K. S. Giridharan (1949–2023) was an Indian cricket umpire who officiated in domestic first-class matches in India. He was associated with the Tamil Nadu cricketing fraternity and stood in matches conducted under the auspices of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Key facts
| Full name | K. S. Giridharan |
|---|---|
| Born | 1949 |
| Died | 2023 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Cricket umpire |
| Level | Indian domestic cricket |
Background
Cricket umpiring in India is organised through the BCCI's panel system, which selects officials for tournaments such as the Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. State associations, including the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association, nominate umpires to the national pool after they qualify in BCCI examinations and clinics.
Career
Giridharan officiated in matches in the Indian domestic circuit during a career that spanned several seasons. As with other umpires of his generation, his appointments would have included first-class and List A fixtures organised by the BCCI.
Significance
Indian umpires of Giridharan's era contributed to the development of standardised match officiating in the country, working in the period before the widespread introduction of technology-aided decision review in domestic cricket. Their work supported the growth of the Ranji Trophy and allied competitions during the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries.
Related topics
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
- Ranji Trophy
- Tamil Nadu Cricket Association
- List of Indian cricket umpires
- Cricket in India
References
- Wikidata entity: Q16910103