Multiple choice general knowledge sports

How many runs are awarded to the batting side as a penalty when the ball strikes a helmet placed on the ground behind the keeper?

  1. 2

  2. 3

  3. 4

  4. 5

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D Correct answer
Explanation

When the ball hits a helmet placed behind the wicketkeeper (usually kept by the fielding side), 5 penalty runs are awarded to the batting side. This is covered under Law 41 and is to prevent deliberate obstruction or dangerous placement of fielding equipment.