ICC Announces Match Officials for U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the panels of match officials for the two semi-finals of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, scheduled to be played in Bulawayo and Harare.
Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the panels of match officials for the two semi-finals of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, scheduled to be played in Bulawayo and Harare.
The first semi-final will see Australia take on England in Bulawayo on February 3. Both teams remain unbeaten in the tournament so far, setting the stage for a high-intensity contest. Zahid Bassarath and Virender Sharma have been appointed as the on-field umpires for the match.
Bassarath recently officiated England’s victory over New Zealand, while Sharma has been in the middle for Australia’s wins against Japan and Sri Lanka. Lubabalo Gcuma will serve as the third umpire, with Prageeth Rambukwella named as the fourth umpire. The match referee duties will be handled by Prakash Bhatt.
The second semi-final, between India and Afghanistan, will be played in Harare on February 4. The ICC has appointed Shaun Haig and Russell Warren as the on-field umpires for the encounter.
Haig officiated Afghanistan’s group-stage victories against South Africa and the West Indies, while Warren was on-field during India’s wins over the USA and Bangladesh. Shawn Craig has been named as the third umpire, with Masudur Mukul serving as the fourth umpire. Graeme La Brooy will officiate as the match referee.
Semi-Final Match Officials
Semi-Final 1
Australia vs England
Bulawayo – February 3
- On-field Umpires: Zahid Bassarath, Virender Sharma
- Third Umpire: Lubabalo Gcuma
- Fourth Umpire: Prageeth Rambukwella
- Match Referee: Prakash Bhatt
Semi-Final 2
India vs Afghanistan
Harare – February 4
- On-field Umpires: Shaun Haig, Russell Warren
- Third Umpire: Shawn Craig
- Fourth Umpire: Masudur Mukul
- Match Referee: Graeme La Brooy
With experienced officials overseeing the crucial knockout matches, the ICC aims to ensure the highest standards of officiating as the U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 moves closer to its climax.
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