All matches will be played in a knockout format.
A team that loses a match will be eliminated from the tournament.
The winning teams will progress to the next round until the Final Match.
Each match will consist of 5 overs per innings.
Both teams will receive a maximum of 5 overs to bat, subject to the applicable cricket rules and match conditions.
Each team may use a minimum of four bowlers during an innings.
One bowler may bowl a maximum of 2 overs.
The remaining 3 overs must be bowled by three different bowlers, with each bowling one over.
Therefore, a minimum of 4 different bowlers can be used by each team in a match.
Each participating team is expected to play with 11 registered players.
If a team is unable to field all 11 players for any valid reason, it may participate with a minimum of 8 players.
A team will not be permitted to participate with fewer than 8 players.
No unregistered or substitute player from outside the approved player list may participate.
Each software house must submit its complete player list during registration.
Only players included in the officially submitted and approved registration list will be eligible to participate.
No player from another software house, team, or external group may be added after registration.
Any violation of this rule may result in match disqualification or disciplinary action by the Tournament Committee.
All matches will follow the applicable and currently recognized Laws of Cricket, except where specific tournament rules override them.
Standard cricket rules regarding wide balls, no-balls, extras, wickets, runs, dismissals, and other match situations will apply.
The Tournament Committee and appointed umpires will have the authority to interpret and enforce the applicable rules during the tournament.
In case of rain, bad weather, ground conditions, technical issues, or any other unforeseen circumstances, the Tournament Committee and umpires may modify the match format.
Where applicable, a Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method may be used to determine the revised target and result.
If a full 5-over match cannot be completed, the number of overs may be reduced according to the available time and conditions.
The Committee may organize a 3-over or 2-over match, or another appropriate format, depending on the circumstances.
The final decision regarding the revised match format, target, or playing conditions will be made by the Tournament Committee and match officials.
All players must be genuine in-house employees of the software house they represent.
A player must have been employed for a minimum of 3 months prior to the tournament.
Recently joined employees (with less than 3 months of employment) will not be eligible.
Freelancers, contractors, temporary workers, or external consultants are not eligible.
The Committee may request reasonable proof of employment.
A player's professional profile (e.g., LinkedIn) may be considered as supporting evidence, but additional verification may be requested.
Any attempt to misrepresent employment status may result in disqualification and/or disciplinary action.
Sledging or abusive language is not permitted.
Aggressive or threatening behavior is not permitted.
Disrespectful behavior toward players, umpires, organizers, or spectators is not permitted.
Physical or verbal misconduct is not permitted.
Deliberate time-wasting or unnecessary delays are not permitted.
Any action that negatively affects the spirit of the tournament may result in disciplinary action.
The decision of the appointed umpire(s) will be final and respected by all.
Players and team representatives must not argue with, intimidate, insult, or disrespect an umpire.
Any disagreement must be handled through the Tournament Committee process.
Inappropriate behavior toward an umpire may result in warning, penalty, suspension, or disqualification.
The Committee reserves the right to make decisions on scheduling, playing conditions, eligibility, disciplinary matters, and other situations.
Any matter not covered in these rules will be decided by the Committee in consultation with match officials.
All teams are expected to respect and follow these decisions.
Formal warning
Penalty
Player or team suspension
Match disqualification
Tournament ban
The Committee will determine the appropriate action based on the nature and severity of the violation.
