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Officials announced for India vs Pakistan blockbuster clash at Asia Cup 2025

NEW DELHI: Seasoned ICC match referees Richie Richardson and Andy Pycroft will lead the panel of officials for the upcoming Asia Cup T20, which gets underway on Tuesday. The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) confirmed the appointments on Monday, releasing the list of umpires and referees who will oversee the group stage fixtures of the high-profile continental event. The umpiring panel features a mix of experienced names and emerging officials from across the region. India's Virender Sharma and Rohan Pandit, while Sri Lanka's Raveendra Wimalasiri and Ruchira Palliyaguruge have also been included. Afghanistan's Ahmad Pakteen and Izatullah Safi, Pakistan's Asif Yaqoob and Faisal Afridi, and Bangladesh's Gazi Sohel and Masudur Rahman round off the diverse line-up of umpires. Among the notable assignments, Pycroft has been appointed as the match referee for the much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash, which is scheduled to take place on September 14 in Dubai. The game is expected to draw global attention, and the ACC has entrusted experienced officials with the responsibility of ensuring smooth conduct. For this marquee encounter, Sri Lanka's Ruchira Palliyaguruge and Bangladesh's Masudur Rahman will serve as the on-field umpires.

8 September, 2025