5 Umpires with zero haters in cricket history
Some of the top umpires in the history make it to this list.
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4. Dickie Bird
Harold Dennis “Dickie” Bird is one of the rare umpires, who had the fan following of his own. He was initially a footballer but due to injury, he had to leave that sports. Soon, he tried his hands as an umpire where he managed to reap out lots of success. The former umpire made his international debut back in 1971.
The players used to admire Bird and his humour on the field. There were very few instances when players used to disagree with his decisions. His fan following can be measured based on an instance that occurred during a World Cup game when one of the spectators came on the field to get Bird’s hat.
In 1996, he umpired in his last game between India and England. After the match, England players gave him a “Guard of honour” that is usually given to any legendary cricketer on their last game. He officiated in 66 Tests and 69 ODIs throughout his illustrious career. Afterwards, the government built his statue near his birthplace in Barnsley. Also, he received Member of the Order of British Empire in 1986.
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