Wed, Jul 15, 2026
Wed, Jul 15, 2026
Guyanese umpire Javed Persaud makes First-Class debut on birthday
Guyanese umpire Javed Persaud received a special 35th birthday gift when he strolled out in the middle as a standing umpire for the first time in First-Class cricket during the fifth round clash of the West Indies Four-Day Championship between Guyana Harpy Eagles and the Windward Islands Volcanoes on Wednesday (March 12) at the National Stadium, Providence.
Persaud was officiating alongside Gregory Brathwaite of Barbados on a rain-affected opening day which saw Volcanoes closing on 77-2 off 27 overs.
Persaud, a staff at ENet, has dedicated the last 15 years of his life to elevating himself in the field of umpiring.
The Georgetown Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association (GCUSA) extended congratulations to Persaud on his elevation to First-Class cricket, after he officiated in the just concluded Women’s Super50 Cup.
“This achievement marks a significant milestone in his umpiring career and is a testament to his dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to the sport.”
“Javed’s journey began in 2010 when he joined the GCUSA, embarking on a path that would lead him to the highest levels of regional cricket. After three years of diligent training and development, he became a fully qualified umpire in 2013, demonstrating his keen understanding of the laws and nuances of the game.”
The GCUSA said Persaud’s exceptional performance and dedication were recognised when he was promoted to the CWI Junior Panel of Umpires in 2016. Building on this success, he continued to excel, earning a well-deserved promotion to the CWI Emerging Panel of Umpires in 2025.
“Today, Javed steps onto the First-Class stage, joining esteemed GCUSA colleagues Nigel Duguid, Shannon Crawford and Ryan Banwarie, who are also officiating in this prestigious tournament.
Adding to the joy of this occasion, we are delighted to celebrate Javed’s birthday! His debut on this special day makes it an even more memorable event,” the GCUSA said.
“The GCUSA is immensely proud of Javed’s accomplishments and wishes him all the best in his First-Class career. We are confident that he will continue to uphold the highest standards of umpiring and serve as an inspiration to aspiring umpires across the region.
Congratulations, Javed! May your journey be filled with continued success and fulfillment.”