Smash Series Cricket FAQ

• What are the main rules of Smash Series?

  Smash Series was built from the love of backyard, street, tape ball, beach and gully cricket. The main rules include:

  • 60-minute matches
  • soft balls and modified bats
  • smaller fields
  • smaller teams
  • everyone gets a chance to bat and bowl.

  Full rules and variations are available through your program provider.

• What does it mean by ‘flexible rules’?

  Just like backyard cricket, rules may alter based on where you play. This can include:

  • team size (based on numbers)
  • field size (based on location)
  • competitive changes
  • overs (based on numbers)
  • backyard rules – one hand – one bounce, six and out and more.
• What equipment do I need?

  You don't require any equipment! All bats, balls and stumps are provided by your facilitator. Simply get your active gear ready, a hat and drink bottle and play. 

• Do I need cricket experience to play?

  Not at all! Smash Series is open for new players to cricket, people who have played previously, the backyard cricket legend or current community cricket players. 

• Where is Smash Series played?

  Smash Series can be played almost anywhere. Programs may be played at local ovals, parks, basketball courts, indoors or even at the beach. Be sure to check out your local options.

• Do I need a club or team to play?

  Not for Smash Series. You can register as an individual and be placed into a team or register as a small group and be merged into a team. Junior non-competitive programs may alter teams each week.

• Will I need protective equipment?

  No. Soft tennis and rubber balls are used in Smash Series, so participants don't need to wear protective equipment. Of course, if you would feel more confident wearing protective equipment, you're more than welcome to bring this along. 

• Where can I play?

  Find your local program here.