Overview
Francis Gomes is an Indian cricket umpire. He is recorded in cricket databases as an on-field official in domestic matches played under the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Key facts
| Name | Francis Gomes |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Cricket umpire |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Governing body | Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) |
Background
Umpires in Indian domestic cricket are appointed by the BCCI through its panels, which include state, all-India and elite categories. Officials in these panels stand in matches across formats organised under the BCCI's domestic structure, including first-class, List A and Twenty20 fixtures.
Career
Francis Gomes has officiated in matches recognised within Indian domestic cricket records. Such matches typically form part of competitions including the Ranji Trophy (first-class), the Vijay Hazare Trophy (List A) and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (Twenty20), among other tournaments organised by the BCCI and its affiliated state associations.
Significance
Domestic umpires play a central role in the conduct of Indian cricket, supporting the development of players and the integrity of competition at the level below international cricket. The pool of BCCI-listed umpires is also the primary source from which India contributes officials to the International Cricket Council's panels.
Related topics
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
- Cricket umpire
- Ranji Trophy
- Vijay Hazare Trophy
- Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
- List of Indian cricket umpires
References
- Wikidata entity: Q16910105