DLS revised target
Simplified DLS estimate. For official matches, use the ICC-certified DLS Professional Edition.
Revised target
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Frequently asked questions
Why is DLS controversial?
Critics argue DLS can produce unfair targets, particularly in T20 where a high-scoring powerplay by Team 1 can set an unreachable target if Team 2 loses early overs. The method is mathematically sound but its published resource tables are kept confidential, making independent verification impossible.
When is DLS applied?
When a team's innings is interrupted or curtailed by weather, or when the match is reduced to fewer overs before it starts. The minimum requirement for a valid result varies — usually 5 overs per side in T20, 20 overs per side in ODIs.