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Women's World Cup Semi-Final: Agenbag, Redfern to Umpire India vs Australia Clash

The ICC has announced the match officials for the Women's Cricket World Cup semi-finals. Lauren Agenbag and Sue Redfern will serve as on-field umpires for the crucial India vs Australia match. Both umpires have previous experience with these teams from group stage matches. The winner will advance to Sunday's final at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

Key Points: Agenbag Redfern Umpire India Australia Women's World Cup Semi-Final

  • Lauren Agenbag previously officiated India's group matches against Pakistan and New Zealand
  • Sue Redfern was umpire during Australia's record 331-run chase against India
  • England faces South Africa in first semi-final with different officiating team
  • DY Patil Stadium hosts both India-Australia semi-final and Sunday's championship final
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Women's World Cup: Agenbag, Redfern named on-field umpires for India's semi-final clash against Australia

ICC appoints Lauren Agenbag and Sue Redfern as on-field umpires for the crucial India vs Australia Women's Cricket World Cup semi-final at DY Patil Stadium.

"For the second final four contest, Lauren Agenbag and Sue Redfern will be the on-field umpires. - ICC Announcement"

New Delhi, October 27

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the match officials for the Women's Cricket World Cup semi-finals, scheduled for this week.

Guwahati will host the first semi-final between England and South Africa on Wednesday. The second semi-final will take place at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium, with hosts India and defending champions Australia battling for the last spot on Thursday.

Eloise Sheridan and Jacquline Williams will serve as the on-field umpires for the England and South Africa fixture. Sheridan officiated both teams in the group stage, including England's emphatic 10-wicket win over South Africa on October 7. Sheridan also served as the official for South Africa's imposing 150-run win over Pakistan last week.

Williams has also stood in for both sides' fixtures, including South Africa's memorable wins over India and Bangladesh. Williams was also a part of England's win over India and their defeat against Australia. Vrinda Rathi will act as the third umpire, while Claire Polosak is the fourth umpire, with GS Lakshmi appointed as the match referee.

For the second final four contest, Lauren Agenbag and Sue Redfern will be the on-field umpires. Agenbag handled India's group matches, including games against Pakistan, New Zealand and Bangladesh. Redfern was the official when Australia gunned down the record 331-run chase against India on October 12. Kim Cotton and Nimali Perera will be the third and fourth umpires, respectively. Michell Pereira will step in as the match referee.

England finished second after notching a commanding eight-wicket win over New Zealand. Meanwhile, South Africa settled for third place after fumbling against Australia in their final group-stage game. India qualified for the final with a dominant win over New Zealand after losing three games on the trot.

The winners of both fixtures will battle for the coveted silverware on Sunday at the DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Remember Redfern was the umpire when Australia chased down 331 against us. Hope she doesn't bring bad luck for our team! Need to support our women's team regardless of officials.
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Sarah B
Good to see experienced officials handling such important matches. The pressure will be immense with a home crowd in Mumbai. Hope the umpires stay neutral and focused.
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Ananya R
So proud of our women's team reaching the semis! 🎉 The umpiring team looks balanced. Just hoping for fair decisions and no controversial calls that could affect the game's outcome.
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Vikram M
While I appreciate ICC's appointments, I wish there were more Indian umpires in key positions for such important matches being played in India. Just a thought, no disrespect to the appointed officials.
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Michael C
Both umpires have good experience with these teams. Agenbag knows India's playing style well from the group matches. Should make for some consistent decision-making.

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