English duo chosen as World Cup final umpires-ZoomTech News


Richard Kettleborough, left, and Richard Illingworth are each from Yorkshire
Venue: Ahmedabad Date: Sunday, 19 November Time: 08:30 GMT
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England’s Richard Illingworth and Richard Kettleborough have been chosen because the on-field umpires for Sunday’s Cricket World Cup remaining between India and Australia in Ahmedabad.

It will likely be the second time Kettleborough is within the center for the showpiece event, with the 50-year-old beforehand stood alongside Kumar Dharmasena within the 2015 remaining in Melbourne.

Illingworth, 60, performed within the 1992 World Cup remaining, additionally in Melbourne, which noticed Pakistan defeat England.

The pair might be joined by Joel Wilson as third umpire, fourth umpire Chris Gaffaney and match referee Andy Pycroft.

India are hoping to win their first ICC international event since 2011, after they lifted the 50-over title in Mumbai.


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