S. V. Kumaraswamy is an Indian cricket umpire. He is recognised in cricket records databases as an official who has stood in matches under the auspices of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the governing body for the sport in the country.
Key facts
| Name | S. V. Kumaraswamy |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Cricket umpire |
| Country | India |
Background
Cricket umpires in India typically progress through state association panels before being inducted into the BCCI's panel of umpires. Officials at this level are eligible to stand in domestic competitions such as the Ranji Trophy, the Vijay Hazare Trophy, the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and other tournaments organised under the BCCI structure.
Role of the umpire in Indian cricket
Umpires are responsible for adjudicating play in accordance with the Laws of Cricket as maintained by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and the playing conditions issued by the BCCI for domestic cricket and the International Cricket Council (ICC) for international cricket. Their duties include ruling on dismissals, monitoring fair play, managing over rates, and overseeing match conduct.
Related topics
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
- Ranji Trophy
- List of Indian cricket umpires
- Laws of Cricket
- Cricket in India
References
- Wikidata entry: Q16083852