Ram Babu Gupta (1935–2008) was an Indian cricket umpire. He was among the umpires associated with first-class cricket in India during the latter half of the twentieth century.
Key facts
| Name | Ram Babu Gupta |
|---|---|
| Born | 1935 |
| Died | 2008 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Cricket umpire |
Background
Cricket umpiring in India is administered through panels maintained by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which appoints officials for domestic competitions such as the Ranji Trophy, the Duleep Trophy and other tournaments organised under its aegis. Umpires of Gupta's generation typically progressed from state association cricket to the national panel before standing in first-class fixtures.
Significance
As an officiating member of Indian domestic cricket, Gupta belonged to the corps of umpires whose work supported the structure of first-class and representative matches in the country during his active years.
Related topics
References
- Wikidata: Q16018134