Player Referral System continues in State Shield final

New Zealand Cricket will continue to trial a Player Referral System in the State Shield final between State Auckland Aces and State Otago Volts at Eden Park Outer Oval on Sunday (2 March).

With the assistance of Sky TV, NZC will extend the project which was in place at last month’s State Twenty20 final and implemented in England’s Pro40 Cup last year after consultation with the International Cricket Council.

“Players will be entitled to request the referral of an on-field umpire’s decision to the TV umpire,” said New Zealand Cricket CEO Justin Vaughan.

“New Zealand Cricket is keen to trial the use of technology in assisting decisions and is supportive of this trial of the Player Referral System.

“This trial is designed to assist umpires and although player referrals may occur, the authority of the umpires is fully maintained. NZC will report back on the outcomes of the trial to the ICC.

“We are extremely grateful to Sky TV for their assistance. Without them, we would be unable to continue with this project.”