RBCL CODE OF CONDUCT
Match Officials shall not engage in any conduct which is prejudicial to the interests of the game of
cricket, RBCL and/or the League including without limitation the following:
2.1 Conduct that is contrary to the spirit of the game.
2.2 Conduct that brings the game into disrepute.
2.3 Match Officials shall not make or cause to be made any public pronouncement or media
comment (including via any social media platform) which is detrimental to:
(a) the game of cricket in general; or
(b) any particular Match between Teams in which any such Match Official is involved; or
(c) the League; or
(d) the RBCL; or
(e) relations between RBCLand any Team .
2.4 Match Officials shall not disclose or comment upon any alleged breach of this Code of Conduct
or the Code of Conduct for Players and Team Officials or any hearing, report or decision arising
from any such alleged breach unless such disclosure is required under the provisions of this
Code of Conduct or the Code of Conduct for Players and Team Officials.
2.5 Match Officialsshall not engage, directly or indirectly, in betting or any conduct described in the
Appendix 1.
2.6 Match Officials shall not use or in any way be concerned in the use or distribution of illegal
drugs.
2.7 Match Officials shall at all times observe and comply with the provisions of any regulation of
RBCL which applies to Match Officials in the League including but not limited to the Operational
Rules.
2.8 Using language or a gesture that is obscene, offensive or insulting to a Player, Team Official or
any other third person (including a spectator) during a Match.
2.9 Abuse of any cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during a
Match.
The Preamble to the Laws of Cricket, sets out the definition of the Spirit of Cricket, as follows:
“Preamble – The Spirit of Cricket
Cricket owes much of its appeal and enjoyment to the fact that it should be played not only according to
the Laws (which are incorporated within these Playing Conditions), but also within the Spirit of Cricket.
The major responsibility for ensuring fair play rests with the captains, but extends to all Players, Match
officials and, especially in junior cricket, teachers, coaches and parents.
Respect is central to the Spirit of Cricket.
Respect your captain, Team-mates, opponents and the authority of the Umpires.
Play hard and play fair.
Accept the Umpire’s decision.
Create a positive atmosphere by your own conduct and encourage others to do likewise.
Show self-discipline, even when things go against you.
Congratulate the opposition on their successes and enjoy those of your own Team.
Thank the officials and your opposition at the end of the match, whatever the result.
Cricket is an exciting game that encourages leadership, friendship and Teamwork, which brings together
people from different nationalities, cultures and religions, especially when played within the Spirit of
Cricket.”