Obstructing the field is a way a batter can get out in cricket. It happens when a batter purposely gets in the way of a fielder and stops them from making a play. If it happens by accident, the batter is not out.
When Is the Batter Out?
A batter is out if they:
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Purposely block a fielder.
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Stop the ball to avoid getting run out.
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Use their hand or body to stop the fielding team from getting the ball.
When Is the Batter Not Out?
A batter is not out if:
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The contact is an accident.
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They are only running between the wickets.
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They do not try to stop the fielding team.
A batter runs between the wickets. A fielder throws the ball at the stumps. The batter purposely hits the ball away with their hand to stop the run out. The umpire can give the batter out for obstructing the field.
Obstructing the field is a rare way to get out in cricket. A batter is only out if they purposely stop the fielding team. If it happens by accident, they are usually not out.