Umpires

Two on-field umpires control over a match. One umpire stands behind the bowler's wicket, and adjudicate on most decisions. The other (the "square leg umpire") stands with a side view of the batsman (usually near the fielding location called square leg), and assists in decisions for which he or she has an enhanced view. In some professional matches the capability exists for them to refer some decisions to a third umpire, who has the assistance of television replays. In international matches a match referee ensures that play is within the laws of cricket and the courage of the game. The third umpire and referee do not take the field throughout play.