How Much to Finish A Cricket Field Lighting Project?

How Much to Finish A Cricket Field Lighting Project?



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Introduction: The Popularity and History of Cricket Worldwide

Cricket, often referred to as "the gentleman’s game," has a rich history dating back to the 16th century in England. Over the centuries, it has evolved from a rural pastime to a professional and highly organized sport with a global following. Today, cricket is a major sport in countries like India, Pakistan, Australia, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, New Zealand, and the West Indies. Its popularity has surged with the advent of international competitions such as the ICC Cricket World Cup, T20 World Cup, and various regional tournaments.

The game’s global reach expands with millions of fans tuning in via television broadcasts and live attendances. Cricket stadiums across continents are designed to host international matches, requiring advanced infrastructure including optimal lighting systems for day-night games, ensuring visibility, safety, and fair play.

Lighting Requirements and Standards for Cricket Fields

Lighting for cricket stadiums must adhere to strict standards to ensure the best viewing experience for spectators, players, and broadcasters. These standards vary depending on the level of play—international or recreational.

International Level Standards

Illumination Level: The International Cricket Council (ICC) and other governing bodies recommend a minimum of 1500 lux for day-night Test matches and 2000 lux for limited-overs internationals.

Uniformity: The lighting should be uniform, typically with a uniformity ratio of 0.7 to 0.8, to prevent shadows and uneven bright spots.

Vertical and Horizontal Illuminance: Proper vertical illuminance on the players’ positions is necessary for TV broadcasting clarity.

Glare Control: Lighting fixtures should minimize glare for players and spectators.

Color Rendering: LED lights must have high color rendering indices (CRI), ideally above 70, for accurate color visibility on television.

Regarding the illuminance and uniformity, some projects and customers require higher than 2000lux and 0.7, like 3500lux and 0.9, the solutions can be designed and customized according to different requirements.

Recreational and Local League Standards

Lighting levels can be lower, around 500-1000 lux, depending on the need.

Uniformity and glare control are still important but less stringent.

Cost-effectiveness becomes a bigger consideration for such projects.

Designing a Right Dialux Lighting Solution: Factors to Consider

When creating a lighting plan using Dialux or similar lighting design software, several factors must be considered:

1. Field Dimensions and Geometry

Length, width, and shape of the cricket pitch and outfield.

2. Lighting Levels and Uniformity Requirements

Aligning design specifications with standards or client needs.

3. Type of Fixtures

Selecting LED floodlights, floodlights with precise beam angles, and high color rendering capabilities.

4. Fixture Placement and Mounting Height

To ensure uniform coverage and minimize shadows.

5. Glare and Light Spill Control

Using shields, baffles, or specific beam angles.

6. Power Supply and Control Systems

Dimming options, smart controls, and energy-efficient operation.

7. Environmental Factors

Weather conditions, wind load, and durability of fixtures in outdoor environments.

8. Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

Incorporating LED technology for low power consumption and long lifespan.

9. Budget Constraints

Balancing performance with cost-effectiveness.

By considering these variables, the Dialux simulation can optimize lighting layout to meet both performance standards and client expectations.

Cost Considerations for Cricket Field Lighting Projects

International Level Projects:

Fixture Costs: High-quality LED floodlights with advanced features—$50,000 to $150,000 depending on size and specifications.

Installation: Professional installation costs—$20,000 to $50,000.

Additional Components: Control systems, electrical wiring, structures—$30,000 to $70,000.

Total Estimated Cost: Typically ranges from $100,000 to over $300,000.

Recreational and Local League Projects:

Fixture Costs: More affordable LED fixtures—$10,000 to $40,000.

Installation: Lower complexity—$5,000 to $15,000.

Additional Components: Basic control and mounting—$5,000 to $10,000.

Total Estimated Cost: Usually within $20,000 to $70,000.

These are ballpark figures and can vary based on project scale, location, fixture quality, and other factors.

Remark: the data only for reference. If you need to know the exact amount, we can help you based on your specific requirements.

Romanso’s Experience and Solutions

Romanso boasts extensive experience in delivering high-quality cricket field LED lighting projects worldwide.

The Niagara T20 Cricket Field in Canada 2022
We offered a complete right solution designed with a clear diagram for the cables, relays and control systems satisfied and suitable for our client. We also implemented an energy-efficient lighting solution for Semi-Professional Level use, reducing power consumption by 40-60% while maintaining adequate illumination levels.

And our customer is quite satisfied, saying that we solve the problems very quickly and the service is excellent.

Our lighting solution.

* Class II (300lux): Semi Professional Level_Regional competitions, high level training

* 4 Poles height: 78ft (24m)
* Sports lights: 72pcsx 1200W, 15°

* Lighting effects: High lumen, high uniformity and low glare.
* Romanso 313lux VS Class II 300lux

Our other Cricket Ground LED Sports lighting solution.

* Class 1 for High Definition Televising Broadcast: >2000lux
* 6 Poles height: 197ft (60m)
* Sports lights: 372pcsx 1500W, 15°

* Lighting effects: High lumen, high uniformity and low glare.

1. The dimensions of the Cricket Field

1-1. Diameter of the outfield: 528/161m

1-2. Diameter of the infield: 400ft/122m

1-3. Throwing square area: L81.43ft x W40.11ft/ L24.82mx W12.23m (Google Measurement)

2. Total 6 poles: Height 197ft/60m

3. Sports Lighting Solution:
A total of 372x 1500W LED stadium lights, 62pcs per pole, 372pcs for 6 poles.

4. Horizontal Illuminance: 2369lux (Pitch/Square area), 2106lux (Infield), 2023lux (Outfield)

4-1. Uniformity: 0.979 (Pitch/Square area), 0.88 (Infield), 0.732 (Outfield)

4-2. Maintenance factor: 0.80

4-3. ULR (Upward Light Ratio): 3.5%

4-4. GR (Glare Light): <40-50

Our Solutions:

Custom Lighting Design: Using Dialux and other advanced software for precise simulation and planning.

High-Efficiency LED Fixtures: Ensuring durability, low maintenance, and optimal light output.

Smart Control Systems: Enabling remote dimming, scheduling, and real-time performance monitoring.
Our team works closely with clients from concept to designing, ensuring all standards are met and budgets optimized.

Romanso has rich experience in LED stadium lighting for over 10 years, so you can trust us. If you have any sports lighting projects at hand or have any questions for us, just feel free to contact us at jerry@romanso.com.