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1. Which Australian bowler took 195 wickets in 36 matches against England?

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Shane Warne is the correct answer because he is an Australian bowler who took 195 wickets in 36 matches against England. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest spin bowlers in the history of cricket and had a successful career playing against England.

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Dive into the 'History of Cricket Trivia Questions!' Quiz to challenge and enhance your knowledge of cricket history. This quiz tests your understanding of iconic moments and records,... see morefrom Shane Warne's wickets to unique cricketing milestones. see less

2. Who is the only batsman to have scored 300, 400 and 500 runs in first class cricket?

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Brian Lara is the only batsman to have scored 300, 400, and 500 runs in first-class cricket. This achievement demonstrates his exceptional skill and consistency as a batsman. Lara is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport, and his ability to score such high runs in first-class cricket further solidifies his reputation.

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3. Who, among these Indians, was the youngest cricketer of the 2003 Cricket World Cup?

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Parthiv Patel was the youngest cricketer of the 2003 Cricket World Cup.

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4. Which Pakistani cricketer scored 1788 Test runs in 2006?

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In 2006, Mohammad Yousuf scored 1788 Test runs, making him the Pakistani cricketer who achieved this feat.

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5. Under whose captaincy did India play the first ODI in 1974?

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Ajit Wadekar captained the Indian cricket team in the first-ever One Day International (ODI) match played by India in 1974. This match was against England at Headingley, Leeds. Wadekar led the team to a victory in that historic match, making him the first captain to achieve an ODI win for India.

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6. Who was the first Asian to play for Yorkshire county?

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Sachin Tendulkar is the correct answer because he was the first Asian cricketer to play for Yorkshire county. Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket, joined Yorkshire in 1992 at the age of 19. He played for the county team for a short period of time, gaining valuable experience and exposure to different playing conditions. His stint with Yorkshire helped him develop his skills further and lay the foundation for his illustrious international career.

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7. Who was the only Pakistani who remained not out during Anil Kumble's 10 wicket haul in 1999?

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Waqar Younis is the correct answer because he was the only Pakistani player who remained not out during Anil Kumble's 10 wicket haul in 1999. This means that while Kumble took all 10 wickets in the innings, he was unable to dismiss Waqar Younis.

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8. Which Indian bowler took 18 wickets in 7 matches against the New Zealanders in 2002-03?

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Javagal Srinath took 18 wickets in 7 matches against the New Zealanders in 2002-03.

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9. For how many days was the England vs. South Africa Test match played at Durban in 1938-39?

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The England vs. South Africa Test match played at Durban in 1938-39 lasted for 9 days. This indicates that the match was a long and closely contested one, as Test matches typically last for 5 days. The extended duration could be attributed to factors such as weather interruptions, high scoring rates, or tight competition between the two teams.

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10. Why was the second day of the India and England Test in 1980 was declared a rest day?

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The second day of the India and England Test in 1980 was declared a rest day due to a solar eclipse. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the earth, causing a temporary blockage of sunlight. This natural phenomenon can be quite significant and may affect visibility and playing conditions, making it necessary to suspend the match for safety reasons.

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11. Who is the only Indian cricketer to be part of both the 300 run partnerships in One Day Internationals?

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Rahul Dravid is the only Indian cricketer to be part of both the 300 run partnerships in One Day Internationals. This means that he has been involved in two separate occasions where the batting partnership that he was a part of scored a combined total of 300 runs or more. This is a remarkable achievement and showcases Dravid's ability to contribute significantly to high-scoring partnerships in ODIs.

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12. How many boundaries were hit by Kapil Dev during his innings of 175 vs. Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup?

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Kapil Dev hit 16 fours and 6 sixes during his innings of 175 against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup.

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13. Who became the first batsman to score 100 sixes in Test cricket?

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Adam Gilchrist became the first batsman to score 100 sixes in Test cricket. He was known for his aggressive batting style and ability to hit boundaries consistently. Gilchrist revolutionized the role of a wicketkeeper-batsman and was known for his powerful hitting. Throughout his career, he displayed his ability to clear the boundary with ease, contributing to his record-breaking achievement of reaching 100 sixes in Test cricket.

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14. Who is the only batsman to be given out Obstructing the Field in Test cricket?

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Len Hutton is the only batsman to be given out Obstructing the Field in Test cricket.

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15. Who is the 4th cricketer to score 10,000 runs in the ODI International cricket?

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Sanath Jayasuriya is the 4th cricketer to score 10,000 runs in ODI International cricket. Sachin Tendulkar was the first to achieve this milestone, followed by Ricky Ponting and Inzamam-ul-Haq. Jayasuriya, a former Sri Lankan cricketer, reached this milestone on July 5, 2005, during a match against Australia. He was known for his aggressive batting style and played a crucial role in revolutionizing the role of the opener in limited-overs cricket.

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16. Which of these Indian wicketkeepers is the only keeper to have stumped Don Bradman in Tests?

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Probir Sen is the only Indian wicketkeeper to have stumped Don Bradman in Tests. This means that Sen successfully caught the ball and removed the bails while Bradman was out of his crease. The other options, Dattaram Hindlekar, Bharath Reddy, and Khershed Meherhomji, did not achieve this feat.

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17. Who, among these, is the last white player to play Test cricket for West Indies?

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Geoff Greenidge is the last white player to play Test cricket for West Indies.

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18. Under whose captaincy did India win its first ODI?

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S Venkataeaghavan is the correct answer because he was the captain of the Indian cricket team when they won their first ever One Day International (ODI) match. Venkataeaghavan led the team to victory against East Africa in the Prudential World Cup in 1975.

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19. Who was India's first cricket captain post-independence?

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Lala Amarnath was chosen as India's first cricket captain post-independence. He led the Indian cricket team in their first Test series against England in 1947-48. Amarnath was a talented all-rounder and played a crucial role in India's victory in their first Test match against England. He was known for his aggressive batting style and his ability to take wickets with his medium-pace bowling. Amarnath's leadership skills and contributions to Indian cricket make him the correct answer to this question.

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20. Which of these Indian cricketers played for Queensland in Sheffield Shield in late 1960s and early 70s?

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Rusi Surti is the correct answer because he is the only Indian cricketer among the given options who played for Queensland in Sheffield Shield in the late 1960s and early 70s. ML Jaisimha, Lala Amarnath, and Mohinder Amarnath did not play for Queensland during that time period.

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21. Who played for India in the Davis Cup in 1922 and in 1936 also represented India in Test cricket?

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Cotah Ramaswami is the correct answer because he played for India in the Davis Cup in 1922 and also represented India in Test cricket in 1936.

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Which Australian bowler took 195 wickets in 36 matches against...
Who is the only batsman to have scored 300, 400 and 500 runs in first...
Who, among these Indians, was the youngest cricketer of the 2003...
Which Pakistani cricketer scored 1788 Test runs in 2006?
Under whose captaincy did India play the first ODI in 1974?
Who was the first Asian to play for Yorkshire county?
Who was the only Pakistani who remained not out during Anil Kumble's...
Which Indian bowler took 18 wickets in 7 matches against the New...
For how many days was the England vs. South Africa Test match played...
Why was the second day of the India and England Test in 1980 was...
Who is the only Indian cricketer to be part of both the 300 run...
How many boundaries were hit by Kapil Dev during his innings of 175...
Who became the first batsman to score 100 sixes in Test cricket?
Who is the only batsman to be given out Obstructing the Field in Test...
Who is the 4th cricketer to score 10,000 runs in the ODI International...
Which of these Indian wicketkeepers is the only keeper to have stumped...
Who, among these, is the last white player to play Test cricket for...
Under whose captaincy did India win its first ODI?
Who was India's first cricket captain post-independence?
Which of these Indian cricketers played for Queensland in Sheffield...
Who played for India in the Davis Cup in 1922 and in 1936 also...
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