Cricket Victoria is pleased to unveil its State Umpiring Panel for the 2026/27 season. Following a thorough selection process assessing performance, capability, and alignment with the demands of State-level officiating, six umpires have been named to this season’s panel. The group represents a blend of consistency and leadership, playing a key role in delivering […]
Cricket Victoria is pleased to unveil its State Umpiring Panel for the 2026/27 season.
Following a thorough selection process assessing performance, capability, and alignment with the demands of State-level officiating, six umpires have been named to this season's panel.
The group represents a blend of consistency and leadership, playing a key role in delivering high-quality officiating across Victorian Premier Cricket and representative competitions.
Returning to the State Umpiring Panel for the 2025/26 season are:
- Ashfaq Ali
- Gaurav Bawa
- Clare Haysom
- Malcolm Wood
- Louise Broadfoot
- Bede Sajowitz
Each umpire continues to demonstrate the professionalism and skill required to umpire at State level, and their ongoing contributions to Victorian officiating are highly valued.
Cricket Victoria is proud to recognise our Cricket Australia National Contracted Umpires for the 2026/27 season Phil Gillespie, Shawn Craig and Chris Grant, with Phil and Shawn additionally named to ICC International Panel.
Our Victorian trio continues to impress, hone their craft, and lead by example, paving a clear path for the next generation of Victorian umpires on the national stage.
Congratulations to all umpires selected!
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