Advanced technology will work in IPL; Will make the game fair, know how technology works in the match

Hawk-Eye, UltraEdge or Snickometer and stump sensors will make the game transparent

New Delhi. IPL has started. Fans were waiting for IPL to start for a long time. Strong batting and bowling will be seen in the matches. On the other hand, advanced technology will also make the game more fair and interesting. Now not only the umpire will keep an eye on close decisions like LBW, technology will also fully support.

hawk-eye
Hawk-Eye is an advanced computer system. Many high-speed cameras installed in the stadium track every movement of the ball in real time. After this, Hawk-Eye prepares the 3D trajectory of the ball with the help of that data and tells whether the ball hits the stumps or not. This is the reason why the third umpire gets accurate visuals and the decisions also become more accurate and reliable than before.

UltraEdge or Snickometer
Ultra-age decisions on the field are very important. Snickometer comes in handy to check whether the ball has touched the bat or pad lightly or not. UltraEdge or Snickometer: This technology captures even the slightest contact between the ball and the bat with the help of certain audio sensors and high-speed cameras. As soon as there is a touch, a small spike appears in the graph on the screen. This gives a clear indication to the umpire whether an edge has been taken or not. Especially in decisions like LBW review and catch-behind, this system proves to be a game-changer.

stump sensors
Cricket stumps are equipped with LED or microchip sensors. It sends a signal immediately as soon as the ball is hit. When the ball hits the stump, these sensors give information in real time to the third umpire and the broadcast team. Its advantage is that now there is neither delay nor much confusion in taking decisions like bold or run-out.

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