The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the list of match official who will take charge of the marquee clash between the top two-ranked sides.
India have reached the final of the ICC WTC for the second time, having previously competed against New Zealand in the inaugural edition (Jun 18-Jun 23, 2021) at Southampton’s Rose Bowl, resulting in an eight-wicket defeat loss. On the other hand, Australia aims to maintain their dominant position by claiming the ultimate Test prize.
The highly anticipated encounter between Australia and India at The Oval will witness the expertise of on-field umpires Chris Gaffaney (New Zealand) and Richard Illingworth (England). Gaffaney will officiate his 49th Test match, while Illingworth would bring his experience of 63 Tests into the summit clash.
Assisting them in their umpiring duties will be Richard Kettleborough from England, who assumes the role of the TV umpire and former Sri Lankan cricketer Kumar Dharmasena, who will serve as the fourth umpire.
Taking charge as the match referee will be the esteemed West Indies batter, Sir Richie Richardson, who will oversee the proceedings and ensure fair play.
Interestingly, Kettleborough would add another feather to his illustrative cap as it will be the second consecutive World Test Championship Final for him. He previously held the same position of TV umpire during the 2021 clash between India and New Zealand in Southampton.
Match Officials for WTC Final between Australia and India:
- On-field umpires: Chris Gaffaney and Richard Illingworth
- TV umpire: Richard Kettleborough
- 4th umpire: Kumar Dharmasena
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