What kind of changes was introduced by MCC in the second half of 18th century?
1. It became common to pitch the ball through the air, rather than roll it along the ground.
2. This gave the bowler the option to length, deception through the air and increased pace.
3. It also opened new possibilities for spin and swing.
4. In response, batsmen had to master timing and shot selection. One immediate result was the replacement of carved bat with the straight one.
5. The weight of the ball was limited between 5½ to 5¾ ounces, and the width of the bat to four inches.
6. In 1774, the first leg before wicket law was introduced.
