England’s Sue Redfern is set to create history as the first ICC-appointed female neutral umpire to officiate in a bilateral series during the upcoming WT20I between Australia and South Africa. The International Cricket Council’s (ICC) decision to appoint one neutral umpire for all ICC Women’s Championship series, along with T20I matches, aims to provide greater exposure and opportunities for female umpires. Seven female neutral umpires, including Redfern, will officiate across ICC Women’s Championship series, receiving match-day pay parity with their male counterparts on the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires.