Artificial intelligence has officially stepped into the world of cricket. The ICC showcased the technology during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, where Mithali Raj presented a live pitch report alongside Google’s Gemini AI tool.
Ahead of the tenth match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, former Indian captain Mithali Raj used the Gemini Live feature on her phone to demonstrate AI’s capabilities in sports broadcasting.
Standing at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam, she pointed her camera toward the pitch and asked the AI:
“We’re at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam for a one-day match. The weather here is hot and humid — what do you think about this pitch?”
Mithali Raj and Google Gemini telling us all we need to know about the pitch ahead of the first #CWC25 clash in Vizag. pic.twitter.com/VMjZCyYWEe
— ICC (@ICC) October 9, 2025
Gemini quickly analyzed the surface through visual input and weather context. The AI concluded that the pitch appeared smooth and batter-friendly, with minimal grass cover — predicting that the humid conditions would reduce ball swing and result in a high-scoring game.
Mithali Raj agrees with Gemini’s assessment
Responding to Gemini’s observation, Mithali Raj noted that the AI’s reading was remarkably accurate. She agreed that the pitch was indeed favorable for batting and that fans could expect plenty of runs in the upcoming clash.
Her interaction with the AI not only reflected growing trust in AI-assisted analytics but also showcased how digital tools can enhance the viewing experience for audiences.
The ICC’s use of Google Gemini for live pitch analysis signals a technological milestone in sports presentation. With real-time insights powered by AI, broadcasters and players alike may soon benefit from faster, data-driven assessments of playing conditions.
The tenth fixture of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, played between India and South Africa, became the first official match to feature an AI-powered pitch report.
The successful integration of AI during the Women’s World Cup suggests that future tournaments could adopt similar technology to complement traditional analysis. From pitch reports to live commentary insights, artificial intelligence is poised to transform how fans and experts understand the game.
