Along with hosting the first ODI and first T20I on Hong Kong Soil, there was another first on display. The first ever umpire from Hong Kong was appointed by International Cricket Council to stand in a T20 international, Tabarak Dar. “Tabarak has been recognized by the ICC for his past performances and efforts in various ACC and ICC tournaments. His appointment in a T20I and that too in Hong Kong, is an honor not just to him but to umpiring fraternity in Hong Kong.” Said Anoop