Top 10 Cricket Umpires With the Highest Match Count in International Cricket

CRICKET | August 11,2025

Aleem Dar (Pakistan)

An all-time great, he has officiated in an incredible 434 international matches- the record across the three formats of Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.

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Rudi Koertzen (South Africa)

Known for his very slow finger-raise, he enjoyed a long career, umpiring in 331 matches. He was one of the first umpires to go past the 200 ODI mark.

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Steve Bucknor (West Indies)

Famously calm and firm in his style, he umpired 309 matches in total, including five consecutive World Cup finals.

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Billy Bowden (New Zealand)

Loved for his out-of-the-ordinary signals, he endowed personality to the game. He has umpired in 308 international matches.

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Daryl Harper (Australia)

He enjoys respect and fame for his constant performance in over 279 international matches.

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Simon Taufel (Australia)

Taufel has officiated in 282 international matches, and he is known for his best umpiring.

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David Shepherd (England)

A much-loved umpire with the famous "Nelson" hop, remembered for his friendliness and fairness in 264 international matches.

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Marais Erasmus (South Africa)

One of the most respected umpires of the modern era, he was known for accuracy and calm presence during 249 international matches.

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Ian Gould (England)

'Gunner' Gould was a former player turned umpire. Calm demeanor was his hallmark, and he stood in 245 matches.

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Kumar Dharmasena (Sri Lanka)

A former cricketer, he officiates 257 matches. Known for his firm, decisive calls on the field.

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