What is the difference between red and pink ball? Know the important differences between the two.

There are several important differences between red and pink balls, which affect their use and performance in Test cricket. The biggest difference is in their manufacturing process.

The leather of the red ball is dyed, and a special process is used to make it shine, due to which the color of the ball gets absorbed into the leather. In comparison, the pink ball has a coating of pigment (dye) applied over the leather, which makes it different from the red ball. This color coating is similar to golf or car surface paint, in which a thin layer of color is applied to the leather.

The biggest impact of this process is on the swing of the ball. The new pink ball swings more than the red ball. This is because the pink ball has an additional coating of color, which affects it differently. This extra coating causes the ball to react differently in the air, giving bowlers more swing and backspin.

The red ball is traditionally used in day Test matches, while the pink ball is usually used in day-night Test matches. The pink ball is specifically designed for night time play, as it is more clearly visible in the dark.

A new excitement has arisen in Test cricket due to the use of pink ball. In day-night matches, players, spectators and broadcasters all become part of its unique experience. At the same time, the red ball will always have its importance and place, especially in traditional Test cricket.

This difference between these two balls makes the game of cricket more interesting, and shows how small technical changes can affect the direction and strategy of the game.