Cricket World Cup Fever! Trivia Quiz
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Kapil dev became higest wicket taker in which year
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1990
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1992
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1994
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Which cricketers have the record for the highest run patnership at the World Cup ?
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Sachin Tendulkar and Saurav Ganguly
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Saurav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid
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Saurav Ganguly and Virender Sehwag
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Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar
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A. Saurav Ganguly and Rahul DravidExplanation
Saurav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid have the record for the highest run partnership at the World Cup.Rate this question:
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Against which country did India score their lowest total at the World Cup ?
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West Indies
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England
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New Zealand
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Australia
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A. AustraliaExplanation
India scored their lowest total at the World Cup against Australia.Rate this question:
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In which year were the World Cup matches reduced to 50 overs from the previous 60 overs?
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1983
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1979
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1992
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1987
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A. 1987Explanation
In 1987, the World Cup matches were reduced to 50 overs from the previous 60 overs. This change was made to make the matches shorter and more exciting, allowing for more aggressive batting and higher scoring games. The decision to reduce the number of overs was made to adapt to the changing dynamics of the game and to keep the audience engaged throughout the match.Rate this question:
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How many runs did India make in its historic World Cup win over West Indies in 1983?
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374
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175
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183
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259
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A. 183Explanation
In its historic World Cup win over West Indies in 1983, India made a total of 183 runs.Rate this question:
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The nickname of Glenn McGrath is what?
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Ooh Ahh
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Big Bird
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PG
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Pigeon
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Penguin
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A. PigeonExplanation
so called because of his skinny legsRate this question:
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What is the full name of V.V.S. Laxman?
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Vangipurapu Venkata Sai
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Vishwanatha Venkata Sai
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Venu Venkata Sai
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Vaidyanatha Venkata Sai
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None of the above
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A. Vangipurapu Venkata SaiExplanation
The full name of V.V.S. Laxman is Vangipurapu Venkata Sai.Rate this question:
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Where did Yuvraj Singh make his ODI debut?
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Nairobi, Kenya
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Mumbai, India
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London, England
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Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Lahore, Pakistan
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A. Nairobi, KenyaExplanation
against Kenya on 3rd oct,2000Rate this question:
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Which was the 1st non Test playing country to beat India in an international match?
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Canada
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Sri Lanka
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Zimbabwe
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Bangladesh
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USA
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A. Sri LankaExplanation
Sri Lanka was the first non-Test playing country to beat India in an international match. This victory occurred in 1979 during the ICC Cricket World Cup. Sri Lanka defeated India by 47 runs, marking a historic moment for Sri Lankan cricket. This win showcased Sri Lanka's potential in international cricket and paved the way for their future success in the sport.Rate this question:
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Who has won the maximum number of man of the match awards in test matches?
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Sachin Tendulkar
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Jaques kallis
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Ricky ponting
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Muttiah Muralidharan
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A. Jaques kallisExplanation
Jaques Kallis has won the maximum number of man of the match awards in test matches. This indicates that he has consistently performed exceptionally well in test matches and has been recognized as the standout player in multiple games. His consistent performances and impact on the game have earned him the most number of man of the match awards in test matches.Rate this question:
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