David Shepherd Trophy
ICC Umpire of the Year
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The David Shepherd Trophy is awarded annually by the International Cricket Council to the ICC Umpire of the Year. The Trophy is named after famous and respected English umpire David Shepherd. The first David Shepherd Trophy was awarded to Simon Taufel in 2004.
Presented byInternational Cricket Council
First award2004
Final award2024
Currently held by
Richard Illingworth (4th award)
Richard Illingworth (4th award)| ICC Award for Umpire of the Year | |
|---|---|
| Presented by | International Cricket Council |
| First award | 2004 |
| Final award | 2024 |
| Currently held by | Richard Illingworth (4th award) |
| Most awards |  Simon Taufel (5 awards) |
| Website | ICC Awards |
Trophy
The trophy, produced by Swarovski, features a crystal cricket ball studded with over 4200 Swarovski crystal chantons, cusped in a hand which extends from an aluminium base. The hand represents the theme of "breaking through" in pursuit of excellence. The trophy features a clear crystal ball, weighs 1.2kg, is 30cm high and 11cm in width.
Winners
Wins by umpire
Wins by country
| Country | Umpires | Total |
|---|---|---|
| England |
2 | 7 |
| Australia |
1 | 5 |
 Pakistan |
1 | 3 |
 South Africa |
1 | 3 |
 Sri Lanka |
1 | 2 |