“I don’t want to do the batsman permanent injury, just to cause him concern – to hurt him a bit.” Dennis Lillee A sporting competition when seen and comprehended in its most rudimentary form is nothing short of a battle where opposing teams or players fight it out for the ultimate triumph and glory. In addition, like civilised nations who prescribe policies on warfare, every sport has its own set of rules governing player conduct on the field. However, keeping in mind the high intensity of competition which flows from the fierce passion and zest of the participating athletes, instances of violent acts and unlawful behaviour in the sporting arena, do not raise many eyebrows.