Dubai, May 11 -- The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday confirmed that the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Umpires and the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees will remain unchanged for the 2026-2027 international cricket season, following its annual review and selection process.
After a comprehensive assessment conducted by the ICC's Umpire Selection Panel, it has been determined that the current group of elite umpires will continue in their roles, reflecting the organisation's satisfaction with their strong contribution over the past year.
The decision reflects the ICC's commitment to recognising and rewarding excellence, with the panels' consistency and high standards demonstrated by members at the recent ICC Men's T20 Wor...