If B1 accidentally steps on a rolling ball after a strikeout, what is the ruling?

The ruling that the ball remains alive if no intentional interference was present is appropriate in this scenario. When B1 accidentally steps on a rolling ball after a strikeout, it is considered an unintentional occurrence. In baseball and softball rules, if a player unintentionally interferes with a live ball, the ball generally remains in play unless there is a clear intent to interfere.

In this case, the accidental contact with the rolling ball does not constitute intentional interference, thus allowing the ball to continue to be in play. Players have to be aware that unintentional actions of this nature typically do not result in a dead ball scenario unless specified by the rules. This ruling allows normal game continuity and reflects the principle that unintentional actions usually do not alter the status of play unless they clearly affect the outcome or the regulation of the game.