Elite match referees

The International Cricket Council: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday has congratulated Richie Richardson for reaching the landmark of being the match referee in 50 Test matches, which he achieved by taking the field for the ongoing first England-Pakistan Test at Multan.

Richardson, who captained West Indies in his playing days, has been a member of the ICC Panel of Elite Match Referees since 2016. The 62-year-old has also officiated in 99 Men’s ODIs, 99 Men’s T20Is, eight Women’s ODIs and 15 Women’s T20Is since making his international debut in February 2016.

“It is an honour to be officiating in my 50th Men’s Test match. I have enjoyed doing this job in different parts of the world and in all three formats of the game. I thank the International Cricket Council, Cricket West Indies and all my colleagues for their support over the years. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank my family and friends whose encouragement has been invaluable,” said Richardson in a statement.