Taufel, Tucker, Kettleborough to lead ILT20 match officials panel

Taufel, Tucker, Kettleborough to lead ILT20 match officials panel Cricket fans across the world are guaranteed high entertainment from the most prominent cricketing stars of today’s T20 game such as Andre Russell, Robin Uthappa, Alex Hales, Shimron Hetmyer, Trent Boult and Marcus Stoinis in the inaugural season of the International League T20. The league has also ensured that the tournament is played under the watchful eyes of some of the most renowned cricket umpires in the world. The five-time ICC Umpire of the Year Award winner Simon Taufel will be leading the match officials team at the ILT20, set to be held across three UAE venues – Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi Cricket and Sports Hub’s Zayed Cricket Stadium), Dubai (Dubai International Stadium) and Sharjah (Sharjah Cricket Stadium) from 13th January 2023 to 12th February 2023. Taufel will be accompanied by a host of distinguished umpires, who have officiated in numerous international tournaments and series worldwide. The DP World ILT20 match officials’ team includes Akbar Ali Khan, Alex Wharf, Leslie Reifer, Martin Saggers, Richard Kettleborough, Rod Tucker, Ruchira Palliyaguruge and Shiju Mannil. Simon Taufel and Roshan Mahanama will officiate as match referees in the event. Speaking about the ILT20 match officials’ panel, Mubashshir Usmani, General Secretary of Emirates Cricket said, “It was imperative for us to ensure that every aspect of the DP World ILT20 adheres to international standards and therefore we are absolutely delighted to announce a heavily experienced group of international match officials for the first season of the DP World ILT20. We are especially thrilled to have Simon Taufel on board with us. He will certainly lead his team brilliantly and ensure that high-quality umpiring will be on display throughout the tournament.” Meanwhile, one of the greatest cricket umpires of all time Simon Taufel said, “I am very excited to be leading the match officials at the DP World ILT20. Franchise cricket has completely changed the outlook of the sport a