NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced updates to its Elite Panel of Umpires, with Allahudien Paleker of South Africa and England's Alex Wharf joining the prestigious group. Nitin Menon remains the only Indian umpire on the panel, reaffirming his status among the world's best match officials.
Menon, ranked second behind Richard Illingworth, continues to hold his place despite changes to the lineup. Michael Gough and Joel Wilson have been replaced by the newly promoted Paleker and Wharf. ICC Chair Jay Shah extended his best wishes to the new entrants while appreciating the contributions of the outgoing umpires.
