Rudi's Presence on the cricket ground reminded one of the HeadMaster of the school in your classroom.His Personality alone commanded respect from some of the nasty & fierce cricketers.His judgement was always delivered with a firm, no-nonsence,clear & proffessional body language. A Great Umpire the game will miss for along time.
Yes, Rudi was the best international umpire. I would rate him higher than Dickie Bird, Sheperd and Steve Bucknor. We all will be missing his slow death finger. Happy retired life Rudi.