Kleenheat’s ultimate backyard cricket rules One hand, one bounce The golden rule: single rebound and a one-hand catch? Start walking. Not out first ball Cricket’s for all ages and skill, so give Nanna a second chance. Six & out No one likes a slogger. Go get the ball, too. Tip and run Cleanest drive or faintest edge: you hit it, you run. Ball tampering is OK Fuzz-up the tennis ball? Sure. Cover half with tape? You bet. Wheelie bin wickets Ball hits anywhere on the bin, you’re out. No exceptions. No LBW Too many arguments, though enthusiastic appeals encouraged. Retire at 50 A quick game’s a good game. Raise the bat, then give someone else a go. Auto wickie The most reliable fielder in the game. Never drops a catch. End of play Pull up stumps only when the sausages are ready, all balls are lost or it’s too dark to see.