Fast. Fearless. Explosive. The format that changed cricket forever.
**T20 cricket** is a high-intensity format where each team plays a maximum of 20 overs. Matches last around **3 hours**, making it the most viewer-friendly, entertainment-driven version of cricket.
Born in 2003, T20 evolved into a global spectacle through tournaments like the **IPL**, **Big Bash**, and **T20 World Cup**.
Each bowler can bowl a maximum of **4 overs**.
Only **2 fielders** allowed outside the inner circle — making big hitting inevitable.
Designed for limited swing but consistent pace and visibility under lights.
Strict time limits; slow over-rates lead to reduced fielders outside the circle in the death overs.
Matches shortened frequently use DLS to adjust targets fairly.
Win, loss, tie, super over, or no result.
Boundaries every few balls, strike-rates above 150 are common.
Bowlers use variations — slower balls, yorkers — constantly to survive death overs.
Athleticism, dives, and boundary saves are game-changing requirements.
IPL, PSL, BBL, CPL, SA20 — T20 leagues dominate modern cricket.