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Cricket’s IPL To Use Decision Review System For Umpires

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is the latest professional sports league to announce the use of a replay system to assist its officials in making the correct call. The IPL has agreed to feature a Decision Review System (DRS) for the 2018 season, which kicks off in early-April. “Yes, this idea has been going around […]

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India Sports Report Stresses Importance Of Tech, Non-Live Content

Technology and non-live content will have the biggest impact on the Indian sports landscape according to a report from ESP Properties and SportzPower. “Two things that will significantly change the face of Indian sports – first is the way technology is used in our business. It will bridge the gap between multiple stakeholders coming together, […]

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VR Wheelchair Basketball Game Created To Raise Paralympic Awareness

Virtual reality has allowed people to have experiences never thought possible. It can help athletes and officials train. It can entertain and engage sports fans. It allows one person to experience the perspective of another. With that last point in mind, the IMG Studio recently launched a fully-immersive, virtual reality wheelchair basketball game. Created for […]

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CUE, The Basketball Bot, Shoots Free Throws Better Than Steph Curry

Have you heard of the 6’3″ basketball player who can make every shot within 3.6 meters of the hoop? No, it’s not Steph Curry. This player isn’t eligible for the NBA — it’s not even human. Introducing CUE, a humanoid robot built by a group of Toyota engineers. Next #MarchMadness MVP? ⛹️ pic.twitter.com/r8UefH8tVk — CNET […]

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