Frequently Asked Questions

It's a fantasy cricket competition based on the Ashes series. You pick an XI for each Test, score points from real performances, and compete on overall and mini-league leaderboards.

There is a small entry fee to take part in the main game. This helps fund the prize pot and cover running costs. Some players may also have free entry if they've been given a promo code.

Unlimited transfers are allowed before the First Test. Allowing new entrants to join after the series has begun would create an unfair advantage — they would know team selections, avoid early injuries, and see real match performances before choosing their XI.

Closing paid entry at the start of Test 2 ensures:

• A level playing field for all entrants
• No late-entry tactical advantage
• A fair and transparent prize competition

You can still make transfers before each Test, but new paid entries are not accepted once the First Test begins.

The final prize pot depends on how many people pay to enter. To keep things transparent:

• A fixed percentage of all paid entry fees goes directly into the prize pool.
• The final prize pot and prize breakdown will be confirmed and published on the site before the First Test transfer deadline.
• Ahead of that, you may see a live estimated prize pot that updates as entries come in.

Yes – if you have a free entry code. These codes are created with a limited number of uses and are usually handed out by clubs, groups or as part of a promotion.

Once a code has reached its usage limit it will stop working. We may use different codes in different places (for example flyers, WhatsApp groups or social media) so we can see where players are joining from.

One team per account. This keeps the game fair and prevents people spamming multiple entries.

• Test 1 – unlimited changes before the deadline.
• Tests 2–5 – up to three changes per Test.
• Transfers lock automatically at the published deadline before each Test.

You'll see the exact deadlines on the team page for each Test.

Points are based on official match scorecards. Typical scoring includes:

• Runs, strike rates and milestone bonuses.
• Wickets, economy bonuses and five-fors.
• Catches and stumpings.
• Penalties for ducks and other low scores.

Your Captain scores 2× points and your Vice-captain scores 1.5× points.

A full scoring breakdown is available on the Rules page.

Mini-leagues are private competitions you can run with friends, team-mates, your club or your workplace. You create a league, share the join code, and the leaderboard updates automatically as the series goes on.

You're free to run your own prize pot inside a mini-league if you want, but that's organised by you – the main game's official prize pot is separate and based on overall paid entries.

Not really. Some knowledge helps, but you can easily take part by picking players you like and adjusting as you go. The scoring system ensures that stand-out performances are rewarded clearly.

The platform is built and run by ClubStand, an independent UK-based cricket project focused on simple tools to help clubs and fans raise money and enjoy the game.

You can find the full game rules on the Rules page. Any important updates will be posted there before they take effect.