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NEWS 28 / 10 / 2009 *** David Shepherd, the former England umpire
NEWS 28/10/2009 *** David Shepherd, the former England umpire, has died after a long battle with cancer. He was 68.
A renowned international umpire, David officiated in 172 ODI s, including 3 consecutive World Cup Finals & 92 tests between 1983 & 2005.
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David Shepherd - Englands member of the 12 strong National Grid Panel of umpires for the World Cup 1996, starting nexk week in India, Pakistan & Sri Lanka - today modelled the first black coat to be worn by an umpire in two centuries of cricket.
Black has been chosen as the best neutral colour for day/night matches with the players wearing coloured clothing and using a white ball.
David Shepherd - 6ft & 16 stone - shows off the new coat at Lords Cricket Ground, 7th February 1996.
- - 28/10/2009
Dale Cherry
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
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© Mirrorpix
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Celebrate the life of cricket legend David Shepherd with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug. This special mug features a poignant image of David Shepherd, the former England umpire, taken by Dale Cherry from Memory Lane Prints. Captured on October 28, 2009, the image commemorates the sad news of Shepherd's passing after a long battle with cancer. At the age of 68, Shepherd had officiated in 172 One-Day Internationals, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the world of cricket. Relive the memories and honor the memory of this cricket icon with every sip from this beautifully designed mug.
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. In this poignant print from October 28,2009, we pay tribute to the late David Shepherd, a former England umpire who left an indelible mark on the world of cricket. Sadly, after a valiant battle with cancer, Shepherd passed away at the age of 68. Renowned for his exceptional skills as an international umpire, Shepherd officiated in an impressive total of 172 One Day Internationals (ODIs), including three consecutive World Cup Finals. Additionally, he presided over 92 tests between the years 1983 and 2005. The image captures a significant moment in cricket history as it showcases David Shepherd proudly donning the first black coat ever worn by an umpire in two centuries of cricket. This groundbreaking change was implemented ahead of the World Cup tournament set to commence in India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in February 1996. The decision to adopt black as a neutral color for day/night matches was made due to its compatibility with colored player clothing and white balls. Standing tall at six feet and weighing sixteen stone (224 pounds), Shepherd exudes confidence while displaying the new coat at Lords Cricket Ground on February 7th, 1996. This photograph serves as a lasting testament to David Shepherd's immense contributions to cricket and his role as one of England's esteemed members on the National Grid Panel of Umpires. His legacy lives on through his remarkable
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