A batsman cannot be stumped on a free hit in cricket; the free hit rule was introduced to prevent unfair dismissals and to grant the batting side a generous run without the risk of being dismissed by certain laws.

What is a Free Hit?

Free hits are awarded to the batting team whenever a bowler delivers a no-ball, especially for overstepping the crease. This rule is applied to each format of the game.

Dismissals Allowed on Free Hit

A batsman cannot be dismissed by way of stumping on a free hit. The only valid ways a batsman can get out are:

Bowled (if the ball directly hits the stumps)
Caught
Leg Before Wicket (LBW)
Hit Wicket

Why Stumping is Not Allowed on a Free Hit

Stumping is the act of the wicketkeeper displacing the bails while the striker is out of his crease and not attempting a run. Notably, cases of dismissal under stumping would not apply in the case of a free hit.

Due to this, batsmen will be able to go all-out and play adventurous strokes without being fettered by worries of being stumped during a no-ball throw. The very essence of the game is entertained because free-hit instances allow batsmen to go really aggressive with their shots.

Upholding Free Hit Rules

Both teams and match officials should be well acquainted with free hit laws. If the bowler or wicket-keeper makes any attempt to dismiss the batsman among the invalid modes, then the ball could be called for no-ball.

This free-hit rule is an important ex-cheat in limited overs cricket and keeps the game fair and exciting while allowing the batting side to exploit additional scoring opportunities.