General
Cricket, being a bat-and-ball game is a key example that the evolution of technology in sport. As it is a sport that requires judgement on many aspects throughout the sport, when human judgement cannot deliver a sure verdict, the use of technologies can determine the correct verdict. Furthermore the use of the referral system that has been implemented to allow players to challenge the umpires decision if they feel as though it is incorrect and achieve this through the technologies delivering the correct verdict. The technology used in cricket, apart from aiding in decision making, can be witnessed through many other aspects of the game. Another aspect where technology is present is in the advancements in cricket gear that allows the player to perform at their highest level. These advancements include the type of wood used in creating a cricket bat all the way to the use of metal spikes and their placements in cricket shoes. Finally the focus of technology although being mostly on the players, is also majorly present in involving the fans through using technology to improve spectator appeal. The use of things such as improved camera angles and slow motion replays all account for improved immersion in the game hence improving spectator appeal.