Visually Impaired cricket, a version of the sport adapted for people with visual impairments.

It’s played internationally and domestically with specific rules and equipment designed to make the game accessible and enjoyable.

Key Features of VI Cricket:

1. Ball

• The ball is larger than a standard cricket ball and filled with ball bearings to make a sound when it moves.

• This allows players with limited or no sight to track it by sound.

2. Teams

• Teams are made up of players with different levels of visual impairment:

  • B1: Totally blind (often wear blindfolds to ensure fairness).

  • B2/B3: Partially sighted players.

3. Batting and Bowling

• Bowlers must call out “play” before delivering the ball.

• The ball is rolled or bowled underarm to ensure it’s accessible by sound.

• B1 batters get additional runs for scoring due to the higher challenge.

4. Fielding

• Fielders rely on sound and communication.

• The game emphasizes teamwork, quick reactions, and positioning.

International VI Cricket

• Governed by World Blind Cricket Ltd. (WBC).

• Countries like India, England, Pakistan, Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and others have national teams.

• The Blind Cricket World Cup and Blind T20 World Cup are major tournaments.

VI Cricket in the UK

• Managed by Blind Cricket England & Wales (BCEW).

• Multiple regional and national teams compete in leagues.

• There’s also Super 9s and Development Leagues for different skill levels.

Here is an introduction video to VI cricket, explaining how it has been made more accessible. Visit our events calendar to check up to date dates and locations for VI cricket and other sports and activities provided by Galloways.