Know the Rules, Play with Confidence
Get familiar with our gameplay rules and guidelines to enjoy fair and competitive fantasy sports.
How Does Fantasy Sports Work?
Team Selection:
You create a fantasy team by selecting real-life players from the available pool. Each player is assigned a value based on their real-world performance and stats.
Points System:
Points are awarded based on the players’ actions in their respective real-life games. For example, in cricket, a player might earn points for runs scored or wickets taken. In football, points may be awarded for goals, assists, and clean sheets.
Contests:
Players can join various contests, such as head-to-head matchups, league tournaments, or larger prize pool competitions. Contest types may have different rules regarding team composition and player selection.
Scoring:
Points are accumulated based on individual performances and can vary depending on the sport and contest rules. At the end of the matchday or contest period, the team with the most points wins.
Player Selection Rules
Selecting the right players for your fantasy sports team is crucial to building a competitive squad and maximizing your chances of success. Each fantasy sport has its own unique rules and guidelines when it comes to player selection. Below are the key rules and strategies to keep in mind as you draft your team.
Key Takeaways:
- Research: Always stay informed about player performance, injuries, and match conditions.
- Budget Management: Balance your salary cap effectively, mixing star players with under-the-radar picks.
- Team Composition: Ensure your team meets all position and player restrictions.
- Monitor Updates: Stay up to date with player availability, injury reports, and team changes before the match starts.
Contest Rules
Overview of Contest Formats
- Head-to-Head: Compete against a single opponent in a one-on-one match.
- Leagues: Join a league with multiple players, where each participant plays against others over several rounds.
- Tournaments: Larger contests with multiple rounds, offering big prize pools for the top scorers.
Joining Contests
You can join public contests by browsing available competitions or create private leagues to play with friends. Simply choose a contest, select your players, and enter your team within the specified deadline.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection
Roles of Captain and Vice-Captain
- Captain: The captain is the most important player on your team, as they earn double points for their performance.
- Vice-Captain: The vice-captain earns 1.5x points. If the captain does not perform, the vice-captain’s points are counted as captain points.
Strategy
Selecting a strong captain and vice-captain can make or break your fantasy team's performance, so choose wisely based on player form and match conditions.
Transfer and Substitution Rules
Transfers and Substitutions
- You can transfer players or make substitutions before the contest begins or during certain periods (depending on the contest rules). Transfers allow you to adjust your team based on injuries or poor performances.
Limits and Deadlines
Most contests have a set number of transfers allowed, and any changes must be made before the match starts. Ensure you keep track of deadlines to make timely adjustments.
Tie-Breaker Rules
How Ties are Resolved
- Captain Points: The player with the higher points from their captain will win.
- Bench Points: If the tie persists, bench points (points from unselected players) are considered.
Special Tie-Breaker Rules
Some contests may have additional tie-breaker criteria, such as total player stats or match performance, depending on the format.
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