In an Exclusive Interview with IANS, Former England Test cricketer Paul Taylor showed the diagram shows the soil profile of a hybrid pitch and said, “At ground level, thin fibers are visible, but most stitching is buried 90 mm deep. We use beige or green yarns, with beige preferred for stadiums in India to blend in with the pitch's appearance. The roots grow around the fibers, anchoring them and promoting deeper growth for healthier grass. The fibers create natural air spaces, allowing water and nutrients to reach the roots more easily, improving grass coverage. When the pitch is installed, the fibers are cut slightly below the surface level of the grass, ensuring the ball interacts with the grass first, maintaining the pitch's natural playing characteristics.”

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