A solar eclipse will cross Europe and parts of the United States on Wednesday, prompting cricket organisers in England to keep floodlights on throughout all Hundred matches that day. The total eclipse will be visible from parts of Europe, while residents of 25 U.S. states will see a partial version of the event. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, discussed what skywatchers can expect from the eclipse, which will darken skies during the day. The Hundred, a professional cricket competition, decided to turn on floodlights for its scheduled games to ensure play continues safely and without disruption as daylight levels change. The move affects matches taking place on Wednesday, the day of the eclipse. No other disruptions were reported in the competition. The eclipse is one of the most anticipated celestial events of the year, drawing attention from astronomers and the public across two continents. Viewers are advised to use proper eye protection when observing the sun, though that detail was not part of the initial announcements. The event serves as a reminder of the need for planning when natural phenomena coincide with scheduled sporting events.