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Suresh Deo

Suresh Deo is an Indian cricket umpire. He is recorded in public databases of Indian cricketers in the role of match official.

Suresh Deo — Key Facts
Name Suresh Deo
Nationality Indian
Role Cricket umpire
Sport Cricket

Overview

Suresh Deo is associated with Indian cricket as an on-field match official. Umpires in the Indian system typically officiate in domestic competitions organised under the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which include first-class, List A, and Twenty20 fixtures across the country's state and zonal tournaments.

Background

Cricket umpires in India are usually appointed through the BCCI's panels, which are maintained at multiple levels. State associations recommend candidates for examinations and on-field assessments, after which umpires may progress to national panels and, in some cases, be considered for international panels maintained by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Role of an umpire

  • Adjudicating on dismissals, no-balls, wides, and other in-play decisions.
  • Managing player conduct and the over rate during a match.
  • Coordinating with the third umpire and match referee in matches where such officials are appointed.
  • Ensuring that the Laws of Cricket and the playing conditions of the relevant competition are observed.

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