Laaloo Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 David Shepherd, the former England umpire, has died after a long battle with cancer. He was 68. Shepherd was a renowned international umpire and officiated in 172 ODIs, including three consecutive World Cup finals, and 92 Tests between 1983 and 2005. He was appointed as a first-class umpire in 1981 and the speed of his elevation to the international stage was evidence of his ability and the regard in which he was held His last Test was match between West Indies and Pakistan in Kingston in June 2005 and his final appearance in an ODI was at The Oval in 2005. Shepherd also had a 14-year career at Gloucestershire for whom he played 282 first-class matches. -Cricinfo- R.I.P
Sachinism Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 RIP David Shepard I'm sure everyone will remember him. Lost the battle with cancer May he RIP :((
ViruRulez Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 RIP He was umpiring this year too I suppose.. how did it happen so suddenly :((
Laaloo Posted October 28, 2009 Author Posted October 28, 2009 RIP He was umpiring this year too I suppose.. how did it happen so suddenly :(( ?? He retired in 2005. RIP Shepard
varun Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 Really sad to hear. His hops at Nelsons were legendary. RIP
Sachinism Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 Why is 111 known as 'Nelson'? Shep says: "I always believed it was one eye, one arm, one testicle, because they reckoned Nelson was one short down below as well. But I always say one eye, one arm and one lump of sugar in his tea." lollzzz
Don Sharma Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 RIP. He was the most liked umpire by all and sundry. Period.
Cricketics Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 This is a sad news. A very intelligent and charming umpire he was. loved his jumps @ 111 or 222.
Dirty_South Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 this is really sad :(( R I P Sheppy.... We'll never forget ur hops/jumpsat Nelsons !
DomainK Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 This is a very sad news. He was a great character and a very good umpire for most part of his career. RIP.
gult Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 Rest in peace. Great umpire and widely respected by players and fans
zubinpepsi Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 RIP sheps..the only umpire whos loved and liked by players and fans irrespective of the nationality..
King Tendulkar Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 RIP sheps..the only umpire whos loved and liked by players and fans irrespective of the nationality.. Dickie Bird
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