Hawk Eye

Purpose:

Hawk-Eye is used to track the ball’s trajectory and assist in decision-making during cricket matches.

Enhances fairness, accuracy, and transparency in umpiring decisions.

How it works:

Utilizes multiple high-speed cameras positioned around the ground.

Tracks the ball’s path from the bowler’s hand to the batsman.

Generates a 3D image of the ball’s trajectory for analysis.

Assists with LBW decisions, edge detections, and DRS reviews.

History & Implementation:

Developed by Dr. Paul Hawkins and introduced in 2001 by Hawk-Eye Innovations.

First used in England’s Test series against Pakistan for TV analysis.

Officially integrated into the Decision Review System (DRS) in 2008.

Became a standard tool for international matches and major leagues.

Benefits:

Improves decision accuracy and reduces on-field controversies.

Supports third umpire with clear, visual representations of ball movement.

Used in both live matches and post-match reviews for analysis.

Enhances the viewer experience through visual ball tracking.

Impact on the game:

Strengthens the integrity of umpiring decisions.

Increases player and fan confidence in match outcomes.

Has become a vital component of modern cricket technology.