Broadcasters in Australia recently made a small experiment where they allowed no commentary in cricket matches but the stump mics were turned on all the time. The International Cricket Council (ICC), now, is mulling to replicate the same for the upcoming cricket World Cup.The tournament director Steve Elworthy said that he is in favour of keeping the stump mics turned on all the times and asserted that the idea needs to be discussed."From a fan engagement point of view, being able to do this for fans and spectators who are coming to the game or are watching on TV, these things need to be discussed, and need to be addressed," ESPNcricinfo quoted Elworthy, as saying."People want to get close to their heroes. They want to understand what goes on in the heat of the battle. But you've also got to understand there are sensitivities around these things. So it is a fine balancing act," he said."But I would genuinely like to see that accessibility granted. I'd like to see it when players do ...
