Watch: 'Electra Stumps' Introduced in BBL After Debut at Women’s Tournament

Since the T20 format has come into existence, cricket boards across the world have taken up several initiatives to enhance the in-match experience for fans. Adding to the list, Cricket Australia has recently introduced all-LED stumps during the latest season of the Women’s Big Bash League. The new technology has now been unveiled in the men’s tournament as well. The Electra stumps will flash different colours after any significant event in a match. Breaking the news on X (formerly Twitter), the BBL dropped a video where former cricketers– Michael Vaughan and Mark Waugh could be seen explaining multiple aspects of the exciting technology.

The match between Sydney Sixers and Adelaide Strikers, underway at the SCG, is the first-ever men’s BBL match to witness the electric stumps. Apart from making the game more entertaining, this cutting-edge technology will also assist the on-field umpires in making the best judgement. As described by Wagh in the video, the Electra stumps can display five different colours.

When a batter gets dismissed, the wickets will first turn red and then will showcase a fire-like pattern. As soon as a boundary is scored, the LED stumps will flash all five colours simultaneously. Those colours will start scrolling if the batter manages to send the ball over the fence for a six.

When a bowler makes an overstepping error, the no-ball will be depicted with red and white colours. Fans will also get to see a different pattern in between overs. The stumps will turn purple and blue when a new bowler is taking over the charge. “This will no doubt enhance the experience of spectators at the ground as well as fans watching the match on television,” a thrilled Michael Vaughan was heard saying in the video.

Cricket Australia debuted the electric stumps in the 41st match of the Women’s BBL where Sydney Sixers and Perth Scorchers squared off against each other at the North Sydney Oval. The Australian board is credited for a few more innovations in T20 cricket. Earlier in 2018, the men’s BBL first saw the usage of flashing bails, which has already become popular in other countries as well.