Front Foot Technology

• Purpose:

  • Front foot technology is used to determine if a bowler oversteps the crease during delivery.

  • Ensures fairness and consistency in cricket matches.

• How it works:

  • Utilizes high-speed cameras positioned around the ground.

  • Captures the moment of delivery and tracks the bowler’s foot placement.

  • Compares foot placement to the crease line for accuracy.

  • If the bowler’s foot crosses the line before delivering the ball, it is ruled a no-ball.

• History & Implementation:

  • First introduced in 2017.

  • Became a key tool for TV broadcasts and the Decision Review System (DRS).

  • Originally, no-ball calls were made by on-field umpires.

  • Now, the on-field umpires have been instructed not to call any front-foot no-balls unless advised to do so by the third umpire.

• Benefits:

  • Provides a more reliable and automated system for no-ball decisions.

  • Reduces human error in crucial match situations.

  • Enhances accuracy, especially in high-stakes games.

  • Allows for post-match analysis by players, teams, and officials.

• Impact on the game:

  • Promotes fair play and transparency.

  • Has become an essential part of modern cricket.