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IPL 2025: Ban on use of saliva to shine cricket balls lifted

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Bowlers will be allowed to use saliva to shine the cricket ball in the upcoming Indian Premier League.

The ban was imposed during the Covid pandemic five years ago .

Saliva helps bowlers maintain the ball's shine and generate reverse swing.

The change will come into effect from Saturday when IPL 2025 kicks off with Kolkata Knight Riders .

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