Jamaica: Jacqueline Williams of Jamaica turned the primary feminine umpire from the West Indies to officiate in a Males’s T20 Worldwide match. The worldwide match will contain two full-member groups.
Jacqueline Williams performed the function of umpire throughout the second T20 conflict between West Indies and England in Grenada.
The consideration of Williams within the match has created historical past and gained big appreciation from throughout the area. She prolonged gratitude for the honour and stated that the sensation is nice because it has opened a number of alternatives for different ladies cricketers.
She expressed her nice honour and stated that the chance is superb and nice within the historical past of West Indies cricket. She additionally promised to present her finest and stated that the achievement had marked her arduous work and dedication towards cricket.
The achievement has been properly appreciated by the individuals of the West Indies as they poured needs to Williams. Netizens referred to as her “Jackie” and stated that this was nice information for West Indies cricket. They motivated Williams and requested her to do their finest job.
In the course of the match on Thursday, Willimas stood within the center and joined skilled umpire Gregory Brathwaite. Alternatively, Leslie Reifer jr additionally performed the function of tv umpire within the match. The fourth umpire for the match was Patrick Gustard, with Richie Richardson, the previous West Indies captain, because the Match Referee.
Williams additional expressed pleasure and stated that the sensation was like a dream come true. She stated,” It’s an excellent feeling to be the primary, however I hope I received’t be the final.”
England was on a tour of the West Indies and took part in a sequence of matches of ODI, T201 and Take a look at matches. West Indies lead the five-match sequence and secured victory within the tour.
The matches kickstarted on December 12, 2023 at Kensinton Oval, Barbados which was received by West Indies by 4 wickets. The final match of the sequence was held on December 21, 2023, at Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago.
