IPL to introduce Smart Replay System for quick, accurate reviews in upcoming season | Cricket News – Times of India
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NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to revolutionise decision-making with the introduction of a Smart Replay System for the upcoming season, commencing from Friday, as reported by ESPNcricinfo.According to the report, eight high-speed cameras from Hawk-Eye will be strategically positioned across the ground. Two operators from Hawk-Eye will work alongside the TV umpire, providing them with real-time images as part of the Smart Replay System.In this new setup, the role of the TV broadcast director, who previously acted as an intermediary between the Hawk-Eye operators and the third umpire, will be eliminated.The Smart Replay System promises to offer the TV umpire access to a wider range of visuals, including split-screen images, compared to the past. For instance, scen...