Ex-Glamorgan player Wharf handed umpiring promotion
Alex Wharf played for Glamorgan from 2000 to 2009
- Published
Former Glamorgan and England all-rounder Alex Wharf has been promoted to the elite panel of international umpires by the ICC.
The 49-year-old has officiated on-field in seven Tests, 33 ODIs, and 45 T20Is in men's international cricket and his experience includes the recent men's and women's World Cups.
Wharf and South Africa's Allahudien Palaker replace Michael Gough of England and West Indies' Joel Wilson on the elite panel.
"I want to express my heartfelt thanks to the ICC and ECB for the opportunities they've provided over the years," said Wharf
"I am truly appreciative of their guidance and constant support."
Bradford-born Wharf won 13 England ODI caps during a 10 year spell at Glamorgan, after previously playing for Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire.
He joins fellow Englishmen Richard Kettleborough and Richard Illingworth in the 12-strong elite group.
"This milestone would not have been possible without the amazing colleagues who have shared their expertise with me and those who have supported me both on and off the field," added Wharf.
"I look forward to continuing to learn from and work alongside them as I embark on this exciting new chapter in my career."