Rudi Koertzen

Rudi Koertzen was a prominent South African cricket umpire known for his long career in international cricket, officiating in over 100 Test matches and 200 One Day Internationals (ODIs) from 1992 to 2010. He gained recognition for his distinctive slow finger raise to signal a dismissal, which became a hallmark of his umpiring style. Koertzen's contributions to the sport were celebrated, and he was respected for his professionalism and integrity on the field. He was in the news following former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag's recent admission about giving bribes to umpires, including Koertzen, during matches to influence decisions.