When did Marais Erasmus retire from umpiring?

Marais Erasmus retired from his 26-year umpiring career after his final domestic match in Paarl.

How many times was Marais Erasmus named ICC Umpire of the Year?

Marais Erasmus was named ICC Umpire of the Year three times.

What was Marais Erasmus's career in terms of matches officiated?

Erasmus officiated in 82 Tests, 125 ODIs, and 61 T20Is internationally, plus 131 matches as a third umpire.

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Umpire Legend Marais Erasmus Bows Out After 26 Years

22 Mar

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Marais Erasmus concluded a 26-year umpiring career in South Africa.
He was named ICC Umpire of the Year three times.
Erasmus officiated in 82 Tests, 125 ODIs, and 61 T20Is.

Umpire Legend Marais Erasmus Bows Out After 26 Years

Marais Erasmus, a celebrated South African umpire, has officially retired from his 26-year career in cricket officiating. His final match was a domestic 50-over game held in Paarl, South Africa, between Boland and the Lions. Erasmus brought his distinguished career to a close in modest surroundings, humorously describing the attendance as "50 souls and a dog."

Throughout his tenure, Erasmus was recognized for his exceptional skill, earning the ICC Umpire of the Year award three times in 2016, 2017, and 2021. He officiated in some of the sport's most significant encounters, including the contentious 2019 ICC World Cup final and notably made the 'timed out' decision against Angelo Mathews in the 2023 World Cup. His international career spanned 82 Test matches, 125 One Day Internationals, and 61 T20 Internationals, along with 131 appearances as a third umpire.

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