Kumar Dharmasena Salary

An umpire’s influence can have a tremendous effect on the outcome of a match, particularly with DRS and third umpire no-ball calls now at play. Unsurprisingly, they’re highly paid for their services; but what motivates people to become umpires and how much do they make in return?

Kumar Dharmasena of Sri Lanka is an exceptional example of an exceptional player-turned-umpire. After playing on their 1996 World Cup-winning side and retiring, Dharmasena soon transitioned into umpiring and quickly became one of the most recognizable faces in international cricket – officiating numerous crucial matches as part of the ICC elite panel (60 Tests, 97 ODIs and 22 T20Is since 2009).

Kumar Dharmasena earns approximately $150,000 each year excluding match fees and bonuses, not counting match fees or bonuses. As one of the world’s premier umpires he has officiated several high-profile matches while remaining calm under pressure to make accurate decisions.

Marais Erasmus, another well-recognized umpire, enjoys a handsome annual salary. Since 2006 he has been part of the elite panel of International Cricket Council umpires known for their calm demeanor and precise decision-making – officiating at 30 Tests, 62 ODIs and 20 T20Is respectively while boasting an estimated annual salary of $145,000.

New Zealander Billy Bowden is another high-profile umpire whose services are well compensated. He has officiated in over 130 Tests and 147 ODIs since 2005 and earned approximately $100,000 annually as his annual salary. These umpires are just some of the more notable figures in international cricket; their salaries can differ depending on where they work as well as level.