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First cricket trial
Edgbaston Stadium completed what the organisers describe as cricket’s first trial of GiveVision assistive technology on 8 August 2025. Nine fans with varying visual impairments tested the system during the Midlands derby between Birmingham Phoenix and Nottingham’s Trent Rockets. The participants included players from Birmingham Stars, a visually impaired cricket team.
How the system works
GiveVision headsets used an immersive stereoscopic feed, comparable to virtual-reality imagery, to stream live match footage to the functioning part of a user’s retina. The technology is intended to enhance remaining vision and help users follow play in real time. Shared Access supplied the private 5G network supporting the trial. GiveVision says its system is designed to bring on-field action into view while fans remain part of the live crowd and social atmosphere.
Potential permanent access
Edgbaston said the trial is part of its work to broaden its audience and create a more inclusive stadium environment. Findings from this and another Edgbaston trial will be combined in a report; approval could unlock funding to make the technology a permanent feature in the near future. The Department for Education separately provided £1.7 million for children with special educational needs and disabilities to trial assistive technologies.
