Polosak and Sheridan to become first female umpires to officiate in Sheffield Shield

Sydney [Australia], October 18 (ANI): Claire Polosak and Eloise Sheridan are poised to make history for Australian cricket by becoming the first female umpires to officiate in the Sheffield Shield.

They have been nominated to officiate two games in November.

Both umpires have previously stood in Marsh Cup and BBL matches in Australia, but no female umpire has previously stepped on the pitch for a Shield match. This comes