Gurugram-based Stupa Sports is leveraging Artificial Intelligence to transform decision-making in table tennis, badminton, and rugby, ensuring unprecedented accuracy.

Key Takeaways

  • Stupa Sports has introduced the Table Tennis Review (TTR) system for UTT.
  • The company's badminton review system achieved 99% accuracy, certified by the BWF.
  • Expansion into rugby with the Advanced Decision Review System (ADRS).

The era of relying solely on human instinct in sports officiating is evolving. Stupa Sports, a tech firm based in Gurugram, is rewriting the rulebook by integrating Artificial Intelligence into high-stakes professional sports. During the recent Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 7 in Goa, the league utilized the Table Tennis Review (TTR) system, allowing contested calls to be resolved in under 20 seconds—making it only the second league globally to adopt such tech.

The company's trajectory shows rapid technological dominance. In March, their Instant Review System (IRS) for badminton received certification from the Badminton World Federation (BWF) with a staggering 99% accuracy rate, surpassing the federation's 98% threshold. This milestone established Stupa as the only Indian technology provider to hold such a prestigious certification. Not stopping at racquet sports, the firm successfully ventured into rugby, launching the Advanced Decision Review System (ADRS) during the Rugby Premier League in Hyderabad.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that as professional sports move toward faster gameplay and higher stakes, the margin for human error becomes increasingly costly. The integration of AI ensures that the integrity of the game is maintained without disrupting the flow of play. Stupa Sports is positioning itself not just as a data provider, but as a central pillar of sports officiating globally.

"The question changes from 'Can the technology work?' to 'Can it be trusted when it matters?'" — Megha Gambhir, Founder & CEO of Stupa Sports.

Megha Gambhir, the visionary behind Stupa Sports, emphasizes that moving from a pilot phase to a full competitive season is the ultimate test. Unlike controlled testing, a live season demands that the AI remains robust under varying lighting conditions, different player styles, and intense match pressure.

Did You Know?: UTT is only the second table tennis league in the world to implement a dedicated AI review system.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How accurate is Stupa Sports' AI technology?
Their badminton system has been certified by the BWF with 99% accuracy.

2. Which sports is this technology being used in?
Currently, it is being applied in Table Tennis, Badminton, and Rugby.