Quick Info
| Profession | Cricket Umpire |
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| Nationality | Pakistan |
| Date of Birth | 06/06/1968 |
| Age | 58 years |
| Birthplace | Jhang, Punjab, Pakistan |
Latest News about Aleem Dar
01/01/2025
Aleem Dar announced his retirement from all umpiring duties at the end of the Pakistan domestic season 2024-25, marking the conclusion of a celebrated career that spanned nearly 25 years. The 57-year-old umpire, who officiated in 448 international matches, will transition to a role within the Pakistan Cricket Board's selection committee.
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Bio/Wiki
| Aleem Sarwar Dar is a renowned Pakistani cricket umpire and former first-class cricketer. Born on 6 June 1968 in Jhang, Punjab, Pakistan, he officiated in 448 international matches across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is during a celebrated career spanning nearly a quarter of a century. He was a member of the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires from 2003 to 2023 and is widely regarded as one of the finest umpires in the history of the sport. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height: 5 feet 8 inches | |
| Weight: 70 kg | |
| Horoscope: Gemini |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Government Islamia College, Lahore | |
| Graduated |
Personal Life
| Aleem Dar resides in Jhang, Punjab, Pakistan. He is known for his calm demeanor and strict adherence to the rules of the game. |
Relationships & More
| Spouse: Noshaba Banu |
Career
| Annual Earnings | $45,000 (approx.) | ||||||||
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| ODI Fee | $2,200 | ||||||||
| Test Fee | $3,000 | ||||||||
| T20 Fee | $1,000 | ||||||||
| Playing Career | 1986-1998 | ||||||||
| First-Class Umpiring Debut | 1999 (Quaid-e-Azam Trophy) | ||||||||
| International Umpiring Debut | 16/02/2000 | ||||||||
| ICC Elite Panel of Umpires | 2003-2023 | ||||||||
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| Retirement Announcement | 2024 | ||||||||
| Retirement Date | After Pakistan domestic season 2024-25 | ||||||||
| Current Role | Member of the Men's National Selection Committee of the Pakistan Cricket Board |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Aleem Dar was the first umpire to receive the ICC Umpire of the Year award twice (2009 and 2010, though the second was not officially awarded, he was the top-ranked umpire). | |
| 2. He is known for his 'Aleem Dar' gesture, a unique way of signaling decisions that has become iconic in cricket. | |
| 3. Before becoming an umpire, he played first-class cricket for Pakistan from 1986 to 1998. |