New Delhi, Nov. 18 -- Hockey India on Tuesday congratulated Raghu Prasad RV on being named FIH Umpire of the Year for 2025. The FIH announced its decision following the recommendations of the FIH Umpiring Committee.

Raghu, who has officiated in 198 international matches, becomes not only the first Indian umpire to receive this honour since 2015, but also the first umpire from the Asian continent, as per a release from Hockey India.

A native of Bengaluru, Raghu began his umpiring journey in 2001, officiating in school, college, and league tournaments. He made his international debut in 2003 at the Four Nations Tournament in Australia. Over the years, he has officiated at the 2014 Commonwealth Games; two editions of the Asian Games (2018 ...