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In a Spin - Could Hampshire Face Points Deduction for Slow Over Rate?

Hampshire's problems in County Championship cricket have been piling up so far this season - could a points deduction add to their woes?

09.06.26, 13:36 Updated 09.06.26, 13:36

Rich Edwards

Rich Edwards

In Hampshire's current position, a three point deduction for a slow over-rate in Surrey's first innings at the Oval, is the last thing Russell Domingo's side require.

So what are the current rules relating to slow over-rates?

The Hawk understands that any fine would relate to Hampshire's over-rate over both innings.

Which is good news as things stand.

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Rich Edwards

Rich Edwards is the founder and editor of The Hawk. Rich is a freelance cricket writer and lifelong Hampshire man. He has been published in a host of national publications, including The Times, The Cricketer and The Independent.

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