ICC Names Pycroft and Srinath as Match Referees for T20 World Cup 2026 Semifinals
ICC Appoints Srinath and Pycroft as Match Referees for T20 World Cup 2026 Semifinals
India, Mar 03 : The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named Javagal Srinath and Andy Pycroft as match referees for the semifinals of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be held in Kolkata and Mumbai on March 4 and 5. The appointments highlight the ICC’s emphasis on experience and fairness as the tournament reaches its knockout stage.
High-Stakes Semifinals
The first semifinal at Eden Gardens in Kolkata will see South Africa face New Zealand on March 4, with Srinath officiating as match referee. Richard Illingworth and Alex Wharf will serve as on-field umpires, Nitin Menon as third umpire, and Rod Tucker as fourth umpire.
The second semifinal, India vs England in Mumbai on March 5, will be overseen by Andy Pycroft as referee. Chris Gaffaney and Allahuddien Paleker will handle on-field umpiring, with Adrian Holdstock as third umpire and Paul Reiffel as fourth umpire.
Experienced Officials at Key Stage
The ICC has drawn from its Emirates Elite Panel to ensure consistency and fairness during the semifinals. Both Srinath and Pycroft bring years of international experience, with the umpires selected having officiated crucial matches earlier in the tournament and in previous T20 World Cups.
| Semifinal | Venue | Date | Match Referee | On-Field Umpires | Third Umpire | Fourth Umpire |
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| South Africa vs New Zealand | Kolkata | Mar 4 | Javagal Srinath | Richard Illingworth, Alex Wharf | Nitin Menon | Rod Tucker |
| India vs England | Mumbai | Mar 5 | Andy Pycroft | Chris Gaffaney, Allahuddien Paleker | Adrian Holdstock | Paul Reiffel |
With the final scheduled for March 8, the ICC’s appointment of seasoned referees and umpires ensures the semifinals are conducted to the highest standards, providing a fair platform for the four teams competing for a spot in the title clash.
