Examples include the ability to return the ball to either end of the pitch, and the option to simulate an over, an innings, or an entire game.

However, unlike Brian Lara International Cricket 2007, there is no ability to play sweep shots, or to charge down the wicket.

[3] In the same review, the graphics are praised for having smooth and natural animations, but the closeups of the players look strange as their heads look oversized.

Other critics brought attention to the AI, which they said is the same independent of the difficulty settings that the player puts the game in.

[4] Despite the mixed or average reviews, BLPP went into the game charts straight to position 1 in its first week.