What are the things that an umpire should carry to the field?

What are the things that an umpire should carry to the field?

There are certain essential things that an umpire should carry to the field. This is to ensure that the game proceeds smoothly. The items considered as essential are:


Counters – To count the balls in each over. At the beginning of every over, he should have six of the item that he uses as counters. He must also have a means of checking runs if the scoreboard will not be sufficient.


Watch – To time the match. According to the law the umpires must agree which watch is to be used, as well as the one to be used if the selected one fails. Both umpires should carry a watch, and check it against the agreed timepiece before the start of the match.


Pencil and Paper – To make notes on bowlers, the batsmen, the number of balls, etc at an interval and notes of points to discuss later with scorers.


Law Book – IT can be useful for setting a point at an interval.


Balls – The umpires have charge of the balls approved by the umpires and the captain before the start of the match. If a new ball is to be used after a certain number of overs, the umpires will need to carry new balls and also spare ones.


Bails – Umpires carry their own set of bails to ensure a matching pair, and also spare ones in case of damage.


Bowler’s start marker – Although these are provided by the Ground Authority, the umpire carries his own to be produced if necessary.


Drying material – For drying the ball