Vrinda Rathi becomes first Indian woman umpire for World Cup final

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Vrinda Rathi becomes first Indian woman umpire for World Cup final
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Vrinda Rathi has been selected as the on-field umpire for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup final between Australia and England. The final will take place at Lord's Cricket Ground. Rathi's appointment marks a historic achievement, making her the first Indian woman to officiate in a Women's World Cup final and only the second Indian overall in such a role. Rathi has a background as a cricketer and has quickly risen through the ranks in officiating since becoming an umpire in 2014.

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  • Final match scheduled at Lord's Cricket Ground.
  • Rathi previously played for the Mumbai University women's team.
  • She joined the ICC Development Panel after passing the BCCI exam.
  • Only the second Indian to officiate in an ICC World Cup final.
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  • 5:59 PMYahoo SportsHistoric feat: Vrinda Rathi set to become first Indian woman umpire to officiate in ICC Women's World Cup final
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With the Women's T20 World Cup final set to be between Australia and England, Vrinda Rathi becomes the first Indian umpire to officiate the event finale.

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