Jessy, Mukul named in umpires’ list for Women's ODI WC qualifiers
The panel will consist of 10 umpires and three match referees, with host nation Pakistan to be represented by on the umpiring panel by Faisal Khan Afridi and Saleema Imtiaz.
The umpires and match officials have been announced for this month's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier.
The six-team tournament will take place in Pakistan between April 9-19, with two sides to earn their place at this year's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup as a result.
The panel will consist of 10 umpires and three match referees, with host nation Pakistan to be represented by on the umpiring panel by Faisal Khan Afridi and Saleema Imtiaz.
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Last year Saleema became the first woman from Pakistan to join an ICC panel of umpires and she said at the time that she would inspire a new generation of umpires from the Asian country.
"This isn't just a win for me, it's a win for every aspiring female cricketer and umpire in Pakistan," Saleema said.
"I hope my success motivates countless women who dream of making their mark in the sport."
Bangladesh also have two umpires on the panel in Masudur Rahman Mukul and Shathira Jakir Jessy, while Zimbabwe's Sarah Dambanevana will feature along with Donovan Koch, Babs Gcuma, Candace la Borde, Dedunu de Silva and Shaun Haig.
Ali Naqvi, Shandre Fritz and Trudy Anderson will be in place as match referees and ICC Senior Manager – Umpires and Referees, Sean Easey believes the tournament will provide the entire panel with an excellent opportunity to show their credentials.
"This is an exciting opportunity for our appointed match officials, overseeing this important tournament which is the last step for teams on the path to the World Cup," Easey said.
"Our officials are experienced and well prepared, and we look forward to seeing them participate in this event."
Referees: Ali Naqvi (Pakistan), Shandre Fritz (South Africa), Trudy Anderson (New Zealand).
Umpires: Babs Gcuma (South Africa), Candace la Borde (West Indies), Dedunu de Silva (Sri Lanka), Donovan Koch (Australia), Faisal Khan Afridi (Pakistan), Masudur Rahman Mukul (Bangladesh), Saleema Imtiaz (Pakistan), Sarah Dambanevana (Zimbabwe), Shathira Jakir Jessy (Bangladesh), Shaun Haig (New Zealand).
