1. What is the Duckworth-Lewis Rule?

The Duckworth-Lewis (D/L) method is a mathematical formulation used to calculate the target score for the team batting second in a limited overs cricket match interrupted by weather or other circumstances.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the basic Duckworth-Lewis formula:

Where:

• \( Par \) — The par score (runs the first team scored or was projected to score)
• \( Resources\ Lost \) — Percentage of resources (overs and wickets) lost due to interruption

Explanation: The method accounts for the remaining resources (overs and wickets) available to the team batting second when setting a revised target.

3. Importance of D/L Method

Details: The D/L method provides a fair way to reset targets in interrupted matches, considering both overs remaining and wickets in hand. It's the standard method used in international cricket.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the par score (runs) and the percentage of resources lost (0-100%). The calculator will compute the revised target for the team batting second.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is 'Par Score' in D/L method?
A: The par score is what the team batting first scored or was projected to score in their full allocation of overs.

Q2: How is resources lost calculated?
A: Resources are calculated from standard D/L tables based on overs remaining and wickets lost. This calculator simplifies by taking the percentage directly.

Q3: When is the D/L method applied?
A: When a match is interrupted by weather or other factors and the team batting second doesn't get their full allocation of overs.

Q4: Are there limitations to this method?
A: The full D/L method is more complex than this simplified version, accounting for wickets lost and exact over-by-over resource percentages.

Q5: Is this the official D/L calculation?
A: This is a simplified version. Official calculations use detailed tables and computer software provided by the ICC.