25 = 100 points
- 4-wicket bonus: 16 points
- Maiden over: 12 points
- Economy rate (5.5): +4 points
- Total: 132 points
- As Vice-Captain (1.5x): 198 points
Example 3: All-Rounder Performance
Player: All-rounder
Performance: 42 runs off 28 balls (3 fours, 2 sixes), 2 wickets in 3 overs (18 runs), 1 catch
Points Calculation:
- Runs: 42 points
- Fours: 3 × 1 = 3 points
- Sixes: 2 × 2 = 4 points
- Strike rate (150): +4 points
- Wickets: 2 × 25 = 50 points
- Economy rate (6): +2 points
- Catch: 8 points
- Total: 113 points
6. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What happens if a player doesn't play?
If a selected player doesn't feature in the playing XI, they will score 0 points. There are no automatic substitutions.
Q2: Can I change my team after the deadline?
No, once the match deadline passes, no changes are allowed to your team.
Q3: How are player credits determined?
Player credits are based on recent performance, role, and popularity. Credits are updated regularly.
Q4: What if a match is abandoned or cancelled?
If a match is officially cancelled or abandoned without a result, all contests for that match are void.
Q5: Can I create multiple teams?
Yes, you can create up to 5 different teams for the same match.
Q6: How do I know if my points are calculated correctly?
All points are calculated automatically based on official match statistics. You can verify by checking the detailed scorecard.
Q7: What happens in case of a Super Over?
Super Over performances are counted and points are awarded as per normal rules.
Q8: Are there any negative points?
Yes, batsmen, wicket-keepers, and all-rounders get -2 points for a duck. Poor strike rates and economy rates also result in negative points.
7. Important Reminders
Before Every Match
- Check playing XI announcements
- Review pitch and weather conditions
- Verify your captain and vice-captain selections
- Ensure your team is within budget
- Submit your team before the deadline
During the Match
- Track live scores and points
- Monitor your leaderboard position
- Analyze player performances
- Learn from successful strategies
After the Match
- Review your team's performance
- Analyze what worked and what didn't
- Check final rankings
- Prepare for the next match
Note: All rules and scoring systems are subject to change. Users will be notified of any updates. For the most current information, always refer to this official rules page.
