Ex-Glamorgan player Wharf handed umpiring promotion
"This milestone would not have been possible without the amazing colleagues who have shared their expertise with me and those who have supported me both on and off the field," added Wharf."I look forward to continuing to learn from and work alongside them as I embark on this exciting new chapter in my career."
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