Umpiring Science
Lesson 15 of 21

Run-Out at Non-Striker's End (Mankad)

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Legal but contested.

Technical Breakdown

19-section schema

Definition

The bowler can run out a non-striker who has left the before the ball is delivered — now classified as a standard run-out (Law 38.3, since 2022).

Etymology

'Mankading' is named after Indian Vinoo , who ran out Australia's Bill Brown at the non-striker's end in 1947.

History

First seen in a in 1947 (Vinoo vs Bill Brown); reclassified from 'unfair play' to a regular run-out under MCC Law 38.3 in 2022.

Tactical Use

Non-strikers must hold the until the ball leaves the bowler's hand; teams now use warnings sparingly.

Common Mistakes & Drills

Non-strikers stealing ground after warning; coaches teach 'back-foot anchor' drills.