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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Human Movement Science
  • Virtual Reality Applications

Background:

  • Extended reality (XR) offers immersive sports training but requires rigorous evaluation for skill development and performance analysis.
  • Systematic assessment of physiological and biomechanical responses during XR-based training is crucial for validating its effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present an integrated XR training methodology for cricket batting, combining immersive simulation with physiological and biomechanical measurements.
  • To evaluate batting performance, including power hitting, within a controlled virtual scenario while capturing key physiological and biomechanical data.

Main Methods:

  • A protocol was developed for collecting and analyzing muscle activity (electromyography), metabolic responses (VO₂, heart rate), and motion capture data during XR batting.
  • A single batter utilized a VR headset and sensors to face a virtual bowler, with synchronized data collection from EMG, metabolic systems, and motion capture.

Main Results:

  • EMG data showed peak muscle activation during batting strokes.
  • VO₂ and heart rate measurements indicated a moderate aerobic response to the training.
  • Motion capture successfully recorded joint kinematics, such as elbow extension and trunk rotation.

Conclusions:

  • The study demonstrates the feasibility of using XR-based training to capture detailed physical and physiological responses in cricket.
  • This integrated approach offers a novel framework for objectively assessing and enhancing batting performance metrics in a controlled virtual environment.
  • The methodology can be adapted for other sports, providing a versatile tool for performance analysis and training optimization.