Bangladesh cricket has reached a new milestone as Shathira Jakir Jessy has been appointed to officiate in the upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, becoming the country’s first-ever female umpire at a senior World Cup.
Jessy, a former Bangladesh women’s team cricketer turned match official, has been steadily rising through the ranks in international umpiring. Her selection for the prestigious global event is being hailed as a proud moment for Bangladesh cricket and a breakthrough for women in sports.
The ICC confirmed her inclusion in the panel for the tournament, which begins later this year, marking another step toward gender inclusivity in the game’s officiating roles.
📊 Jessy’s Journey
| Role | Career Highlight |
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| Player (2008–2012) | Represented Bangladesh Women’s National Team |
| Broadcaster | Worked as cricket analyst & commentator |
| Umpire | Officiated in domestic & international women’s games |
| Milestone | 1st Bangladeshi woman umpire at a senior ICC World Cup |
📢 What It Means:
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Breakthrough moment for Bangladesh women in cricket
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Paves the way for future female officials in international tournaments
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Highlights BCB’s and ICC’s push for gender diversity in cricket
