Sivasubramaniyan Shankar balances his time on the pitch as a former first-class cricketer turned umpire. Born on 13 February 1971 in Mattancherry, he brings years of domestic experience to his work. Fans of the domestic circuit might recognize him from his time standing in the 2015-16 Ranji Trophy.
His officiating career extends beyond the domestic level into international fixtures. He has stood as an umpire in 1 ODI match and 5 T20I matches. These appointments reflect his involvement in the professional game at the highest levels of white-ball cricket.
His work also encompasses the women's game. He officiated 1 WODI match in 2018. Additionally, he served as an umpire for 5 WT20I matches between 2013 and 2015.