How Well Do You Know Muralitharan?

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1.

In which year was Murali rated the greatest Test match bowler ever by Wisden Cricketers' lmanack ?
- A.
  
  2001
- B.
  
  2002
- C.
  
  2004
- D.
  
  2007
Correct Answer
B. 2002

Explanation
In 2002, Murali was rated the greatest Test match bowler ever by Wisden Cricketers' Almanack.

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Who's wicket did he take on 5 February 2009 in Colombo to surpass Wasim Akram's ODI record of 502 wickets?
- A.
  
  Gautam Gambhir
- B.
  
  Sachin Tendulkar
- C.
  
  Harbhajan Singh
- D.
  
  Rahul Dravid
Correct Answer
A. Gautam Gambhir
3.

Murali made his test debut on 28th August 1992 against which country?
- A.
  
  India
- B.
  
  Pakistan
- C.
  
  Australia
- D.
  
  England
Correct Answer
C. Australia

Explanation
Murali made his test debut on 28th August 1992 against Australia.

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How many time has Murali taken 5 wickets or more in an test innings?
- A.
  
  61
- B.
  
  65
- C.
  
  67
- D.
  
  69
Correct Answer
C. 67

Explanation
Murali has taken 5 wickets or more in a test innings 67 times.

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5.

Muralitharan, together with Chaminda Vaas, holds the record for the highest 10th wicket partnership in Tests for Sri Lanka. The pair put on 79 runs for the last wicket against which country?
- A.
  
  India
- B.
  
  Bangladesh
- C.
  
  NewZealand
- D.
  
  Australia
Correct Answer
D. Australia

Explanation
Muralitharan, together with Chaminda Vaas, holds the record for the highest 10th wicket partnership in Tests for Sri Lanka. The pair put on 79 runs for the last wicket against Australia.

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6.

Murali also holds the record for highest number of international wickets in Tests, ODIs and T20s combined. How many wickets has he taken in total?
- A.
  
  1405
- B.
  
  1391
- C.
  
  1441
- D.
  
  1320
Correct Answer
D. 1320

Explanation
Murali holds the record for the highest number of international wickets in Tests, ODIs, and T20s combined. The correct answer is 1320, which means Murali has taken a total of 1320 wickets in his international career.

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How many have been batsmen dismissed by (b)Muralitharan and (C) Mahela Jayawardene?
- A.
  
  77
- B.
  
  63
- C.
  
  72
- D.
  
  68
Correct Answer
A. 77

Explanation
Muralitharan and Mahela Jayawardene have dismissed a total of 77 batsmen.

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Number of half-centuries scored by Muralitharan in tests?
- A.
  
  0
- B.
  
  1
- C.
  
  2
- D.
  
  3
Correct Answer
B. 1

Explanation
Muralitharan, a former Sri Lankan cricketer, scored 1 half-century in test matches. This means that he achieved a score of 50 or more runs in a single innings on one occasion during his test career.

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9.

Number of ten wicket hauls taken by Muralitharan in tests?
- A.
  
  20
- B.
  
  26
- C.
  
  22
- D.
  
  23
Correct Answer
C. 22

Explanation
Muralitharan took a total of 22 ten-wicket hauls in test matches. This means that in 22 test matches, he took 10 or more wickets in a single innings. This is an impressive achievement and showcases Muralitharan's exceptional bowling skills and ability to dominate the opposition.

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Who was Muralitharan’s 709^th test victim, when he went passed Shane Warne?
- A.
  
  Kevin Pietersen
- B.
  
  Paul Collingwood
- C.
  
  Alastair Cook
- D.
  
  Andrew Flintoff
Correct Answer
B. Paul Collingwood

Explanation
Paul Collingwood was Muralitharan's 709th test victim when he went past Shane Warne.

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Who was the umpire who first no-balled Murali for chucking?
- A.
  
  Darell Hair
- B.
  
  Ross Emerson
- C.
  
  Steve Bucknor
- D.
  
  Peter McConnell
Correct Answer
B. Ross Emerson

Explanation
Ross Emerson was the umpire who first no-balled Murali for chucking.

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12.

Where did Muralitharan achieve his career best figures of 16-220?
- A.
  
  The Oval
- B.
  
  Galle
- C.
  
  Dhaka
- D.
  
  Sharjah
Correct Answer
A. The Oval

Explanation
Muralitharan achieved his career best figures of 16-220 at The Oval.

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How Well Do You Know Muralitharan?

In which year was Murali rated the greatest Test match bowler ever by Wisden Cricketers' lmanack ?

Who's wicket did he take on 5 February 2009 in Colombo to surpass Wasim Akram's ODI record of 502 wickets?

Murali made his test debut on 28th August 1992 against which country?

How many time has Murali taken 5 wickets or more in an test innings?

Muralitharan, together with Chaminda Vaas, holds the record for the highest 10th wicket partnership in Tests for Sri Lanka. The pair put on 79 runs for the last wicket against which country?

Murali also holds the record for highest number of international wickets in Tests, ODIs and T20s combined. How many wickets has he taken in total?

How many have been batsmen dismissed by (b)Muralitharan and (C) Mahela Jayawardene?

Number of half-centuries scored by Muralitharan in tests?

Number of ten wicket hauls taken by Muralitharan in tests?

Who was Muralitharan’s 709th test victim, when he went passed Shane Warne?

Who was the umpire who first no-balled Murali for chucking?

Where did Muralitharan achieve his career best figures of 16-220?

Who was Muralitharan’s 709^th test victim, when he went passed Shane Warne?