Here’s how drones and bat sensors could enhance cricketing experience during CT17

THE ICC in partnership with Intel, has announced a series of technological innovations that will be put to use during the upcoming Champions Trophy in England. 

The technologies include an Intel drone that will provide advanced pitch analysis and a bat sensor powered by an Intel CurieTM module that will allow for profiling of the bat swing and a VR experience for fans at the stadium. As reported by IANS, ICC CEO Dave Richardson said,

"We couldn't be more excited to have Intel as our Official Innovation Partner of the ICC Champions Trophy 2017. The innovations Intel is bringing to the game promise to transform how cricket is experienced and enjoyed around the world, and we look forward to partnering with Intel in this effort."

The video uploaded by Intel on twitter highlights the purpose of the advanced technologies. 

#Intel powered VR, drones and bat sensors bring you closer to the action at the @ICC Champions Trophy 2017. #CT17 pic.twitter.com/9Wc59eKNtc

— Intel UK (@IntelUK) May 30, 2017

It is learnt that the done which will be equipped with HD and infrared cameras will be used for advanced pitch analysis before every match. Images captured by the drone will offer rich visual data on pitch conditions such as grass cover, grass health, and topology, which will be used to generate daily pitch reports leveraged by commentators during broadcasts. 

The new bat sensor that can be mounted on any cricket bat to generate data for every stroke that the batsman plays. With this technology, parameters like back-lift, bat speed and follow-through can be tracked for every cricket stroke.

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