By Admin 
A new rule has come into effect in the Big Bash League 2026-27 season, about which the players are also very curious. This rule is taken from the game of baseball, under which a team can choose a “Designated Hitter” (who will only bat) and a “Designated Fielder” (who will only field). However, it will be up to the teams whether they want to select these players or play with the same playing 11.
Senior players can benefit from this new rule of designated batsman or fielder. The purpose of this rule is also to reduce the chances of injury to the main players. With this the batsman will be able to focus only on his batting. Let us tell you that this new rule has been taken from baseball.
With this new rule, players like Mitchell Marsh, who plays for Perth Scorchers, and veteran batsman Chris Lynn, who plays for Adelaide Strikers, may have a longer career. Older players are more prone to injury while fielding, this rule will reduce the risk for any player.
What is the Designated Batter-Fielder rule?
Designated Batter and Designated Fielder will not be able to bowl, although Designated Fielder can play the role of wicketkeeper. If a team does not want to use this rule, it can play with the normal playing 11.
Glenn Maxwell said about this new rule, “This new rule will increase the excitement in the tournament. How the teams use it? It will be interesting to see.” League consultant Trent Woodhill said, “This rule has received positive feedback from players around the world. This will allow many big players to play in the Big Bash League in the next edition. This rule is not being implemented in the Women’s Big Bash League, but may be in the future.”
Ricky Ponting supported
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting supported this rule, calling it correct. He said, “Some players are at that stage in their career where they are not able to make much impact in fielding. If the rules help them then it will be good.”