This section explains how to configure teams and opening batsmen before starting a cricket match in the Scorer App.

These settings define who is batting, who is bowling, and who starts the innings.

Overview #

The Team Settings section allows you to:

• Assign batting and bowling teams
• Set opening batsmen
• Prepare the match for live scoring

All information entered here is used immediately once the match begins and appears in:

• Live scoring screen
• Score overlays
• Match records

Team Settings #

Batting Team #

This field defines the team that will bat first.

• Default value: Team A
• Tap the field to enter the correct team name

This team’s score will be tracked from the first ball.

Bowling Team #

This field defines the team that will bowl first.

• Default value: Team B
• Tap the field to enter the correct team name

The bowling team will switch automatically when innings change.

Opening Batsmen #

Before scoring begins, the two opening batsmen must be defined.

Batsman 1 (Strike) #

This is the batsman who will face the first ball of the innings.

• Default value: Batsman 1
• This batsman starts on strike

Make sure this is the correct striker before starting the match.

Batsman 2 (Non-Strike) #

This is the second opening batsman at the non-striker’s end.

• Default value: Batsman 2
• Will rotate strike based on runs and overs

Editing Team and Player Names #

• Tap any field to edit the name
• Changes can be made before the match starts
• Once scoring begins, names should not be changed unless absolutely necessary

⚠️ Incorrect names here will reflect in live scoring and overlays.

Match Presets (Optional) #

At the top of the screen, you may see Cricket Match Presets.

• Presets allow saving match settings for quick reuse
• If no presets are saved, the section will show “No saved presets”
• Presets are optional and not required to start a match

Before You Continue #

Ensure the following are correct:

• Batting team name
• Bowling team name
• Opening batsman on strike
• Second batsman name

Once verified, you can proceed to:

• Add remaining players
• Configure match rules
• Begin scoring