Quiz On Sir Don Bradman
How well do you know Sir Donald Bradman, the greatest batsman of all time? Take our quiz to find out. . .
Questions and Answers
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In his teens Sir Don Bradman gave up cricket in favour of another sport for two years. What as the sport?
- A.
Tennis
- B.
Golf
- C.
Swimming
Correct Answer
A. TennisExplanation
During his teenage years, Sir Don Bradman temporarily abandoned cricket and instead focused on playing tennis.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In which year was Sir Don Bradman knighted?
- A.
1965
- B.
1954
- C.
1949
Correct Answer
C. 1949Explanation
In 1949, Sir Don Bradman was knighted. This means that he was given the title of "Sir" by the British monarchy for his achievements and contributions to cricket. Knighting is a prestigious honor and is usually given to individuals who have made significant contributions in their field. Sir Don Bradman, considered one of the greatest cricketers of all time, received this honor in recognition of his outstanding career and impact on the sport.Rate this question:
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- 3.
After being dismissed for a duck, Sir Don Bradman retired with an average of 99.94. What was his average before his final innings?
- A.
101.39
- B.
104.26
- C.
100.40
Correct Answer
A. 101.39Explanation
Sir Don Bradman's average before his final innings can be calculated by subtracting the score of his final innings (0) from his overall average (99.94) and adding 1. Therefore, the correct answer is 101.39.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many runs did Sir Don Bradman score on his first class debut for New South Wales in 1927?
- A.
118
- B.
32
- C.
89
Correct Answer
A. 118Explanation
Sir Don Bradman scored 118 runs on his first-class debut for New South Wales in 1927.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where was Sir Don Bradman born?
- A.
Bowral
- B.
Cootamundra
- C.
Sydney
Correct Answer
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- 6.
How many wickets did Sir Don Bradman take in his international Test career?
- A.
5
- B.
1
- C.
2
Correct Answer
C. 2 -
- 7.
Sir Don Bradman's Dream Team was revealed some months after his death. He included only one West Indian in the playing XI. Who was it?
- A.
Clive Lloyd
- B.
Sir Garfield Sobers
- C.
Vivian Richards
Correct Answer
B. Sir Garfield SobersExplanation
Sir Garfield Sobers was the only West Indian player included in Sir Don Bradman's Dream Team. This suggests that Bradman considered Sobers to be the best player from the West Indies and worthy of a place in his team. Sobers was a highly talented all-rounder, known for his exceptional batting and bowling skills. His inclusion in Bradman's Dream Team highlights his immense contribution to the game of cricket and his status as one of the greatest players of all time.Rate this question:
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- 8.
While Sir Don Bradman scored 29 centuries in his in 80 Test innings. How many double centuries di he score in his international career?
- A.
12
- B.
11
- C.
14
Correct Answer
A. 12Explanation
Sir Don Bradman scored 29 centuries in his 80 Test innings. A double century refers to a score of 200 or more in a single innings. Since the question asks for the number of double centuries he scored in his international career, and does not specify a particular format (such as Test or One Day Internationals), we can assume that it includes all international matches. Therefore, the correct answer is 12, indicating that Bradman scored 12 double centuries in his international career.Rate this question:
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