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Ask the Umpire: John Holder

Former international umpire John Holder joins Jonathan Agnew and Vic Marks during the lunch break on day two at Edgbaston to answer your questions about the laws of cricket.

Former international umpire John Holder joins Jonathan Agnew and Vic Marks during the lunch break on day two at Edgbaston to answer your questions about the laws of cricket. Top of the pile is the extra run given to England after the ball deflected off Ben Stokes’ bat in the World Cup win over New Zealand. You’ll also find out why you can’t walk backwards or sideways at the crease, whether or not a non-striking batsman can wear running spikes, and identify what bearded players can and can’t do with their facial hair.

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