North West umpire Roly Black has been named in the officials panel for the forthcoming T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

The former Bready all-rounder has steadily climbed the officiating ladder since he retired from playing.

Black's cool demeanour and decision making has won him many admirers throughout the cricketing world, quickly becoming a great ambassador for the sport.

At a time when umpires locally in Northern Ireland are in great demand, the 54-year-old who has umpired in over 100 internationals is a role model for anybody with aspirations in that direction.