Question

How many balls were there in an over before 1979?

Answer 1

Answer:

Six balls

A major change was witnessed in the Over rule too. At present, six balls constitute an over. However, it was not always like this. Since 1979/80, all Test cricket has been played with six balls per over.

Answer 2

Answer:

Till the year 1889 there were 4 ball per over but later it was changed to five balls per over.

Explanation:

In 1900 there was a change brought up to six balls per over.

During 1922 - 23 season of cricket Australia implemented eight balls per over.

But after 1979 it constantly 6 balls per over.