The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction is all set to make the headlines as the team owners will be taking part in bidding to complete the teams ahead of the tournament in 2023. The IPL auction will start at 2:30 PM IST on December 23 this year.
Since its inception, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has taken the cricket world by storm with its breathtaking moments. IPL has never shied away from implementing new technologies to enhance spectators’ visual experiences.
In recent times, AI has been extensively adopted by cricket to enhance the overall performance of the players as well as the overall experience of the fans.
Cricket and Technology have always worked hand-in-glove to track things like ball speed, third umpiring, cameras in stumps, etc. But this time, it is marching towards a much higher level. Let’s see how AI in the IPL has increased the inclusivity of the game and its viewers.
IoT-enabled bats
Once a work of fiction, it is now a reality. IoT-enabled bats detect the bat speed, angles during back-lift, and ball impact and provide real-time data about the batsman’s ability to receive and hit the ball. It enables the coaches and players to get insights and expertise about the performance which ultimately helps players perform better.
Chatbot and Sports journalism
The AI-powered chatbots help in answering various questions related to cricket and engaging in conversation. The chatbot is powered by NLP technology, thereby making seamless two-way communication. The AI-driven platforms have been designed to translate hard data into narratives using natural language, which eliminates the need for an intermediary to collate information.
AI-targeted ads
Artificial intelligence has a sizable impact on the audience witnessing the match. AI systems provide subtitles for live events in different languages based on the location of the viewer. The targeted and localized ads are now shown on the field side banners.
Performance Improvement
Deep-learning neural networks are trained to predict players’ performances by analyzing batting technique, stance, and shot selection which in turn help the teams put their best player on the front line. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are used to record the athletes' performance metrics and help the players understand the areas where they have the most potential to excel and the areas that still need improvement.
Match Predictions
The match results are predicted by using a vast amount of data including the run rate and performance of the players. This massive data combined together with Machine learning technology will generate the outcome of the match before the final bowling.
Blinx AI’s IPL Guru app as your AI partner in Cricket
The help of massive data, including the performance statistics of the players, will help the users to predict the match output. With the power of Artificial intelligence and machine learning, the IPL Guru app designed by Blinx AI will analyze various parameters and provide insights about the match more accurately.
In a Glimpse
Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning have led us to realize that sports are more than just physical activity. AI in sports has changed the scenario drastically by using algorithms and statistics to predict the outcome. Artificial intelligence tracks the players’ performance and acts as a virtual mentor. It enhances the gaming experience for the fans through real-time insights. AI in sports is a revolution that could improve the entire sports industry.
