The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will not only showcase the best players in the world but also an elite panel of match officials responsible for maintaining fairness, discipline, and accuracy throughout the tournament. The ICC has appointed experienced match referees and umpires with extensive international backgrounds.
Below is the complete list of officials along with their country and international match experience.
Match Referees – T20 World Cup 2026
| Name | Country | International Matches Officiated* |
| Dean Cosker | England | 100+ international matches (Referee roles) |
| David Gilbert | England | 80+ international matches |
| Ranjan Madugalle | Sri Lanka | 200+ international matches |
| Andrew Pycroft | Zimbabwe | 120+ international matches |
| Richie Richardson | West Indies | 110+ international matches |
| Javagal Srinath | India | 150+ international matches |
Includes ICC tournaments, bilateral series, and global events across formats.
Match referees supervise match conduct, ensure compliance with playing conditions, and handle disciplinary matters.
Umpires – T20 World Cup 2026
| Name | Country | International Matches Umpired* |
| Roland Black | Ireland | 60+ T20Is and internationals |
| Chris Brown | New Zealand | 70+ internationals |
| Kumar Dharmasena | Sri Lanka | 250+ internationals |
| Chris Gaffaney | New Zealand | 200+ internationals |
| Adrian Holdstock | South Africa | 100+ internationals |
| Richard Illingworth | England | 250+ internationals |
| Richard Kettleborough | England | 230+ internationals |
| Wayne Knights | New Zealand | 90+ internationals |
| Donovan Koch | Australia | 60+ internationals |
| Jayaraman Madanagopal | India | 80+ internationals |
| Nitin Menon | India | 150+ internationals |
| Sam Nogajski | Australia | 90+ internationals |
| KNA Padmanabhan | India | 70+ internationals |
| Allahudien Paleker | South Africa | 90+ internationals |
| Ahsan Raza | Pakistan | 100+ internationals |
| Leslie Reifer | West Indies | 80+ internationals |
| Paul Reiffel | Australia | 200+ internationals |
| Langton Rusere | Zimbabwe | 80+ internationals |
| Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid | Bangladesh | 70+ internationals |
| Gazi Sohel | Bangladesh | 60+ internationals |
| Rod Tucker | Australia | 220+ internationals |
| Alex Wharf | England | 120+ internationals |
| R. Wimalasiri | Sri Lanka | 70+ internationals |
| Asif Yaqoob | Pakistan | 60+ internationals |
Includes Tests, ODIs, T20Is, and ICC global tournaments.
Importance of Match Officials in the T20 World Cup
Officiating in a fast-paced format like T20 cricket requires:
- Quick and accurate decision-making
- Effective use of DRS technology
- Neutral judgment under pressure
- Strong understanding of ICC playing conditions
An experienced officiating panel ensures fairness and minimizes controversies during high-stakes matches.
What This Signifies for the 2026 T20 World Cup
The appointed panel reflects ICC’s focus on experience and consistency. Many officials have previously worked in ICC World Cups, Champions Trophy events, and bilateral series involving top teams. Their expertise will help maintain the tournament’s competitive integrity.
