The duo had both been involved in the women’s World Twenty20 Qualifier, which was held last year in Thailand.

After announcing their appointments, the ICC stated that their decision was made as they continue to “place an important emphasis in recognising that cricket is a game for all, and hopes that this will inspire more women across the globe to become involved in officiating and participating in cricket.”

The men’s and women’s tournaments are due to be held simultaneously in India between March 8 and April 3.

Cross is scheduled to become the first female to officiate at the tournament when she umpires the women’s match between Bangladesh and Pakistan, alongside India’s Anil Chaudhary.

On March 18, Polosak will join India’s Vineet Kulkarni in taking charge of the women’s match between New Zealand and Ireland.

The full list of referees includes Johan Cloete, Aleem Dar, Kumar Dharmasena, Marais Erasmus, Simon Fry, Chris Gaffaney, Michael Gough, Ian Gould, Richard Illingworth, Richard Kettleborough and Nigel Llong.

Ranmore Martinesz, CK Nandan, Bruce Oxenford, Ruchira Palliyaguruge, Paul Reiffel, Chettithody Shamshuddin, Ravi Sundaram, Rod Tucker and Joel Wilson have also been included.

In addition to the match umpires, the referees have been announced as David Boon, Chris Broad, Jeff Crowe, Ranjan Madugalle, Andy Pycroft, Richie Richardson and Javagal Srinath.

A total of 16 men’s teams are due to compete in the tournament, with the top eight having already been assured of participation in the super 10 phase.

Sri Lanka will be hoping to defend their title, with the 2016 winners due to be crowned on April 3 in Kolkata.

The women’s final will take place on the same day, where nine teams will seek to wrestle the title away from defending champions Australia.