The document is a quiz on cricket containing 30 questions. It provides rules for the quiz, stating there are 30 questions with 1 mark each. Starred questions will break ties. The quizmaster's decisions are final. The questions cover a range of topics related to cricket, including players, matches, statistics, movies involving cricket, and more.

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July, 2015July, 2015
PLT, Presidency University, KolkataPLT, Presidency University, Kolkata
QuizmastersQuizmasters
SRD & Somnath ChandaSRD & Somnath Chanda
Elimination Round
CRICKET IS QUITE A GENTLE, HARMLESS GAME, BUT HE IS ACRICKET IS QUITE A GENTLE, HARMLESS GAME, BUT HE IS A
LUCKY MAN WHO HAS NOT TO SWEAT SOME BLOOD BEFORELUCKY MAN WHO HAS NOT TO SWEAT SOME BLOOD BEFORE
HE'S DONE WITH IT.HE'S DONE WITH IT.
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A cricket quizA cricket quiz

2. Rules
* 30 questions.
* Each question carries 1 mark.
* Star-marked questions (Q. No. 1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25
& 30) will be counted to break the ties.
* Every decision of the QM is final.

7. Which current cricketer has recorded songs under theWhich current cricketer has recorded songs under the
name of ‘Dre Russ’?name of ‘Dre Russ’?
(He said that he was always interested to record music(He said that he was always interested to record music
right from the time when he was a junior cricketer)right from the time when he was a junior cricketer)
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8. Complete this list (exhaustive) and also connectComplete this list (exhaustive) and also connect
:--Harry Graham, John Hampshire, Andrew Strauss,:--Harry Graham, John Hampshire, Andrew Strauss,
Matt Prior and …………..?Matt Prior and …………..?
(If you can guess the last name, you can instantly(If you can guess the last name, you can instantly
guess what this list is all about)guess what this list is all about)
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9. Which West Indian’s test innings of 258 is still theWhich West Indian’s test innings of 258 is still the
highest score by a cricketer in his final Test innings?highest score by a cricketer in his final Test innings?
(Gary Sobers has often described his early retirement(Gary Sobers has often described his early retirement
as a great loss to Cricket and the Caribbean team)as a great loss to Cricket and the Caribbean team)
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10. What connects these movies: Iqbal, Stumped, MujhseWhat connects these movies: Iqbal, Stumped, Mujhse
Shaadi Karogii, Chain Kulii Ki Main Kulii? (Hello,Shaadi Karogii, Chain Kulii Ki Main Kulii? (Hello,
this is a Cricket quiz)this is a Cricket quiz)
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11. He was a perfect partner to Wilfred Rhodes. In the 1902 TestHe was a perfect partner to Wilfred Rhodes. In the 1902 Test
match at Birmingham, he and Rhodes bowled out Australia formatch at Birmingham, he and Rhodes bowled out Australia for
36 runs, their lowest total in any Test. Rhodes took 7 for 17 and36 runs, their lowest total in any Test. Rhodes took 7 for 17 and
he took 3 for 15. But he was himself a very capable left armhe took 3 for 15. But he was himself a very capable left arm
medium fast bowler (apart from being a good batsman). In themedium fast bowler (apart from being a good batsman). In the
next match, when the Australians met Yorkshire, they werenext match, when the Australians met Yorkshire, they were
bowled out for 23 (He took 5 for 9 runs). Lord Hawke hadbowled out for 23 (He took 5 for 9 runs). Lord Hawke had
described him as the greatest county cricketer of all time, as hedescribed him as the greatest county cricketer of all time, as he
also scored 36,356 runs in county cricket (apart from 2742also scored 36,356 runs in county cricket (apart from 2742
wickets). Though his success in tests were modest.wickets). Though his success in tests were modest.
Who was this Yorkshire legend?Who was this Yorkshire legend?
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13. This ‘gentleman’ gave a speech at theThis ‘gentleman’ gave a speech at the
2nd Organisation of the Islamic Conference meeting2nd Organisation of the Islamic Conference meeting
in Lahore in favour of Pakistan's right to pursuein Lahore in favour of Pakistan's right to pursue
nuclear weapons.nuclear weapons.
What resulted due to that speech?What resulted due to that speech?
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14. Which current Kolkata Knight Riders squad memberWhich current Kolkata Knight Riders squad member
was a part of the Mumbai Indians team in theirwas a part of the Mumbai Indians team in their
victorious 2011 Champions Leaguevictorious 2011 Champions League
Twenty20 campaign?Twenty20 campaign?
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15. This is a term in Cricket which is also used in Rugby.This is a term in Cricket which is also used in Rugby.
Some examples of it are Vic Stollmeyer of West Indies,Some examples of it are Vic Stollmeyer of West Indies,
Stuart Law of Australia, Gobo Ashley of South AfricaStuart Law of Australia, Gobo Ashley of South Africa
etc.etc.
Which term?Which term?
(A specific answer is required)
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16. It was believed that when one of his sons got selectedIt was believed that when one of his sons got selected
for the national cricket team, he commented, ‘Theyfor the national cricket team, he commented, ‘They
got the wrong …………’.got the wrong …………’.
An enterprising batsman, he never got out in singleAn enterprising batsman, he never got out in single
figures in test matches.figures in test matches.
Who?Who?
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17. What is this Path in Jubilee Park, Wallendoon Street,What is this Path in Jubilee Park, Wallendoon Street,
Cootamundra, NSW called and why it is so called?Cootamundra, NSW called and why it is so called?
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18. Whose final test innings was a score of 139 runsWhose final test innings was a score of 139 runs
against Pakistan in Karachi in 1969, after which backagainst Pakistan in Karachi in 1969, after which back
in England he got involved in a motor accident andin England he got involved in a motor accident and
lost the sight of his left eye and also damaged his rightlost the sight of his left eye and also damaged his right
eye?eye?
(Hint: He was nicknamed ‘Ollie’ in reference to
Oliver Hardy)
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19. When South Africa made a comeback to internationalWhen South Africa made a comeback to international
Cricket in 1991, the first ODI that they played was inCricket in 1991, the first ODI that they played was in
Kolkata which India won.Kolkata which India won.
Who were the two players who were adjudged theWho were the two players who were adjudged the
Players of the Match?Players of the Match?
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20. He was nicknamed after this comic strip character onHe was nicknamed after this comic strip character on
the left, as he was as muscular as him. He succeededthe left, as he was as muscular as him. He succeeded
Alan Davidson and preceded Dennis Lillee as theAlan Davidson and preceded Dennis Lillee as the
bowling spearhead, and hence also played a bit withbowling spearhead, and hence also played a bit with
both of them.both of them.
Who?Who?
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22. In the 1860’s , when an Australian strongest possibleIn the 1860’s , when an Australian strongest possible
aboriginal team of eleven best cricketers was formed,aboriginal team of eleven best cricketers was formed,
Tom Wills, the first significant cricketer of thatTom Wills, the first significant cricketer of that
continent also coached them. However, Tom Wills iscontinent also coached them. However, Tom Wills is
also the pioneer of another famous sport.also the pioneer of another famous sport.
Which sport?Which sport?
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23. This Bengali cricketer’s first two names were SudangsuThis Bengali cricketer’s first two names were Sudangsu
Abinash. He made an impressive test debut at EdenAbinash. He made an impressive test debut at Eden
Gardens against John Goddard’s West Indies, taking fourGardens against John Goddard’s West Indies, taking four
wickets for 120 runs and one for 61, bowling 51 overs in all,wickets for 120 runs and one for 61, bowling 51 overs in all,
when every other Indian bowlers were mercilesslywhen every other Indian bowlers were mercilessly
thrashed by Weekes and Walcott. He also held a couple ofthrashed by Weekes and Walcott. He also held a couple of
catches to complete an impressive debut and it was rathercatches to complete an impressive debut and it was rather
surprising that he never got another chance at thesurprising that he never got another chance at the
international level. He was never to wear the India capinternational level. He was never to wear the India cap
again.again.
How do we know him better?How do we know him better?
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25. Born in Westminster, X wrote two successful novels,Born in Westminster, X wrote two successful novels,
The Semi-Detached HouseThe Semi-Detached House (1859) and (1859) and The Semi-The Semi-
Attached CoupleAttached Couple (1860). Both the novels have a comic (1860). Both the novels have a comic
touch that critics have compared with author Janetouch that critics have compared with author Jane
Austen.Austen.
How X (as per some records - her family also) wasHow X (as per some records - her family also) was
associated with two similar establishments situated atassociated with two similar establishments situated at
two cities, at a distance of 11,178 kilometres (and atwo cities, at a distance of 11,178 kilometres (and a
flight time of 15 hours and 40 minutes)?flight time of 15 hours and 40 minutes)?
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27. The map, with redThe map, with red
stars, mark the placesstars, mark the places
where X has bagged awhere X has bagged a
ton for his country.ton for his country.
Chances of anyChances of any
addition of stars inaddition of stars in
the map are prettythe map are pretty
slim, at present.slim, at present.
On whose bodyOn whose body
would you find thiswould you find this
tattoo?tattoo?
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28. As per folklore, which one-word cricket-term owesAs per folklore, which one-word cricket-term owes
its origin to these two gentlemen?its origin to these two gentlemen?
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29. Smaaash Master Blaster SchoolSmaaash Master Blaster School
Cricket Championship, whichCricket Championship, which
follows a knock-out format, hadfollows a knock-out format, had
as many as 102 schoolsas many as 102 schools
participating in last year. This kidparticipating in last year. This kid
created huge news when hecreated huge news when he
smashed 118 off just 42 ballssmashed 118 off just 42 balls
for his team Dhirubhai Ambanifor his team Dhirubhai Ambani
International School to take themInternational School to take them
into the semi-finals.into the semi-finals.
Identify himIdentify him..
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30. In this elite ‘Top-10 list’, whose name will come atIn this elite ‘Top-10 list’, whose name will come at
the 5the 5thth
place?place?
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31. Which unique feat was recorded in this test match?Which unique feat was recorded in this test match?
In fact, Graeme Smith had a chance to emulate thisIn fact, Graeme Smith had a chance to emulate this
feat 6 years later, but could not do so because of thefeat 6 years later, but could not do so because of the
combined heroics of Hashim Amla and Dale Steyn.combined heroics of Hashim Amla and Dale Steyn.
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32. Considered to be one of the greatest, X was onceConsidered to be one of the greatest, X was once
refused entry to the Lord’s Pavilion whilerefused entry to the Lord’s Pavilion while
captaining India on their tour of England in 1986.captaining India on their tour of England in 1986.
X quipped that the MCC (Marylebone CricketX quipped that the MCC (Marylebone Cricket
Club) should change its name to MCP (‘maleClub) should change its name to MCP (‘male
chauvinist pigs’).chauvinist pigs’).
Who is X?Who is X?
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33. WhichWhich
trophy istrophy is
victoriousvictorious
BengalBengal
teamteam
holding?holding?
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34. X has a unique record in international cricket. HeX has a unique record in international cricket. He
played in his country’s 100played in his country’s 100thth
test match, captainedtest match, captained
them in their 200them in their 200thth
test and coached them in theirtest and coached them in their
300300thth
test.test.
Who is X?Who is X?
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35. A six-letter word which reminds you about a violentA six-letter word which reminds you about a violent
armed conflict, is said to be the reason behind this onarmed conflict, is said to be the reason behind this on
field discussion.field discussion.
What is that good word?What is that good word?
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This ‘national icon’ has quit jobs multiple times toThis ‘national icon’ has quit jobs multiple times to
pursue his passion. After resigning from Sudha Dairy,pursue his passion. After resigning from Sudha Dairy,
he left his job as a teacher in 2004 at Shiksha Mitra.he left his job as a teacher in 2004 at Shiksha Mitra.
Who?Who?

38. Despite being known for other ball games, the firstDespite being known for other ball games, the first
sport the British brought to this nation was cricket.sport the British brought to this nation was cricket.
The ICC Associate Membership status was grantedThe ICC Associate Membership status was granted
wayback in 1974. But this team hasn’t achievewayback in 1974. But this team hasn’t achieve
anything noteworthy, till date.anything noteworthy, till date.
Which national team?Which national team?
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39. A former first-class cricketer,A former first-class cricketer,
he has played 33 matches forhe has played 33 matches for
Yorkshire and Middlesex, fromYorkshire and Middlesex, from
1994 to 1999. A left-handed top1994 to 1999. A left-handed top
order batsman and occasionalorder batsman and occasional
right-arm bowler, he became aright-arm bowler, he became a
part of an Elite Panel in 2011.part of an Elite Panel in 2011.
Identify him who is winningIdentify him who is winning
the David Sheperd Trophy forthe David Sheperd Trophy for
the last few years.the last few years.
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40. Who is the subject of this Amul topical?Who is the subject of this Amul topical?
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41. What name was finally selected for theirWhat name was finally selected for their
cricket team?cricket team?
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44. Which current cricketer has recorded songs under theWhich current cricketer has recorded songs under the
name of ‘Dre Russ’?name of ‘Dre Russ’?
(He said that he was always interested to record music(He said that he was always interested to record music
right from the time when he was a junior cricketer)right from the time when he was a junior cricketer)
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45. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Andre RussellAndre Russell 11
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46. Complete this list (exhaustive) and also connectComplete this list (exhaustive) and also connect
:--Harry Graham, John Hampshire, Andrew Strauss,:--Harry Graham, John Hampshire, Andrew Strauss,
Matt Prior and …………..?Matt Prior and …………..?
(If you can guess the last name, you can instantly(If you can guess the last name, you can instantly
guess what this list is all about)guess what this list is all about)
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47. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Sourav Ganguly & Debut century at LordsSourav Ganguly & Debut century at Lords 22
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48. Which West Indian’s test innings of 258 is still theWhich West Indian’s test innings of 258 is still the
highest score by a cricketer in his final Test innings?highest score by a cricketer in his final Test innings?
(Gary Sobers has often described his early retirement(Gary Sobers has often described his early retirement
as a great loss to Cricket and the Caribbean team)as a great loss to Cricket and the Caribbean team)
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49. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Seymour NurseSeymour Nurse 33
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50. What connects these movies: Iqbal, Stumped, MujhseWhat connects these movies: Iqbal, Stumped, Mujhse
Shaadi Karogii, Chain Kulii Ki Main Kulii? (Hello,Shaadi Karogii, Chain Kulii Ki Main Kulii? (Hello,
this is a Cricket quiz)this is a Cricket quiz)
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51. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Kapil Dev appeared as himselfKapil Dev appeared as himself 11
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52. He was a perfect partner to Wilfred Rhodes. In the 1902 TestHe was a perfect partner to Wilfred Rhodes. In the 1902 Test
match at Birmingham, he and Rhodes bowled out Australia formatch at Birmingham, he and Rhodes bowled out Australia for
36 runs, their lowest total in any Test. Rhodes took 7 for 17 and36 runs, their lowest total in any Test. Rhodes took 7 for 17 and
he took 3 for 15. But he was himself a very capable left armhe took 3 for 15. But he was himself a very capable left arm
medium fast bowler (apart from being a good batsman). In themedium fast bowler (apart from being a good batsman). In the
next match, when the Australians met Yorkshire, they werenext match, when the Australians met Yorkshire, they were
bowled out for 23 (He took 5 for 9 runs). Lord Hawke hadbowled out for 23 (He took 5 for 9 runs). Lord Hawke had
described him as the greatest county cricketer of all time, as hedescribed him as the greatest county cricketer of all time, as he
also scored 36,356 runs in county cricket (apart from 2742also scored 36,356 runs in county cricket (apart from 2742
wickets). Though his success in tests were modest.wickets). Though his success in tests were modest.
Who was this Yorkshire legend?Who was this Yorkshire legend?
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54. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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55. This ‘gentleman’ gave a speech at theThis ‘gentleman’ gave a speech at the
2nd Organisation of the Islamic Conference meeting2nd Organisation of the Islamic Conference meeting
in Lahore in favour of Pakistan's right to pursuein Lahore in favour of Pakistan's right to pursue
nuclear weapons.nuclear weapons.
What resulted due to that speech?What resulted due to that speech?
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56. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Lahore Stadium was renamed Gaddafi StadiumLahore Stadium was renamed Gaddafi Stadium 66
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57. Which current Kolkata Knight Riders squad memberWhich current Kolkata Knight Riders squad member
was a part of the Mumbai Indians team in theirwas a part of the Mumbai Indians team in their
victorious 2011 Champions Leaguevictorious 2011 Champions League
Twenty20 campaign?Twenty20 campaign?
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58. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Suryakumar YadavSuryakumar Yadav 77
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59. This is a term in Cricket which is also used in Rugby.This is a term in Cricket which is also used in Rugby.
Some examples of it are Vic Stollmeyer of West Indies,Some examples of it are Vic Stollmeyer of West Indies,
Stuart Law of Australia, Gobo Ashley of South AfricaStuart Law of Australia, Gobo Ashley of South Africa
etc.etc.
Which term?Which term?
(A specific answer is required)
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60. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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61. It was believed that when one of his sons got selectedIt was believed that when one of his sons got selected
for the national cricket team, he commented, ‘Theyfor the national cricket team, he commented, ‘They
got the wrong …………’.got the wrong …………’.
An enterprising batsman, he never got out in singleAn enterprising batsman, he never got out in single
figures in test matches.figures in test matches.
Who?Who?
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62. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Walter HadleeWalter Hadlee 99
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63. What is this Path in Jubilee Park, Wallendoon Street,What is this Path in Jubilee Park, Wallendoon Street,
Cootamundra, NSW called and why it is so called?Cootamundra, NSW called and why it is so called?
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64. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Captain’s Walk (these are the busts ofCaptain’s Walk (these are the busts of
the Australian Cricket captains)the Australian Cricket captains) 1010
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65. Whose final test innings was a score of 139 runsWhose final test innings was a score of 139 runs
against Pakistan in Karachi in 1969, after which backagainst Pakistan in Karachi in 1969, after which back
in England he got involved in a motor accident andin England he got involved in a motor accident and
lost the sight of his left eye and also damaged his rightlost the sight of his left eye and also damaged his right
eye?eye?
(Hint: He was nicknamed ‘Ollie’ in reference to
Oliver Hardy)
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66. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Colin MilburnColin Milburn 1111
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67. When South Africa made a comeback to internationalWhen South Africa made a comeback to international
Cricket in 1991, the first ODI that they played was inCricket in 1991, the first ODI that they played was in
Kolkata which India won.Kolkata which India won.
Who were the two players who were adjudged theWho were the two players who were adjudged the
Players of the Match?Players of the Match?
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68. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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69. He was nicknamed after this comic strip character onHe was nicknamed after this comic strip character on
the left, as he was as muscular as him. He succeededthe left, as he was as muscular as him. He succeeded
Alan Davidson and preceded Dennis Lillee as theAlan Davidson and preceded Dennis Lillee as the
bowling spearhead, and hence also played a bit withbowling spearhead, and hence also played a bit with
both of them.both of them.
Who?Who?
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71. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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72. In the 1860’s , when an Australian strongest possibleIn the 1860’s , when an Australian strongest possible
aboriginal team of eleven best cricketers was formed,aboriginal team of eleven best cricketers was formed,
Tom Wills, the first significant cricketer of thatTom Wills, the first significant cricketer of that
continent also coached them. However, Tom Wills iscontinent also coached them. However, Tom Wills is
also the pioneer of another famous sport.also the pioneer of another famous sport.
Which sport?Which sport?
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73. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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74. This Bengali cricketer’s first two names were SudangsuThis Bengali cricketer’s first two names were Sudangsu
Abinash. He made an impressive test debut at EdenAbinash. He made an impressive test debut at Eden
Gardens against John Goddard’s West Indies, taking fourGardens against John Goddard’s West Indies, taking four
wickets for 120 runs and one for 61, bowling 51 overs in all,wickets for 120 runs and one for 61, bowling 51 overs in all,
when every other Indian bowlers were mercilesslywhen every other Indian bowlers were mercilessly
thrashed by Weekes and Walcott. He also held a couple ofthrashed by Weekes and Walcott. He also held a couple of
catches to complete an impressive debut and it was rathercatches to complete an impressive debut and it was rather
surprising that he never got another chance at thesurprising that he never got another chance at the
international level. He was never to wear the India capinternational level. He was never to wear the India cap
again.again.
How do we know him better?How do we know him better?
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75. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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76. Born in Westminster, X wrote two successful novels,Born in Westminster, X wrote two successful novels,
The Semi-Detached HouseThe Semi-Detached House (1859) and (1859) and The Semi-The Semi-
Attached CoupleAttached Couple (1860). Both the novels have a comic (1860). Both the novels have a comic
touch that critics have compared with author Janetouch that critics have compared with author Jane
Austen.Austen.
How X (as per some records - her family also) wasHow X (as per some records - her family also) was
associated with two similar establishments situated atassociated with two similar establishments situated at
two cities, at a distance of 11,178 kilometres (and atwo cities, at a distance of 11,178 kilometres (and a
flight time of 15 hours and 40 minutes)?flight time of 15 hours and 40 minutes)?
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78. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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79. The map, with redThe map, with red
stars, mark the placesstars, mark the places
where X has bagged awhere X has bagged a
ton for his country.ton for his country.
Chances of anyChances of any
addition of stars inaddition of stars in
the map are prettythe map are pretty
slim, at present.slim, at present.
On whose bodyOn whose body
would you find thiswould you find this
tattoo?tattoo?
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80. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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81. As per folklore, which one-word cricket-term owesAs per folklore, which one-word cricket-term owes
its origin to these two gentlemen?its origin to these two gentlemen?
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82. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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ChinamanChinaman 1818
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83. Smaaash Master Blaster SchoolSmaaash Master Blaster School
Cricket Championship, whichCricket Championship, which
follows a knock-out format, hadfollows a knock-out format, had
as many as 102 schoolsas many as 102 schools
participating in last year. This kidparticipating in last year. This kid
created huge news when hecreated huge news when he
smashed 118 off just 42 ballssmashed 118 off just 42 balls
for his team Dhirubhai Ambanifor his team Dhirubhai Ambani
International School to take themInternational School to take them
into the semi-finals.into the semi-finals.
Identify himIdentify him..
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84. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Arjun TendulkarArjun Tendulkar 1919
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85. In this elite ‘Top-10 list’, whose name will come atIn this elite ‘Top-10 list’, whose name will come at
the 5the 5thth
place?place?
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86. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Denis ComptonDenis Compton 2020
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87. Which unique feat was recorded in this test match?Which unique feat was recorded in this test match?
In fact, Graeme Smith had a chance to emulate thisIn fact, Graeme Smith had a chance to emulate this
feat 6 years later, but could not do so because of thefeat 6 years later, but could not do so because of the
combined heroics of Hashim Amla and Dale Steyn.combined heroics of Hashim Amla and Dale Steyn.
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88. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Ponting scored centuries in both innings of his his 100Ponting scored centuries in both innings of his his 100thth
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89. Considered to be one of the greatest, X was onceConsidered to be one of the greatest, X was once
refused entry to the Lord’s Pavilion whilerefused entry to the Lord’s Pavilion while
captaining India on their tour of England in 1986.captaining India on their tour of England in 1986.
X quipped that the MCC (Marylebone CricketX quipped that the MCC (Marylebone Cricket
Club) should change its name to MCP (‘maleClub) should change its name to MCP (‘male
chauvinist pigs’).chauvinist pigs’).
Who is X?Who is X?
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90. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Diana EduljiDiana Edulji 2222
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91. WhichWhich
trophy istrophy is
victoriousvictorious
BengalBengal
teamteam
holding?holding?
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92. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Syed Mushtaq Ali TrophySyed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2323
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93. X has a unique record in international cricket. HeX has a unique record in international cricket. He
played in his country’s 100played in his country’s 100thth
test match, captainedtest match, captained
them in their 200them in their 200thth
test and coached them in theirtest and coached them in their
300300thth
test.test.
Who is X?Who is X?
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94. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Javed MiandadJaved Miandad 2424
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95. A six-letter word which reminds you about a violentA six-letter word which reminds you about a violent
armed conflict, is said to be the reason behind this onarmed conflict, is said to be the reason behind this on
field discussion.field discussion.
What is that good word?What is that good word?
(bigger vis – next slide)(bigger vis – next slide)
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96. A quiz by Somnath Chanda
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97. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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ComBatComBat 2525
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98. A quiz by Somnath Chanda
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This ‘national icon’ has quit jobs multiple times toThis ‘national icon’ has quit jobs multiple times to
pursue his passion. After resigning from Sudha Dairy,pursue his passion. After resigning from Sudha Dairy,
he left his job as a teacher in 2004 at Shiksha Mitra.he left his job as a teacher in 2004 at Shiksha Mitra.
Who?Who?

99. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Sudhir Kumar ChoudhurySudhir Kumar Choudhury 2626
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100. Despite being known for other ball games, the firstDespite being known for other ball games, the first
sport the British brought to this nation was cricket.sport the British brought to this nation was cricket.
The ICC Associate Membership status was grantedThe ICC Associate Membership status was granted
wayback in 1974. But this team hasn’t achievewayback in 1974. But this team hasn’t achieve
anything noteworthy, till date.anything noteworthy, till date.
Which national team?Which national team?
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101. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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ArgentinaArgentina 2727
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102. A former first-class cricketer,A former first-class cricketer,
he has played 33 matches forhe has played 33 matches for
Yorkshire and Middlesex, fromYorkshire and Middlesex, from
1994 to 1999. A left-handed top1994 to 1999. A left-handed top
order batsman and occasionalorder batsman and occasional
right-arm bowler, he became aright-arm bowler, he became a
part of an Elite Panel in 2011.part of an Elite Panel in 2011.
Identify him who is winningIdentify him who is winning
the David Sheperd Trophy forthe David Sheperd Trophy for
the last few years.the last few years.
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103. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Richard KettleboroughRichard Kettleborough 2828
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104. Who is the subject of this Amul topical?Who is the subject of this Amul topical?
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105. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Mustafizur RahmanMustafizur Rahman 2929
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106. What name was finally selected for theirWhat name was finally selected for their
cricket team?cricket team?
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107. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
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Malgudi Cricket ClubMalgudi Cricket Club 3030
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