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1. How is Shane Watson called by his teammates?

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Shane Watson is called "Watto" by his teammates.

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Sport has shaped the Australian national identity through events such as the Ashes, the Melbourne Cup and the America's Cup. The AFL is one of the most popular sports in Australia. Test your knowledge of this Australian sports by taking the short trivia below. All the best and have fun!

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2. Which Aussie bowler is nicknamed "Ritzy"?

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Nathan Hauritz is nicknamed "Ritzy."

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3. Which Australian cricketer is a keen cook and published a few cookbooks?

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Matthew Hayden is the correct answer because he is known for his passion for cooking and has published a few cookbooks. He has showcased his culinary skills and love for food through various television appearances and cooking shows. Hayden's cookbooks have gained popularity among cricket fans and food enthusiasts alike, making him a well-known cricketer who is also a keen cook.

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4. The Frank Worrell Trophy is awarded for the winner of the Australia and which other team's Test series?

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The Frank Worrell Trophy is awarded to the winner of the Test series between Australia and West Indies. This trophy is named after Frank Worrell, who was a legendary West Indian cricketer and the first black captain of the West Indies cricket team. The trophy was introduced in 1960-61 and has been contested between the two teams ever since.

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5. Which Aussie cricketer is associated with the leper children's colony "Udayan" in India?

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Steve Waugh is associated with the leper children's colony "Udayan" in India. This means that he has been involved with the colony in some way, whether it be through fundraising, donations, or personal visits. This association shows his commitment to helping those in need and making a positive impact on the lives of others.

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6. Which Aussie cricketer plays the bass guitar and acoustic guitar for the band "Six & Out"?

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Brett Lee is the correct answer because he is the Aussie cricketer who plays the bass guitar and acoustic guitar for the band "Six & Out". Ricky Ponting, Andrew Symonds, and Steve Waugh are not known for their musical talents or involvement in the band.

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7. Who is known as "Vicious" and "Dermie" in the Australian cricket squad?

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Peter Siddle is known as "Vicious" and "Dermie" in the Australian cricket squad.

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8. Who gave Brad Hodge the nickname "Bunkie"?

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Dean Jones gave Brad Hodge the nickname "Bunkie".

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9. Who used the specially designed "mongoose" bat in some matches during 2009-10?

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During the 2009-10 cricket matches, Matthew Hayden used the specially designed "mongoose" bat. The unique design of this bat featured a shorter blade and a longer handle, which allowed for more power and control while playing shots. Hayden's decision to use this bat during the matches showcased his innovative approach to the game and his willingness to experiment with different equipment to gain an advantage.

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10. Where was a statue of the famous spectator Yabba unveiled in 2009?

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In 2009, a statue of the famous spectator Yabba was unveiled at the Sydney Cricket Ground. This suggests that the statue was specifically placed at the Sydney Cricket Ground, making it the correct answer.

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11. A champion racing greyhound named after which Aussie cricketer died in August 2010?

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Brett Lee is the correct answer because he is an Australian cricketer and the question asks for the name of the Aussie cricketer that a champion racing greyhound was named after. This implies that the greyhound was named after a famous Australian cricketer, and out of the given options, Brett Lee is the only Australian cricketer mentioned.

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12. Who was made a selector of the Australian national cricket side in October 2010 replacing Merv Hughes?

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Greg Chappell was made a selector of the Australian national cricket side in October 2010, replacing Merv Hughes.

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13. Who won the KFC Twenty20 Big Bash cricket tournament in 2008-2009?

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New South Wales won the KFC Twenty20 Big Bash cricket tournament in 2008-2009.

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14. How many test centuries have Matthew Hayden scored?

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Matthew Hayden has scored 30 test centuries.

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15. Against which team did Adam Gilchrist score 172 runs, his best ODI batting score?

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Adam Gilchrist scored 172 runs against Zimbabwe, which is his best ODI batting score.

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16. What middle name does Simon Katich and Peter Siddle share?

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Simon Katich and Peter Siddle share the middle name Matthew.

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17. Which Australian was awarded the "Emerging Player of the Year" in the 2009 ICC Awards?

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Peter Siddle was awarded the "Emerging Player of the Year" in the 2009 ICC Awards.

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18. Who was chosen 2009 Champions League 20/20 Player of the Series?

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Brett Lee was chosen as the 2009 Champions League 20/20 Player of the Series.

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19. Who was adjudged "Women's Cricketer of the Year" in the ICC Awards 2010?

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Shelley Nitschke was adjudged "Women's Cricketer of the Year" in the ICC Awards 2010.

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How is Shane Watson called by his teammates?
Which Aussie bowler is nicknamed "Ritzy"?
Which Australian cricketer is a keen cook and published a few...
The Frank Worrell Trophy is awarded for the winner of the Australia...
Which Aussie cricketer is associated with the leper children's...
Which Aussie cricketer plays the bass guitar and acoustic guitar for...
Who is known as "Vicious" and "Dermie" in the Australian cricket...
Who gave Brad Hodge the nickname "Bunkie"?
Who used the specially designed "mongoose" bat in some matches during...
Where was a statue of the famous spectator Yabba unveiled in 2009?
A champion racing greyhound named after which Aussie cricketer died in...
Who was made a selector of the Australian national cricket side in...
Who won the KFC Twenty20 Big Bash cricket tournament in 2008-2009?
How many test centuries have Matthew Hayden scored?
Against which team did Adam Gilchrist score 172 runs, his best ODI...
What middle name does Simon Katich and Peter Siddle share?
Which Australian was awarded the "Emerging Player of the Year" in the...
Who was chosen 2009 Champions League 20/20 Player of the Series?
Who was adjudged "Women's Cricketer of the Year" in the ICC Awards...
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