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Imtiaz is 1st Pak woman to become international umpire

Updated on: 16 September,2024 08:01 AM IST  |  Islamabad
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Imtiaz’s nomination on the panel means she is now eligible to officiate in women’s bilateral international matches and ICC women’s events

Imtiaz is 1st Pak woman to become international umpire

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Saleema Imtiaz became the first Pakistani woman to be nominated to the ICC international panel of development umpires, the Pakistan Cricket Board said on Sunday.


Imtiaz’s nomination on the panel means she is now eligible to officiate in women’s bilateral international matches and ICC women’s events.


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“This isn’t just a win for me, it’s a win for every aspiring female cricketer and umpire in Pakistan,” Imtiaz said in a statement.

“I hope my success motivates countless women who dream of making their mark in the sport,” she added.

Imtiaz’s daughter, Kainat played 40 international games for Pakistan that included 19 one-day internationals and 21 T20s.

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