TERMS & CONDITIONS

FAIR PLAY & TOURNAMENT GUIDELINES

1 General

By registering for the tournament, all teams and players agree to abide by the rules, regulations, and decisions of the Organizer.

The Organizer reserves the right to amend, modify, or update the tournament rules, fixtures, schedule, or format whenever necessary in the best interest of the tournament.

2 Eligibility

All participating players must satisfy the eligibility criteria prescribed for the tournament, including corporate category, age requirements, or any other conditions notified by the Organizer.

Valid Government-issued ID proof is mandatory and may be verified at any stage of the tournament.

Any player providing false information or forged documents shall be liable for immediate disqualification.

3 Registration & Entry Fees

Tournament entry fees must be paid in full before the prescribed deadline.

Registration shall be considered confirmed only after successful payment verification by the Organizer.

Entry fees are strictly non-refundable unless specifically approved by the Organizer under exceptional circumstances.

4 Player Registration Violation (Important)

If any player is found registered in violation of tournament rules, eligibility norms, or documentation requirements, the following actions shall apply:

  • Immediate disqualification of the concerned player.
  • The player shall not be permitted to participate in any match of the tournament.
  • Registration fees paid by the player/team shall stand forfeited and remain non-refundable under all circumstances.
  • The Organizer reserves absolute authority to determine violations and impose disciplinary action.

5 Team Composition

Each team must register the prescribed number of players, including substitutes, as notified by the Organizer.

No player shall be permitted to represent more than one team during the tournament.

Any addition, replacement, or modification in the squad must receive prior approval from the Organizer.

6 Match Rules

Matches shall be conducted in T20 format and governed by applicable standard cricket rules along with tournament-specific playing conditions.

Match timings, toss procedures, overs, and other playing conditions shall be communicated before commencement of the match.

The decision of the umpires and tournament officials shall be final and binding.

7 Reporting Time

All teams must report at the venue at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled match time.

Failure to report on time may result in penalties, reduction of overs, or walkover, solely at the discretion of the Organizer.

8 Conduct & Discipline

All players, officials, and team members are expected to maintain discipline, professionalism, and sportsmanship both on and off the field.

Any act of misconduct, abuse, physical altercation, misbehavior, or violation of tournament decorum may lead to:

  • Warning or penalty
  • Player suspension
  • Team disqualification
  • Ban from future tournaments organized by the Organizer

9 Mobile Phone & Communication Policy (Fair Play Rule)

During match proceedings, no player or team member shall use mobile phones on the field or within the designated playing area.

Mobile phone usage in the dugout/bench area is prohibited except in emergency situations or with prior permission from the Organizer.

Only authorized personnel appointed by the Organizer may use mobile devices for official scoring, broadcasting, live updates, or tournament communication.

Unauthorized usage may result in warning, penalty, suspension, or disqualification.

10 Equipment

Match balls and essential match arrangements shall be provided by the Organizer.

Teams and players must arrange their own personal cricket equipment including bats, pads, gloves, helmets, shoes, and guards.

11 Weather & Unforeseen Conditions

Matches may be delayed, rescheduled, shortened, or cancelled due to weather conditions, ground conditions, or any unforeseen circumstances beyond control.

The Organizer’s decision in such situations shall be final and binding upon all teams and participants.

12 Disputes & Appeals

Any dispute or protest must be reported immediately to the tournament committee before the commencement of the next match.

The decision of the Organizer and tournament committee shall be final, binding, and not subject to further challenge.

13 Media & Promotional Rights

Photographs, videos, recordings, interviews, and other media captured during the tournament may be used by the Organizer for promotional, marketing, broadcasting, or commercial purposes.

Participation in the tournament constitutes unconditional consent for such usage without compensation.

14 Liability Disclaimer

The Organizer shall not be held responsible for:

  • Any injury, illness, accident, or medical emergency occurring during the tournament.
  • Loss, theft, or damage of personal belongings or equipment.
  • Participants are advised to take appropriate personal safety precautions and insurance coverage, if required.

15 Cancellation Policy

The Organizer reserves the right to cancel, postpone, suspend, or modify the tournament due to unavoidable circumstances, insufficient participation, government restrictions, or force majeure events.

Refunds, if any, shall be solely at the discretion of the Organizer.

16 Player Registration, Auction & Refund Policy

Player registrations shall be conducted online through the official tournament website using secure payment gateway services including Razorpay.

All payments made towards player registration shall be treated as final and securely processed.

Unsold Player Refund Policy

In the event a registered player remains unsold during the auction process:

  • 65% of the registration amount shall be refunded after completion of the auction process (minimum processing period: 48 hours).
  • The remaining 35% shall be retained by the Organizer towards auction management, operational, and administrative expenses.
No Refund Situations

No refund shall be applicable in the following cases:

  • Once a player has been sold in the auction.
  • If any player/team is found violating tournament rules or eligibility criteria.
  • In cases involving disciplinary action or disqualification.

The Organizer’s decision regarding auction proceedings, player eligibility, and refunds shall remain final and binding.

17 Acceptance of Terms

Participation in the IK Corporate Champions Trophy shall constitute complete acceptance of all the above-mentioned Terms & Conditions by players, teams, officials, and associated members.

18 Anti-Cheating & Fair Play Policy

Any form of cheating, match-fixing, fake identity usage, impersonation, or manipulation of scores/statistics will lead to immediate suspension and permanent ban from the tournament.

Organizer reserves the right to investigate suspicious activities and take disciplinary action.

19 Alcohol, Smoking & Substance Policy

Consumption of alcohol, smoking, vaping, or use of prohibited substances inside the ground premises or during matches is strictly prohibited.

Violation may result in player or team suspension.

20 Dress Code & Jersey Rules

Teams must wear proper cricket attire and tournament-approved jerseys.

Players without proper jerseys or bibs may not be allowed to participate.

Spike shoes may be restricted depending on ground conditions.

21 Code of Conduct for Support Staff & Spectators

Coaches, managers, owners, supporters, and spectators associated with teams must also maintain discipline.

Any abusive behavior towards umpires, organizers, scorers, or opponents may attract penalties on the respective team.

22 Live Streaming, Broadcasting & Content Rights

All broadcasting, streaming, photography, highlights, reels, and digital content rights related to the tournament shall remain exclusively with the Organizer.

No team or player may commercially use tournament footage without prior written permission.

23 Sponsorship & Branding Rights

Organizer reserves exclusive rights regarding sponsorship visibility, branding placement, on-ground advertisements, and digital promotions.

Teams shall not display conflicting sponsor branding without prior approval.

24 Medical Emergency Clause

Players participate at their own risk and are responsible for their medical fitness.

Organizer may provide basic first aid support but shall not be liable for medical expenses.

25 Force Majeure Clause

Organizer shall not be liable for delays, cancellation, or interruption caused by natural disasters, government restrictions, political disturbances, pandemics, strikes, technical failures, or events beyond reasonable control.

26 Digital & Payment Fraud Protection

Any fraudulent payment, chargeback attempt, fake transaction proof, or unauthorized payment dispute may result in permanent ban and legal action.

27 Governing Law & Jurisdiction

All disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

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