The helmet of the wicket keeper is kept on the ground and the ball that the batsman strikes hits the helmet. How many penalty runs
are given to the batting team for this occurrence?

Options

A. 4
B. 2
C. 6
D. 5

Answer

D

Explanation

As per the rules: Five penalty runs are awarded to the batting team (or to the batsman in some cases) if: The ball strikes a fielder.s helmet when it is on the field but not being worn. A fielder willfully fields the ball other than with his person (for example, using a cap or other item of clothing).