Smart Ball to be used in CPL 2021

Innovation takes one step further with the introduction of smart ball in Caribbean Premier League 2021. The smart cricket ball with advanced tech features will be used for all matches and hence providing in depth stats. CPL 2021 will  become the first ever professional T20 league in the world to make use of this advanced technology.

The smart ball is developed by Kookaburra in partnership with tech innovators SportCor. Former Australian cricketer Michael Kasprowicz is the Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of SportCor.

“We’re delighted to partner with CPL to introduce the Kookaburra Smart Ball, powered by Sportcor, to the world. “By delivering real time data, we look forwarding to getting fans closer to the action than ever and giving players and coaches access to new insight to their performance, enhancing the way we all experience cricket!”, expressed Michael Kasprowicz.

There is an embedded microchip which will help gather data like distance, speed, power and revolutions on the ball.

According to a report in IANS , the smart ball records crucial information on every delivery. This includes the speed, distance, power and spin of a ball at the point of release, when it bounces and even when it reaches the batsman. More minute details like revolutions on the ball at the time of release and after it has pitched can also be gathered courtesy the smart ball.

“We are really excited to be a cricketing first once again at Hero CPL and this technology is just mind blowing. We are really excited to see the Kookaburra Smart Ball powered by SportCor, at the heart of the action at this year’s tournament and we are sure it will give added value to the teams and the fans.”, said Pete Russell, CPL 2021 CEO.

CPL 2021, will be held from August 26 to September 15 at St Kitts & Nevis.