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Sue Redfern Makes History as First Female Neutral Umpire Appointed by ICC

Breaking barriers in cricket officiating! Sue Redfern to become the first female neutral umpire for ICC in bilateral series. #Cricket #HistoryMade

Sue Redfern is set to make history as the first female neutral umpire appointed by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for a bilateral series. Her groundbreaking appointment follows the ICC's decision to have one neutral umpire for all Women's Championship series and T20I matches. Redfern's selection builds on the momentum of having an all-female match officials' panel at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa last year.

Having played in six Tests and 15 ODIs for England, including four in the 1997 World Cup in India, Redfern brings a wealth of cricketing experience to her new role. Her appointment is a significant step towards gender equality and inclusivity in the world of cricket officiating.

In a move to further enhance Shanghai's status as an international legal services hub, the ICC has applauded measures introduced by the Shanghai Municipal People's Government. These efforts aim to bolster Shanghai's capacity for arbitration and strengthen its position in the global legal services arena.

Meanwhile, Scotland Men U19s are currently participating in the 2024 ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup in South Africa. As they compete in Group B, cricket enthusiasts eagerly follow their fixtures, marking another chapter in the exciting journey of young cricket talent on the international stage.