Retired hurt occurs when a batter is forced to leave the field during their innings due to a physical injury or sudden illness. The player is not considered ‘out’ and can technically return to finish their innings later if they recover before the team is all out.
Example: The opening batter went retired hurt after a fast bouncer struck his arm, but he returned to hit the winning runs later.
Pro-Tip: This rule is essential for player safety, allowing athletes to receive medical treatment immediately without penalizing the team’s score. However, if the player is unable to return at all, their innings is simply recorded as ‘Retired – Not Out’ in the final scorecard.
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