The International Cricket Council (ICC) has congratulated former Zimbabwe cricketer and current umpire Andy Pycroft for umpiring his 100th test during the fourth test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy.
Pycroft has played three tests and 20 ODIs for Zimbabwe between 1983 and 1992 before starting his umpiring career. He has joined the list of umpires who have served as the match referees in 100 tests.
He has become the fourth match referee after Sri Lanka’s Ranjan Madugalle, New Zealand’s Jeff Crowe and England’s Chris Broad to officiate 100 tests.
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“It has been a great honour and pleasure being on the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees over the years, and to have been afforded the opportunity to officiate all over the world, embracing different cultures,” Pycroft said.
“I would like to thank the ICC for its support, my fellow Match Officials, past and present, for their professionalism and friendship, and my wife, Karen, and my family, for their encouragement and tolerance.
“It has been a rewarding journey, and I have treasured every moment of it.”
Andy Pycroft has officiated in 238 Men’s ODIs, 174 Men’s T20Is and 21 Women’s T20I matches in his career.
Expressing his gratitude, Pycroft highlighted the honor of being part of ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees and acknowleded the sports governing body for support.
He also thanked his fellow officials and family for their support throughout his journey.
