The International Cricket Council have released their latest version of the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern scoring method ©Getty Images

The International Cricket Council (ICC) have released a new, updated version of the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) scoring system along with new playing conditions and a Code of Conduct.

The new version of DLS is the third to be brought in since the system was introduced to international cricket in 2014 and has been carried out following a "detailed ball-by-ball analysis of scoring patterns" in all limited overs international matches played over the past four years.

It means the current system is based on 700 one day internationals (ODIs) and 428 T20 matches.

The DLS scoring system is usually applied when matches are shortened by rain ©Getty Images
The DLS scoring system is usually applied when matches are shortened by rain ©Getty Images

The latest analysis has reportedly shown that scoring averages in ODIs have continued to increase, meaning par score calculations will now assume teams will score a slightly higher proportion of their runs towards the end of their innings.

A single version of the new DLS system will be used across all formats.

The DLS system applies a mathematical formula to establish a target score for the team batting second in limited overs cricket, when the match is interrupted, usually by weather.

It is generally accepted as the most accurate method of calculating a target score.