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Technology Advancement In Cricket

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Cricket; the Gentlemans' game has its origin in the late sixteenth century. Since the first international  match between the US and Canada, the game has seen many new inventions, many of which have enriched the lives of viewers. Technology development help players to emprove themselves as it help them to focus on the areas where they need to improve. It help teams to analyse other teams. Technology also help umpires to make accurate decisions. Let's have a look at these technological advancements in this game. TV UMPIRE Before 1992, decisions were made by only two on-field umpires. The Third Umpire or TV Umpire came into play in the Test match between India and South Africa.  TV Umpire has television replays to make his decision and comes into play when the on-field umpires require help. Previously, it used to be lights, like the ones in the traffic signals, used to decide the fate of the batsman, red signal show end of the batsman's innings, whereas the green light signa...