For cricket fans, the scoreboard of the match is no less than magic. The viewers know every moment of the game as runs, wickets and overs are updated on the TV screen. But have you ever wondered who updates these data on the screen?
Actually, the people who update the scores shown on TV are data entry and scorekeeping experts. Their job is not only to record runs or wickets, but also to accurately update the record of every ball, statistics of batsman and bowler, run rate, strike rate and live statistics of the match.
These professionals usually work while sitting in the stadium or broadcasting center during the match. They have access to all the live match statistics, which they enter into the computer system. This process must be extremely fast and accurate, as any mistake can result in false information being delivered to TV viewers.
Score updaters usually have good knowledge of the game and the ability to make fast decisions. They have to remember the statistics of the batsman and bowler and identify any exceptions or out-of-order data quickly. For this, expertise in both technical and sports fields is necessary.
As far as salary is concerned, it depends on the person’s experience, company and league. Score entry and data team staff in big leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL) may earn Rs 15,000 to Rs 40,000 per match, while in smaller tournaments or broadcasting channels this amount is less. Some experienced data managers or scorekeeping experts can even earn an annual salary of lakhs.
Experts say that the demand for this work is continuously increasing, as it has become mandatory to update data at every moment for online streaming, mobile apps and TV broadcasts. So score updating professionals now provide live data not just for TV, but also on digital platforms.
That is, the next time you are watching a match on TV and the runs or wickets immediately appear on the screen, it is the result of the hard work of an efficient team and the scorekeeper. Their contribution plays a vital role in improving the viewer experience and keeping the game transparent and exciting.
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