Can I stand on the off side instead?
Guideline- Perth, WA
- Cricket
- MJCC Stage 1
- Year 4-5 boys
- Year 4-7 girls
- 2026/27
- Parent umpires
Yes. If a fielder is standing in your line of sight, or you can't see the crease properly, move to the off side, level with the crease at about the same distance. Let the main umpire know you've moved, and go back to square leg when the problem is gone.
Updated 17 Oct 2026