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Ricky Ponting & Umpires Billy Bowden & Asad Rauf Ric
Ricky Ponting & Umpires Billy Bowden & Asad Rauf 5th Ashes Test Match 5th Ashes Test Match, Npower Test Series 2009 The Brit Oval, London, England 20 August 2009 Date: 20 August 2009

Asad Rauf & Ricky Ponting 5th Ashes Test Match 5th Ashes Test Match, Npower Test Series 2009 The Brit Oval, London, England 20 August 2009 Date: 20 August 2009

Asad Rauf Signals A Wide 5th Ashes Test Match 5th Ashes Test Match, Npower Test Series 2009 The Brit Oval, London, England 20 August 2009 Date: 20 August 2009

Billy Bowden & Asad Rauf Cricket Umpires 4th Ashes Test Match, Npower Test Series 2009 Headingley, Leeds, England 09 August 2009 Date: 09 August 2009

Asad Rauf Cricket Umpire 4th Ashes Test Match, Npower Test Series 2009 Headingley, Leeds, England 07 August 2009 Date: 07 August 2009

Interior of Azm (Azem) Palace in Damascus, Syria
Interior of the palace of As ad Pasha al-Azm in Damascus, Syria. As ad Pasha al-Azm was the governor of Damascus under Ottoman rule from 1742 to 1757

Syria. Hama. Azem Palace. Exterior
Syria. Hama. Azem Palace, former residence of the Ottoman governors. 18th century. Current City Museum. Exterior

Syria. Damascus. Azm Palace. Facade
Syria. Damascus. Azm Palace (Beit Al-Azem). Facade. It was originally built in 1750 as a residence for the Ottoman governor of Damascus As ad Pasha al-Azm

Azem Palace. Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic
Syrian Arab Republic. Damascus. Azem Palace. 1750. House of Museum of Arts and Popular Traditions. Courtyard

Minister of War and Minister of the Interior, Iran
His Excellency Mr. Sapah Dare Aezem, Minister of War and Chief of the Revolutionaries in Rasht and Sardare Asad, Minister of the Interior and Chief of the Bakhtiaris of Ispahan. Date: circa 1909

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Asad Rauf: The Man in the Middle Step into the magnificent interior of Azm Palace in Damascus, Syria, and you might just catch a glimpse Rauf, the renowned cricket umpire. Known for his sharp decision-making skills and unwavering composure, Rauf has officiated some of the most intense matches alongside legendary players like Ricky Ponting. In one memorable encounter, captured on camera, Ponting engages in a spirited conversation with both Rauf and another distinguished umpire Billy Bowden. Their collective expertise ensures fair play and an unforgettable spectacle for fans around the world. Rauf's signals are precise and authoritative - whether it be indicating a wide or making any other crucial call during high-stakes matches. His presence on the field commands respect from players and spectators alike. But there is more to Asad Rauf than meets the eye. Beyond his role as an umpire extraordinaire lies a man who appreciates beauty beyond boundaries. Just like Azem Palace's stunning exterior in Hama or its captivating facade in Damascus, Rauf finds solace amidst architectural marvels that reflect Syria's rich history. While he may have made countless decisions under pressure on cricket fields worldwide, it is these moments of tranquility that rejuvenate him off-duty. Exploring Syrian heritage sites like Azem Palace allows him to connect with his surroundings on a deeper level – reminding us all that even those who stand at center stage need time to appreciate life's grandeur outside their professional realm. So next time you witness Asad Rauf donning his umpiring attire or sharing banter with Ricky Ponting, remember that behind every great figure lies layers waiting to be discovered – just like this remarkable man named Asad himself.