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General Knowledge (GK) Quiz on Cricket, Test Your Cricket IQ

Cricket, often dubbed as a religion in many parts of the world, has captivated millions with its drama, skill, and sheer excitement. From iconic matches to legendary players, the sport has a rich history that spans centuries. How well do you know the ins and outs of cricket? Test your knowledge with this cricket-themed general knowledge quiz!

An Overview of Cricket

Cricket, a beloved sport worldwide, is played between two teams of eleven players each. The game’s objective is to score more runs than the opposition. A cricket team typically consists of batsmen, bowlers, wicketkeepers, and fielders. Batsmen aim to score runs, bowlers strive to dismiss batsmen, while wicketkeepers guard the stumps. Fielders support bowling and prevent runs. Together, they create the dynamic and thrilling spectacle that is cricket.

General Knowledge (GK) Quiz on Cricket

Welcome to our Cricket General Knowledge Quiz! Cricket, often hailed as a sport with a rich history and a fervent following, has produced countless memorable moments and iconic players. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the game, this quiz will challenge your knowledge of cricket’s intricacies and legends. Get ready to test your cricket IQ through our General Knowledge (GK) Quiz on Cricket.

 

Q1.  How many players are there in a cricket team on the field at a time?

a) 10

b) 11

c) 12

d) 9

S1. Ans.(b)

Q2. Which city is known as the ‘Mecca’ of Indian cricket?

a) Mumbai

b) Kolkata

c) Chennai

d) Delhi

S2. Ans. (b)

Q3. In cricket, what does LBW stand for?

a) Leg Before Wicket

b) Left Batsman Wrong

c) Leg Ball Wasted

d) Lost Bat Winner

S3. Ans. (a)

Q4. What is a ‘googly’ in cricket?

a) A type of delivery bowled by a left-arm spinner

b) A type of delivery bowled by a fast bowler

c) A type of delivery bowled by a leg-spinner

d) A type of delivery bowled by a medium-pacer

S4. Ans. (c)

Q5. What is the term used to describe a situation in cricket where a batsman is dismissed without scoring any runs?

a) Duck

b) Fowl

c) Goose

d) Zero

S5. Ans. (a)

Q6. Who is known as the ‘Rawalpindi Express’ in cricket?

a) Shoaib Akhtar

b) Wasim Akram

c) Imran Khan

d) Waqar Younis

S6. Ans. (a)

Q7. What is the maximum number of overs a bowler can bowl in a One Day International (ODI) match?

a) 10

b) 15

c) 20

d) 25

S7. Ans. (a)

Q8. Which country hosted the first-ever Cricket World Cup in 1975?

a) Australia

b) England

c) West Indies

d) India

S8. Ans. (a)

Q9. Which cricketing nation is known as the ‘Proteas’?

a) New Zealand

b) England

c) South Africa

d) West Indies

S9. Ans. (a)

Q10. In cricket, what does ‘MCC’ stand for?

a) Marylebone Cricket Club

b) Master Cricket Committee

c) Match Control Council

d) Maximum Cricket Championship

S10. Ans. (a)

Akansha Arora

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