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    Hockey India congratulates Raghu Prasad RV on being named FIH Umpire of the Year
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    Hockey India Congratulates Raghu Prasad RV On Being Named FIH Umpire Of The Year

    By IANS News November 18, 2025 • 18:08 PM View: 258
    FIH President Datto Tayyab Ikram: Hockey India on Tuesday congratulated Raghu Prasad RV on being named FIH Umpire of the Year for 2025. The FIH announced its decision following the recommendations of the FIH Umpiring Committee.

    Raghu, who has officiated in 198 international matches, becomes not only the first Indian umpire to receive this honour since 2015, but also the first umpire from the Asian continent.

    A native of Bengaluru, Raghu began his umpiring journey in 2001, officiating in school, college, and league tournaments. He made his international debut in 2003 at the Four Nations Tournament in Australia. Over the years, he has officiated at the 2014 Commonwealth Games; two editions of the Asian Games (2018 and 2022); four Senior World Cups (2010, 2014, 2018, and 2023); and three Olympic Games (2012, 2020, and 2024), making him one of India’s most experienced umpires.

    TAGS Hockey India Raghu Prasad RV FIH Umpire FIH Umpiring Committee Four Nations Tournament Commonwealth Games Asian Games Senior World Cups Olympic Games World Cup FIH President Datto Tayyab Ikram Asian Hockey Federation
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