The International Cricket Council has appointed Richard Illingworth and Alex Wharf as on-field umpires for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Final between India and New Zealand in Ahmedabad.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the match officials for the much-anticipated final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 between India and New Zealand, scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 8, in Ahmedabad. Experienced English umpire Richard Illingworth will officiate the final alongside fellow Englishman Alex Wharf as the on-field umpires. Illingworth will be officiating his second consecutive Men’s T20 World Cup final after standing in the 2024 final. The veteran umpire has built an impressive record in recent years, having also officiated in the finals of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Meanwhile, Wharf will oversee his first senior ICC World Cup final. He previously officiated in major tournaments including the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2022 and the 2023 Men’s Cricket World Cup before joining the prestigious Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Umpires last year. The on-field umpires will be assisted by South African official Allahuddien Paleker as the third umpire, while Adrian Holdstock will serve as the fourth umpire. Veteran match official Andy Pycroft has been appointed as the match referee for the high-profile clash. Paleker, who was elevated to the ICC Elite Panel in March 2025 alongside Wharf, has already officiated in six matches during the tournament. The final between India and New Zealand is expected to attract massive global attention, with cricket fans eagerly awaiting the showdown in Ahmedabad. Match Officials – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Final Match: India vs New Zealand Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026 Venue: Ahmedabad On-field Umpires: Richard Illingworth, Alex Wharf Third Umpire: Allahuddien Paleker Fourth Umpire: Adrian Holdstock Match Referee: Andy Pycroft
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