O f f i c i a l R u l e s
Contest Rules & Guidelines
Everything you need to know about contest rules and fair play
Contest Rules
Entry Requirements
- •Must have a Web3 wallet connected
- •Must have sufficient ETH for entry fee and gas
- •Can only enter each contest once per wallet
- •Must enter before contest closes
Prediction Rules
- •Select exact number of balls as contest type (5, 10, 15, or 20)
- •Ball numbers must be between 1 and 120
- •Predictions must be submitted before match starts
- •Cannot modify predictions after submission
Contest Timing
- •Contests open 24-48 hours before match
- •Entry and predictions close when match starts
- •Points calculated after match ends
- •Rewards available immediately after distribution
Scoring & Ranking
- •Points awarded only for correct predictions
- •Point values vary by phase (see points system)
- •Players ranked by total points
- •Tie-breaker: earlier submission time wins
What Counts as a Dot Ball?
Valid Dot Balls
- •0 runs scored: Ball bowled, no runs taken by batsman
- •Legal delivery: Not a no-ball or wide
- •Defense or miss: Batsman defends or misses the ball
- •Wicket ball: Counts as dot if no runs scored before wicket
NOT Dot Balls
- •Runs scored: Any runs taken (1, 2, 3, 4, 6)
- •No-balls: Illegal delivery (runs scored or not)
- •Wides: Ball goes out of reach of batsman
- •Byes/Leg-byes: Runs taken without bat contact
Fair Play Policy
Prohibited Actions
- •Multiple accounts to enter same contest
- •Bot usage or automated prediction scripts
- •Collusion with other players
- •Exploiting bugs or vulnerabilities
- •Manipulation of smart contracts
Consequences
- •Account suspension or permanent ban
- •Forfeiture of entry fees and winnings
- •Wallet address blacklisting
- •Legal action for fraud or abuse
- •Report to relevant authorities if necessary
Match Cancellation & Disputes
If Cancelled
- •All entry fees are refunded to participants' wallets
- •Refunds processed automatically via smart contract
- •No platform fees deducted from refunds
If Shortened (Rain/DLS)
- •Contest continues if minimum 10 overs bowled per innings
- •Points calculated based on actual balls bowled
- •If less than 10 overs, full refund issued
Dispute Resolution
- •All match data verified from official cricket boards
- •Disputes handled via support@dotball.bet
- •Admin decision is final in case of disputes
Questions About the Rules?
Check our FAQ or contact support for clarification