The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced plans to trial the use of a pink ball in Test matches to reduce the number of bad light stoppages. The governing body is working with the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) to explore technology to reduce lost play due to poor light.
Bad light stoppages are a common occurrence in Test cricket, with the umpires often calling for play to be suspended due to poor visibility. This can result in significant delays and disruption to the match schedule.
The use of a pink ball could help to reduce the number of bad light stoppages by making the ball more visible in low light conditions. The ICC is set to trial the pink ball in a series of Test matches in the coming months.
According to the MCC, the pink ball has been shown to be more visible in low light conditions than a traditional white ball. The organisation is working with the ICC to develop the technology further and make it more widely available.
The trial of the pink ball is seen as a major innovation in the world of cricket, and is likely to be of great interest to fans and players alike. The move is also expected to have a significant impact on the sport, with the potential to reduce the number of bad light stoppages and ensure more cricket is played during the day.
The ICC has not yet confirmed the specific matches that will feature the pink ball trial. However, it is expected that the trial will take place in Test matches played in the coming months.