Thota Vijay clears BCCI umpire examination
Vijay's accomplishment is being hailed as a milestone for cricket in Vizianagaram and is expected to serve as an inspiration for aspiring umpires in the region. He has already been serving as a scorer in international matches and, with this new qualification, he will now be eligible to officiate in domestic matches such as the Ranji Trophy, the Indian Premier League (IPL), and inter-State competitions. His success brings pride to the local cricket community and marks a significant step forward in his cricketingjourney.
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