[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Aleem Dar, a world-renowned umpire from Pakistan, was honoured by players and match officials on Friday as he neared the end of his 24-year career.
Dar recently announced his intention to retire from the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Elite Panel of Umpires after 19 years of service.
His most recent match was a one-off Test against Ireland, which Bangladesh won by seven wickets.
🚨 End Of An Era 🚨
Guard of Honour for Aleem dar on his last test match, the end of his career as a member of the ICC’s Elite Panel of umpires.
Thank you Sir 💕#BANvIRE #AleemDar #Bangladesh #Ireland #Pakistan #Umpire #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/VyQqLgOh0Z
— Haseeb Arslan (@HaseebarslanUK) April 7, 2023
Dar’s teammates and fellow umpires bid him farewell as he exited the pitch at the end of the game.
Also Read: Pakistan legendary Umpire Aleem Dar retires form ICC Elite Panel.
Dar had been a member of the Elite Panel since its inception in 2002, officiating more Tests and One-Day Internationals than any other umpire.
In addition, he holds the record for officiating 436 international matches, including four World Cup finals, which is an incredible accomplishment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
