Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: November 22, 2025

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using cricketcounsel.com (the “Website”), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our Website.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you (the “User” or “you”) and Cricket Counsel (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing, browsing, or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

2.1 Our Content

Unless otherwise stated, Cricket Counsel and/or its licensors own all intellectual property rights for all material, content, articles, analyses, graphics, designs, logos, and other elements on cricketcounsel.com. All intellectual property rights are reserved.

You may:

View and read content on the Website for your personal, non-commercial use
Download pages for caching purposes only
Print pages from the Website for your personal reference
Share links to our articles on social media platforms

All such use is subject to the restrictions set out below and elsewhere in these Terms and Conditions.

2.2 You Must Not:

Republish, reproduce, or copy material from cricketcounsel.com without proper attribution and permission
Sell, rent, lease, or sub-license material from the Website for commercial gain
Reproduce, duplicate, or copy material from the Website for commercial purposes
Redistribute content from cricketcounsel.com (unless content is specifically made available for redistribution)
Modify, adapt, or create derivative works based on our content without authorization
Remove or alter any copyright notices, watermarks, or proprietary rights notices
Use our content in any way that competes with or replaces Cricket Counsel
Scrape, harvest, or collect content using automated means without permission
Frame or embed our content on other websites without authorization
Claim authorship or ownership of our original content

2.3 Fair Use

We respect fair use principles. Brief excerpts of our content may be quoted for purposes of commentary, criticism, news reporting, or educational use, provided that:

Proper attribution is given to Cricket Counsel with a link back to the original article
The use is transformative and does not substitute for the original content
The excerpt is minimal and proportionate to the purpose
The use does not harm our commercial interests

2.4 Trademarks

“Cricket Counsel” and associated logos, designs, and branding elements are trademarks of Cricket Counsel. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written consent.

3. User Content and Comments

If we enable commenting, feedback forms, or user-generated content features on our Website:

3.1 You Grant Us License

By posting, submitting, or contributing content on our Website, you grant Cricket Counsel a non-exclusive, worldwide, irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free, transferable license to use, reproduce, adapt, modify, publish, distribute, publicly display, and create derivative works from such content in any media or format, for any purpose, including but not limited to:

Displaying your content on the Website
Promoting the Website and its content
Improving our services
Creating compilations or derivative works

3.2 Content Standards

You represent and warrant that any content you submit will:

Be truthful and accurate: Content must not contain false, misleading, or deceptive information
Respect others: Content must not contain offensive, obscene, hateful, threatening, harassing, defamatory, or abusive material
Be non-discriminatory: Content must not promote violence, discrimination, or prejudice based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic
Respect intellectual property: Content must not infringe any copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, or other intellectual property rights of any third party
Be non-commercial: Content must not contain spam, advertising, promotional material, solicitations, or commercial offers without authorization
Be legal: Content must comply with all applicable laws and regulations
Be appropriate: Content must be relevant to cricket discussions and appropriate for a general audience
Not impersonate others: Content must not impersonate any person, entity, or falsely represent your affiliation with any person or organization

3.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

Monitor all user-generated content at our sole discretion
Edit, modify, or alter any user content for clarity, appropriateness, or compliance
Remove any user content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable
Suspend or terminate user privileges for violations
Cooperate with law enforcement regarding illegal content

Content moderation decisions are made at our sole discretion without prior notice or liability.

3.4 No Obligation

We are under no obligation to monitor, edit, or remove any user content. The presence of any content does not indicate our endorsement or approval.

3.5 Responsibility

You are solely responsible for the content you post. We disclaim all liability for user-generated content.

4. Acceptable Use

4.1 You Agree Not to Use Our Website:

Unlawfully: In any way that violates any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation
Maliciously: To transmit, distribute, or upload any malicious code, viruses, worms, Trojan horses, spyware, or other harmful material
Deceptively: To engage in phishing, spoofing, or other deceptive practices
Automatically: To engage in any automated data collection, scraping, crawling, or harvesting without our express written permission
Fraudulently: To impersonate any person, entity, or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or organization
Abusively: To harass, abuse, threaten, stalk, or harm another person or entity
Commercially: For any unauthorized commercial purpose without our express written consent
Disruptively: To interfere with, disrupt, or create an undue burden on the Website or networks connected to it
Unauthorizedly: To attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, systems, or networks
Competitively: To monitor, copy, or replicate our content for competitive purposes

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You specifically agree not to:

Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of the Website
Circumvent any security measures or access controls
Use the Website to distribute chain letters, junk mail, or spam
Collect personal information about other users without consent
Post or transmit any unsolicited advertising or promotional materials
Engage in any activity that could damage our reputation or business

4.3 Consequences of Violation

Violation of these acceptable use terms may result in:

Immediate termination of your access to the Website
Legal action and pursuit of remedies
Reporting to law enforcement authorities
Liability for damages caused by your violations

5. Third-Party Links and Content

5.1 External Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, cricket organizations, cricket news sources, cricket equipment retailers, cricket statistics platforms, affiliate partners, or other external sites. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for:

The content of external websites
Privacy policies or practices of third-party sites
Accuracy or reliability of information on linked sites
Products or services offered by third parties
Actions or omissions of third-party websites

The inclusion of any link does not imply our endorsement, approval, or recommendation of the linked site or its content.

5.2 Affiliate Links and Disclosure

Some links on our Website are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase at no additional cost to you.

Important clarifications:

Affiliate commissions do not affect our editorial independence
We only recommend products or services we believe offer value
Affiliate relationships do not influence the accuracy or objectivity of our cricket analysis and content
You are under no obligation to purchase through affiliate links
Prices and availability are determined by merchants, not by us

5.3 Third-Party Content

We may embed or display content from third-party sources, such as:

Social media platforms (Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube)
Video hosting services
Statistics providers
News aggregators

Such content is governed by the terms and policies of those third-party platforms.

5.4 Your Responsibility

You access third-party websites and content at your own risk. We recommend:

Reviewing the terms and privacy policies of external sites
Exercising caution when providing personal information
Using appropriate security measures
Verifying the legitimacy of external sites

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

6.1 “As Is” Basis

The Website and all content, information, services, and materials provided are offered on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

6.2 No Warranty

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

Implied warranties of merchantability: We do not warrant that the Website is suitable for any particular purpose
Fitness for a particular purpose: We do not guarantee the Website will meet your specific needs or expectations
Non-infringement: While we respect intellectual property rights, we cannot guarantee that all content is free from infringement claims
Title: We do not warrant a clear title to all content
Accuracy: We do not guarantee that all information is accurate, complete, current, or error-free
Reliability: We do not warrant uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free operation

6.3 Specific Disclaimers

We do not warrant that:

The Website will be available continuously, uninterrupted, and error-free
The information, analysis, or counsel on the Website is complete, accurate, up-to-date, or applicable to your situation
The Website is free of viruses, malware, or other harmful components
Defects or errors will be corrected promptly or at all
The Website will be compatible with all devices, browsers, and operating systems
Data transmission will be secure or free from interception
Any advice, recommendations, or opinions will be suitable for your circumstances

6.4 Cricket Information

Cricket is a dynamic sport with constantly changing information. We cannot guarantee that:

Scores, statistics, and records are always current
Player information and team rosters are up-to-date
Match schedules and tournament information are accurate
Analysis and predictions will be correct

7. Limitation of Liability

7.1 No Liability for Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Cricket Counsel, its owners, team members, contributors, partners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, revenues, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:

Access and use: Your use of or inability to use the Website or any content thereon
Unauthorized access: Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers, databases, or your personal information
Interruptions: Any interruption, suspension, or cessation of transmission to or from the Website
Security breaches: Any bugs, viruses, malware, or similar harmful code transmitted through the Website by third parties
Content errors: Any errors, mistakes, inaccuracies, or omissions in any content on the Website
Third-party conduct: Any content, actions, or conduct of third parties on or linked from the Website
Reliance on content: Any decisions made or actions taken in reliance on information, analysis, or recommendations on the Website
Loss of data: Any loss, corruption, or damage to data or content
Business losses: Any loss of business, profits, revenue, or anticipated savings
Reputation damage: Any damage to reputation or goodwill
Equipment damage: Any damage to your computer, mobile device, or other equipment

7.2 Maximum Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, our total aggregate liability to you for all claims arising from or related to your use of the Website shall not exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing the Website during the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or one hundred dollars ($100), whichever is less.

7.3 Basis of the Bargain

You acknowledge that these limitations of liability are fundamental elements of the agreement between you and Cricket Counsel, and that the Website would not be provided to you without these limitations.

7.4 Jurisdictional Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

8. Indemnification

8.1 Your Indemnification Obligation

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Cricket Counsel, its owners, team members, contributors, employees, agents, partners, licensors, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs), judgments, fines, and settlements arising from or related to:

Your use: Your access to or use of the Website
Your content: Content you submit, post, or transmit through the Website
Terms violation: Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
Law violation: Your violation of any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
Rights infringement: Your infringement of any intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or other rights of any third party
Misrepresentation: Any misrepresentation made by you
Negligence: Your negligence or willful misconduct

8.2 Defense and Settlement

We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, and you agree to cooperate fully with our defense. You may not settle any claim without our prior written consent.

9. Changes to Content and Website

9.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to:

Modify, update, or remove any content on the Website at any time without prior notice
Suspend or discontinue any part or all of the Website temporarily or permanently
Change the format, features, or functionality of the Website
Impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of the Website

9.2 No Liability

We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, discontinuance, or changes to the Website or any content thereon.

9.3 No Guarantee of Availability

We do not guarantee that the Website will always be available or that access will be uninterrupted. Website availability may be affected by:

Maintenance and updates
Technical difficulties
Internet service provider issues
Force majeure events
Business decisions

10. Term and Termination

10.1 Term

These Terms remain in effect while you access or use the Website.

10.2 Termination by You

You may terminate your agreement with these Terms at any time by discontinuing use of the Website.

10.3 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to:

Suspend or terminate your access to the Website immediately, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms
Remove any content you have submitted
Take legal action if necessary

10.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your right to use the Website ceases immediately
Provisions regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification survive termination
We are not liable for any termination of your access

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be:

Modified to reflect the parties’ intention to the extent possible
Severed from these Terms if modification is not possible

The remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect and shall not be affected by the invalid or unenforceable provision.

12. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Cricket Counsel regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and communications, whether written or oral.

13. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. No waiver of any term shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

14. Assignment

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate any of your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

15.1 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

15.2 Jurisdiction

You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Your City/State], India, for the resolution of any disputes, claims, or controversies arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Website.

15.3 Dispute Resolution

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, we encourage parties to attempt to resolve disputes through good-faith negotiation and communication.

16. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

Acts of God, natural disasters, or extreme weather
War, terrorism, civil unrest, or government actions
Internet service provider failures or telecommunications outages
Cyber attacks or security breaches by third parties
Strikes, labor disputes, or supply chain disruptions
Pandemics, epidemics, or public health emergencies

17. Changes to Terms

17.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms and Conditions at any time at our sole discretion. Changes may be made to:

Reflect changes in our practices or services
Comply with legal requirements
Improve clarity or address ambiguities
Address new issues or circumstances

17.2 Notification

We will notify users of any material changes by:

Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
Posting a prominent notice on the Website homepage
Sending an email notification (if we have your email address)

17.3 Acceptance

Your continued use of the Website after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with the modified Terms, you should discontinue use of the Website.

17.4 Review Responsibility

It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for changes. We recommend checking this page regularly.

18. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: businessbuddykb@gmail.com

Website: CricketCounsel.com

Response Time: We typically respond to inquiries within 7-10 business days

By using CricketCounsel.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

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