Sankara Dendapani is an Indian cricket umpire. He is recognised among the pool of match officials associated with domestic cricket in India.
Key facts
| Name | Sankara Dendapani |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Cricket umpire |
| Sport | Cricket |
Background
Umpires in India typically progress through state association cricket before being considered for inclusion on panels maintained by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Officials on these panels stand in matches across formats including the Ranji Trophy, the Vijay Hazare Trophy, the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and other domestic competitions.
Role of the umpire
An on-field umpire is responsible for adjudicating play in accordance with the Laws of Cricket as published by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and any playing conditions set by the relevant governing body. Duties include ruling on dismissals, monitoring fair play, managing over rates, and maintaining match records in coordination with scorers and the third umpire where applicable.
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: Q16908877