The 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup is set to make history as the first International Cricket Council (ICC) event to incorporate the Smart Replay system, according to a statement from the ICC. The system, previously tested in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and England’s The Hundred, will be used in international cricket for the first time during this tournament.
Tournament Begins October 3
The ninth edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup is scheduled to start on October 3 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The opening matches will see Bangladesh take on Scotland in Sharjah at 3:30 PM IST, followed by Pakistan facing Sri Lanka at the same venue at 7:30 PM IST. India will open their campaign against New Zealand on October 4 in Dubai at 7:30 PM IST, after the West Indies face South Africa.
The ICC announced that the coverage of each game will feature at least 28 cameras, complemented by analytical and visual enhancements. The Decision Review System (DRS) will be available for all matches, supported by the Hawk-Eye Smart Replay System. This system allows the TV umpire to instantly access synchronized multi-angle footage for more accurate decision-making.
How the Smart Replay System Works
The Smart Replay system is designed to speed up decisions during DRS reviews. Traditionally, the TV broadcast director acts as an intermediary between Hawk-Eye operators and the third umpire. With the new system, the operators will now be in the same room as the third umpire, improving communication and efficiency.
Apart from accelerating the review process, TV umpires will also have access to more visuals, including split-screen images. For instance, when checking for stumpings, umpires can view front-on and side-on visuals simultaneously.
Australia, the reigning champions, have dominated the Women’s T20 World Cup, winning the last three tournaments in a row. Out of the eight editions held so far, they have claimed the title six times. England won the inaugural edition in 2009, while the West Indies emerged victorious in 2016. Australia will begin their title defense against Sri Lanka on October 5 in Sharjah at 3:30 PM IST.
India, who reached the final once in 2020 but lost to Australia by 85 runs, will aim to erase past disappointments and secure their first title. The team is set to face a challenging start against New Zealand, but hopes are high for a strong performance this year.
With inputs from agencies
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