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Current Affairs-Topics
Saleema Imtiaz: Pakistan's First Woman on ICC Umpire Panel
Pakistani umpire Saleema Imtiaz has been nominated to the ICC International Panel of Development Umpires, marking a significant milestone for women in cricket. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the nomination on September 15, 2024. |
Historic Nomination and Its Significance
- Saleema Imtiaz becomes the first Pakistani woman nominated to the ICC International Panel of Development Umpires
- Announcement made by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on September 15, 2024
- Nomination makes her eligible to officiate in women's bilateral international matches and ICC women's events
- Represents a milestone for women in cricket, especially in Pakistan
- Reflects growing influence of women in cricket and PCB's commitment to fostering development
- Saleema views this as a win for all aspiring female cricketers and umpires in Pakistan
- Hopes her success will motivate other women to pursue careers in cricket
Saleema Imtiaz's Journey in Cricket
- Joined PCB's women's umpires panel in 2008
- Officiated in several Asian Cricket Council tournaments over the last three years
- Gained valuable experience through these tournaments
- Personal dream to represent Pakistan at an international level in cricket
- Journey described as filled with hard work and personal sacrifices
- Focused on performing to the best of her abilities in both bilateral and ICC matches
- Aims to build a reputation as a reliable and respected match official
Family Connection to Cricket
- Saleema's daughter, Kainat Imtiaz, has represented Pakistan women's cricket team internationally
- Kainat made her debut for Pakistan in 2010
- Kainat has played 40 international games for Pakistan (19 ODIs and 21 T20s)
- Saleema's umpiring aspirations were partly inspired by her daughter's cricket career
- Demonstrates a strong family connection to cricket in Pakistan
Future Prospects and First Assignment
- First on-field appointment in a bilateral series: Three-match T20 series between Pakistan women and South Africa women
- Series begins in Multan on September 16, 2024
- Opportunity to establish herself as an international umpire
- Focused on building a reputation in both bilateral and ICC matches
- Represents a significant step forward in her umpiring career
- Opens doors for more women to pursue umpiring at the highest level of cricket
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