Cricket Game Trivia Facts! Quiz

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    In how many balls was the fastest half century scored in T\20 Cricket?

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    Who are the two captains who have won two times a world cup?

    • Ricky Ponting,Vivian Richards

    • Ricky Ponting,Clive Lloyd

    • Clive Lloyd,Steve Waugh

    • Viv Richards,Steve Waugh

    • Carl Hooper,Steve Waugh

    Correct Answer
    A. Ricky Ponting,Clive Lloyd
    Explanation
    Ricky Ponting and Clive Lloyd are the two captains who have won the World Cup twice. Ricky Ponting captained the Australian cricket team to victory in the World Cup in 2003 and 2007. Clive Lloyd, on the other hand, captained the West Indies cricket team to victory in the World Cup in 1975 and 1979.

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  • 3. 

    Who is the present Coach of Pakistan?

    • Javed Miandad

    • Naseem Ashraf

    • Jeoff Lawson

    • Greig Chappel

    • Imran Khan

    Correct Answer
    A. Jeoff Lawson
    Explanation
    Jeoff Lawson is the correct answer because he was the coach of the Pakistan national cricket team from July 2007 to October 2008. During his tenure, Pakistan had mixed results, including a series win against India and a Test series win against South Africa. However, his contract was not renewed after the team's poor performance in the ICC World Twenty20 tournament.

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    Who was Muralitharan's victim when he broke the world record of getting the highest wickets in Test Cricket?

    • Ian Bell

    • Paul Collingwood

    • Kevin Piterson

    • Brad Hodge

    • Matt Prior

    Correct Answer
    A. Paul Collingwood
    Explanation
    Muralitharan's victim when he broke the world record of getting the highest wickets in Test Cricket was Paul Collingwood.

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    Who has scored the fastest half century in One Day Cricket?

    • Yuvraj Singh

    • Shahid Afridi

    • Adam Gilchrist

    • Sanath Jayasuriya

    • M S Dhoni

    Correct Answer
    A. Sanath Jayasuriya
    Explanation
    Sanath Jayasuriya holds the record for scoring the fastest half century in One Day Cricket. He achieved this feat in just 17 balls during a match against Pakistan in 1996. Jayasuriya's aggressive batting style and powerful shots allowed him to score runs at a rapid pace, making him one of the most dangerous batsmen in the game. His record-breaking innings showcased his exceptional skill and ability to dominate the opposition's bowling attack.

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    Against which team Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara made the record of the Highest Partnership in Test Cricket?

    • India

    • Australia

    • England

    • Bangladesh

    • South Africa

    Correct Answer
    A. South Africa
    Explanation
    Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara made the record of the Highest Partnership in Test Cricket against South Africa.

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    Who has got the record of taking most wickets in a calendar year?

    • Dennis Lille

    • Wasim Akram

    • Muttiah Murallitharan

    • Glenn Mcgrath

    • Shane Warne

    Correct Answer
    A. Shane Warne
    Explanation
    Shane Warne has the record for taking the most wickets in a calendar year.

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    What was the speed of the fastest cricket ball?

    • 160.6 kmph

    • 162.9 kmph

    • 161.3 kmph

    • 161.2 kmph

    • 160.6 kmph

    Correct Answer
    A. 161.2 kmph
    Explanation
    The given correct answer for the question is 161.2 kmph. This suggests that the speed of the fastest cricket ball was measured at 161.2 kilometers per hour.

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  • 9. 

    In which city was the first match played of Cricket?

    • Lords

    • Sydney

    • Melbourne

    • The Oval

    • Old Traffard

    Correct Answer
    A. Melbourne
    Explanation
    The first match of cricket was played in Melbourne. This city is historically significant in the sport of cricket as it hosted the first-ever officially recognized cricket match in 1877. Melbourne is known for its rich cricketing history and has been a prominent venue for cricket matches in Australia.

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    Who is considered as the best one-day player in the history of crickte?

    • Ricky Ponting

    • Adam Gilchrist

    • Sanath Jayasuriya

    • Muttiah Muralitharan

    • Sachin Tendulkar

    Correct Answer
    A. Adam Gilchrist
    Explanation
    Adam Gilchrist is considered as the best one-day player in the history of cricket due to his exceptional batting skills and his impact on the game. He revolutionized the role of a wicket-keeper batsman with his aggressive style of play. Gilchrist was known for his explosive batting at the top of the order, consistently providing quick starts to his team. He had a remarkable strike rate and scored over 9,000 runs in one-day internationals. Additionally, Gilchrist was a reliable wicket-keeper and an excellent team player, making him a highly influential figure in the limited-overs format.

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