Elite Umpires and Experienced Match Officials Announced for HBL PSL 9
The HBL Pakistan Super League 9 is just around the corner, and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has revealed the distinguished lineup of match officials who will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth conduct of the tournament across four venues from 17 February to 18 March.
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Match Schedule Overview:
- 17-27 February: 14 matches in Lahore and Multan.
- 28 February-12 March: 16 matches in Karachi and Rawalpindi.
- 14-18 March: Qualifier, two eliminators, and the final in Karachi (officials to be announced).
PSL 9 Match Officials from ICC’s Elite Panel of Umpires:
| Umpires | Nationality | Matches Officiated (HBL PSL) |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Illingworth | English | 48 |
| Chris Gaffaney | New Zealander | Debut |
| Ahsan Raza | Pakistani | – |
| Michael Gough | English | 34 |
Other Match Officials for HBL PSL 9:
| Other Officials | Role |
|---|---|
| Abdul Moqeet | Umpire |
| Aleem Dar | Umpire |
| Tariq Rasheed | TV Umpire |
| Shozab Raza | Reserve Umpire |
| Rashid Riaz | Umpire |
| Faisal Afridi | Umpire |
| Ruchira Palliyaguruge | Umpire |
| Asif Yaqoob | Umpire |
| Alex Wharf | Umpire |
| Nasir Hussain | Umpire |
| Imran Jawed | Umpire |
| Muhammad Asif | Umpire |
Match Referees:
| Match Referees | Roles |
|---|---|
| Roshan Mahanama | Match Referee |
| Ali Naqvi | Match Referee |
| Muhammad Javed | Match Referee |
The experienced trio of Roshan Mahanama, Ali Naqvi, and Muhammad Javed will take charge as match referees, ensuring the games adhere to the highest standards of cricketing conduct.
The opening clash between defending champions Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United in Lahore will witness Aleem Dar and Michael Gough officiating on the field. Tariq Rasheed will serve as the TV Umpire, with Shozab Raza as the reserve umpire, and Muhammad Javed taking up the role of match referee.
As the excitement builds for HBL PSL 9, cricket enthusiasts can rest assured that the tournament will be in the capable hands of these seasoned officials, guaranteeing a thrilling and fair competition.
