Regarded as one of the best umpires in cricket history, Taufel won the ICC Umpire of the Year award five consecutive times from 2004 to 2008.
2. Dickie Bird (England)
An iconic figure in cricket, Bird officiated in 66 Test matches and 69 ODIs. His charismatic personality and accurate decisions made him a beloved umpire.
3. Aleem Dar (Pakistan)
Aleem Dar has been a highly respected umpire in international cricket for many years. He has won the ICC Umpire of the Year award three times and has officiated in numerous Test matches and ODIs.
4. David Shepherd (England)
Known for his distinctive style and famous "Nelson" superstition, Shepherd umpired in 92 Test matches and 172 ODIs, including three World Cup finals.
5. Steve Bucknor (West Indies)
Bucknor stood in a record 128 Test matches and 181 ODIs, including five consecutive World Cup finals. His calm demeanor and consistency were highly regarded.
6. Rudi Koertzen (South Africa)
Koertzen officiated in 108 Test matches and 209 ODIs. He was known for his slow but deliberate finger-raising style when giving players out.
7. Billy Bowden (New Zealand)
Bowden was known for his quirky signals and entertaining umpiring style. He officiated in 84 Test matches and 200 ODIs, gaining popularity for his unique approach.
8. Daryl Harper (Australia)
Harper was one of the leading umpires during his time, officiating in 95 Test matches and 174 ODIs. He was known for his professionalism and accuracy.
9. Ian Gould (England)
Gould umpired in 74 Test matches and 140 ODIs. He was appreciated for his sharp decision-making and rapport with players.
10. Kumar Dharmasena (Sri Lanka)
A former cricketer turned umpire, Dharmasena has officiated in numerous high-profile matches, including World Cup finals. He won the ICC Umpire of the Year award in 2012.