What happens if the ball hits the batter's body or pads?
Rule- Perth, WA
- Cricket
- MJCC Stage 1
- Year 4-5 boys
- Year 4-7 girls
- 2026/27
- Parent umpires
Nothing: there's no Leg Before Wicket (LBW) at this level. If the ball hits the batter's body or pads, play carries on and the batters can run. Nobody can be given out LBW, so ignore any appeals for it.
If a batter keeps deliberately using their pads to stop the ball hitting the stumps, have a quiet word (or ask the main umpire to). Umpires and coaches are expected to discourage it.
Updated 17 Oct 2026