Keep the edition attached to the memory
MCC’s fourth edition of the 2017 Code took effect on 1 October 2026. Its end-of-day change requires an unfinished final over to be completed after a wicket, rather than using that wicket to draw stumps under the former provision. Match playing conditions still need to be distinguished from the underlying Laws.
Imagine an over beginning before the agreed close. A wicket falls with two valid deliveries still needed. A viewer recalling the former arrangement may expect the incoming batter to wait until morning. Under the changed end-of-day provision, the remaining deliveries explain why another batter comes out.
Count what remains, not the walk back
An on-screen clock passing the scheduled close does not itself establish that the over is complete. Keep the ball count visible alongside the wicket. The departure of one batter and arrival of another are part of the sequence, not proof that a new over has begun.
This illustration concerns the changed close-of-day provision, not every reason play might stop. An innings ending, the match ending or a separate interruption can change the situation. When comparing older footage, retain the edition date: otherwise a correct historical stoppage can appear inconsistent with a correct current continuation.
Questions answered
Is the change effective from January 2026?
MCC specified 1 October 2026.
Does the wicket itself complete a six-ball over?
No; the remaining valid deliveries still matter.
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