Organised on 10th July, 2016 at Calcutta Medical College

1. Elimination Round

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. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Which cricketer recently became only the 3Which cricketer recently became only the 3rdrd
personperson
from his country to take 300 test wickets?from his country to take 300 test wickets?
(The 1(The 1stst
guy being a spinner and the 2guy being a spinner and the 2ndnd
one a left armone a left arm
seamer)seamer)
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8. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
During his Ranji days in the mid 2000-2010 decade,During his Ranji days in the mid 2000-2010 decade,
when the other players wouldn’t cheer up the team outwhen the other players wouldn’t cheer up the team out
of fatigue, he would use the famous dialogues from aof fatigue, he would use the famous dialogues from a
1975 cult Hindi movie to entertain his team-mates.1975 cult Hindi movie to entertain his team-mates.
Hence, they gave him his famous nickname.Hence, they gave him his famous nickname.
Who? What nickname?Who? What nickname?
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9. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
His given name means ‘happiness’ in Persian. HisHis given name means ‘happiness’ in Persian. His
chiseled features and rugged good looks made him anchiseled features and rugged good looks made him an
obvious successor to Keith Miller and Denis Comptonobvious successor to Keith Miller and Denis Compton
in something.in something.
Who?Who?
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10. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
When the Hon’ble Ivo BlighWhen the Hon’ble Ivo Bligh
reclaimed The Ashes fromreclaimed The Ashes from
Australia, he was one of the keyAustralia, he was one of the key
members of that England side.members of that England side.
Generally, he was thought to beGenerally, he was thought to be
as good as the great WG Grace.as good as the great WG Grace.
When he made his highest TestWhen he made his highest Test
score of 148 runs in 1884, it wasscore of 148 runs in 1884, it was
the first test match hundredthe first test match hundred
scored at Lord’s. Also, a superbscored at Lord’s. Also, a superb
bowler.bowler.
Who?Who?
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11. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Who captained Bengal when they lost to (then)Who captained Bengal when they lost to (then)
Bombay in the final of the 1971/72 Ranji Trophy?Bombay in the final of the 1971/72 Ranji Trophy?
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12. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Which contemporary cricketer from West Indies hasWhich contemporary cricketer from West Indies has
an Australian city as his middle name?an Australian city as his middle name?
(Interestingly, he also shares his surname with another(Interestingly, he also shares his surname with another
West Indian great pacer)West Indian great pacer)
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13. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
This young cricketer, who has the highest number ofThis young cricketer, who has the highest number of
50’s in U-19 World Cup, was coached by his father50’s in U-19 World Cup, was coached by his father
Naushad. As an acknowledgement of his father’sNaushad. As an acknowledgement of his father’s
contributions, he sports the number 97 (“Nau” andcontributions, he sports the number 97 (“Nau” and
“Saath”) on his jersey.“Saath”) on his jersey.
Who?Who?
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14. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
What record connects - Hashim Amla, RickyWhat record connects - Hashim Amla, Ricky
Ponting, Herschelle Gibbs, Sachin Tendulkar andPonting, Herschelle Gibbs, Sachin Tendulkar and
…………..?…………..?
Also, who is the blanked out Cricketer?Also, who is the blanked out Cricketer?
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15. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Famous father-son duo who played for England, goesFamous father-son duo who played for England, goes
by the same name (sr. and jr.).by the same name (sr. and jr.).
Who are they?Who are they?
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16. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Controversially, this batsman who played one of theControversially, this batsman who played one of the
greatest innings in a World Cup Final (and helped hisgreatest innings in a World Cup Final (and helped his
team win) used a squash ball inside his left glove toteam win) used a squash ball inside his left glove to
improve his grip on the bat. Since, there is no lawimprove his grip on the bat. Since, there is no law
against, the opposition’s protest was futile and this isagainst, the opposition’s protest was futile and this is
still a much talked about matter.still a much talked about matter.
Who was the batsman?Who was the batsman?
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17. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
This prolific English batsman was made a selector in 1956.This prolific English batsman was made a selector in 1956.
However, the same year during the Ashes, after England lostHowever, the same year during the Ashes, after England lost
the 2nd Test against Australia at Lord’s, to go one-nil downthe 2nd Test against Australia at Lord’s, to go one-nil down
in the five match series, the 41-year-old was asked by hisin the five match series, the 41-year-old was asked by his
fellow selectors to leave the room.fellow selectors to leave the room.
When he returned, they asked him if he would play in theWhen he returned, they asked him if he would play in the
third test at Headingly. He played and made 98, sharing athird test at Headingly. He played and made 98, sharing a
stand of 187 with Peter May, after England were reduced tostand of 187 with Peter May, after England were reduced to
17 for 3. England won that game. (This is the same series17 for 3. England won that game. (This is the same series
where Jim Laker made history).where Jim Laker made history).
Who are we talking about here?Who are we talking about here?
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18. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
In early 1999, why was a female student of about 21/22In early 1999, why was a female student of about 21/22
years of age from the city of East London created ayears of age from the city of East London created a
storm in the cricketing world?storm in the cricketing world?
(As a result, all rounder Alan Dawson was brought in as an(As a result, all rounder Alan Dawson was brought in as an
immediate replacement.)immediate replacement.)
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19. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
He was probably one of the favorite cricketers of NevilleHe was probably one of the favorite cricketers of Neville
Cardus, as he heaped many praises on him.Cardus, as he heaped many praises on him.
One of the most elegant and stylish and attacking batsmen ofOne of the most elegant and stylish and attacking batsmen of
all time, there was a time when it was said that to be told thatall time, there was a time when it was said that to be told that
you batted like ……………. was the highest praise.you batted like ……………. was the highest praise.
Once, against Yorkshire at Bradford in 1931, he bludgeonedOnce, against Yorkshire at Bradford in 1931, he bludgeoned
188 in 200 minutes against the leading attack of the land, and188 in 200 minutes against the leading attack of the land, and
in the end the authorities left a man on an adjoining footballin the end the authorities left a man on an adjoining football
field to retrieve balls, so many did he deposit there.field to retrieve balls, so many did he deposit there.
He has played under fourteen different captains for England,He has played under fourteen different captains for England,
a record in Test cricket.a record in Test cricket.
Identify him.Identify him.
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20. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
This Zimbabwean Cricketer (a bowling all-rounderThis Zimbabwean Cricketer (a bowling all-rounder
and one of the 15 rebels) is now a commercial pilotand one of the 15 rebels) is now a commercial pilot
and has worked for Qatar Airways among others.and has worked for Qatar Airways among others.
Nicknamed “Chunks” and with a rather friendly nameNicknamed “Chunks” and with a rather friendly name
for a bowler, who are we talking about?for a bowler, who are we talking about?
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21. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
He is the only cricketer to have scored first-classHe is the only cricketer to have scored first-class
triple hundreds in three different decades (1988, 1997triple hundreds in three different decades (1988, 1997
and 2002).and 2002).
When he first made his domestic appearance,When he first made his domestic appearance,
typically the country’s press compared him to Dontypically the country’s press compared him to Don
Bradman.Bradman.
A perennial underachiever in international cricket,A perennial underachiever in international cricket,
who are we talking about?who are we talking about?
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23. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
The top-five in a particular list, in descending orderThe top-five in a particular list, in descending order (from
1 5), is being hinted at., is being hinted at.
Identify the 3Identify the 3rdrd
cricketer in this illustrated list.cricketer in this illustrated list.
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1 2 3
5 4

24. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
This cutie-pie hasThis cutie-pie has
been namedbeen named
‘Blush’ by his‘Blush’ by his
father tofather to
remember whichremember which
embarasing off-embarasing off-
the field incident?the field incident?
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25. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
The following team – G. Gooch (c), G. Boycott, D.The following team – G. Gooch (c), G. Boycott, D.
Amiss, W. Larkins, J. Embury, A. Knott, P. Willey, M.Amiss, W. Larkins, J. Embury, A. Knott, P. Willey, M.
Hendricks, C. Old, J. Lever, L. Taylor and D.Hendricks, C. Old, J. Lever, L. Taylor and D.
Underwood became the frontpage news for a not-so-Underwood became the frontpage news for a not-so-
good reason. After being asked about their moral stance,good reason. After being asked about their moral stance,
they were given a certain nickname which will surelythey were given a certain nickname which will surely
remind about a 1960’s celluloid adaptation of anremind about a 1960’s celluloid adaptation of an
eponymous novel.eponymous novel.
What was that nickname?What was that nickname?
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26. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
At the start of the innings, the D/L Method would haveAt the start of the innings, the D/L Method would have
set the target at 273 off 45 overs. After the finalset the target at 273 off 45 overs. After the final
interruption, the equation could have been 5 runs to getinterruption, the equation could have been 5 runs to get
in the final delivery. But in reality, it didn’t happen thatin the final delivery. But in reality, it didn’t happen that
way.way.
Which match is being talked about?Which match is being talked about?
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27. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Mahatma Gandhi considered X (synonymous with aMahatma Gandhi considered X (synonymous with a
company) ‘one of the few useful things ever invented’.company) ‘one of the few useful things ever invented’.
The company used to sponsor a national women’sThe company used to sponsor a national women’s
cricket team in the 2000s. It was also associated with thecricket team in the 2000s. It was also associated with the
then fastest century in men’s ODI cricket.then fastest century in men’s ODI cricket.
Which company is this?Which company is this?
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28. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
As a 13-year-old, he made his debut in the U-15 teamAs a 13-year-old, he made his debut in the U-15 team
led by present India captain Virat Kohli. He dulyled by present India captain Virat Kohli. He duly
graduated to the U-17 and then the U-19 Delhi team.graduated to the U-17 and then the U-19 Delhi team.
He was also one of the stand-byes with the World CupHe was also one of the stand-byes with the World Cup
winning India U-19 side in 2008. A teamman to thewinning India U-19 side in 2008. A teamman to the
core, he was once sternly told by Delhi Blues’ skippercore, he was once sternly told by Delhi Blues’ skipper
Vivek Razdan to crop his long hair, which he didVivek Razdan to crop his long hair, which he did
without a fuss.without a fuss.
Identify the cricketer who is said to have not been dealtIdentify the cricketer who is said to have not been dealt
well because of reasons other than cricket.well because of reasons other than cricket.
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29. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
After asking for an official apology by Sir Julien Cahn,After asking for an official apology by Sir Julien Cahn,
an astute businessman, philanthropist and cricketan astute businessman, philanthropist and cricket
enthusiast of his time, he replied – “I’m an Englishman.enthusiast of his time, he replied – “I’m an Englishman.
I will never apologise.” After that episode of his eventfulI will never apologise.” After that episode of his eventful
life, he became an exile, running a Blackpool sweet shoplife, he became an exile, running a Blackpool sweet shop
before relocating to Sydney.before relocating to Sydney.
Why was he asked for ‘apology’?Why was he asked for ‘apology’?
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30. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
55thth
Feb, 1872….firstFeb, 1872….first
international rugbyinternational rugby
union match betweenunion match between
England vs ScotlandEngland vs Scotland
….identify the venue….identify the venue
from the most iconicfrom the most iconic
structure associated withstructure associated with
this ground, which wasthis ground, which was
the world’s largest of it’sthe world’s largest of it’s
type at the time of it’stype at the time of it’s
construction in 1847.construction in 1847.
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31. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
This is the career synopsis ofThis is the career synopsis of
which former Yorkshirewhich former Yorkshire
cricketer?cricketer?
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32. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
The first Indian wicket taken by this Hindu cricketerThe first Indian wicket taken by this Hindu cricketer
with the middle names Prabha Shanker was that of awith the middle names Prabha Shanker was that of a
muslim batsman.muslim batsman.
Identify both these Hindu-Muslim ‘neighbours’.Identify both these Hindu-Muslim ‘neighbours’.
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33. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Aldwyn Roberts, considered to beAldwyn Roberts, considered to be
the ‘Grand Master’ of his chosenthe ‘Grand Master’ of his chosen
field, was spotted by Johnny Khanfield, was spotted by Johnny Khan
during the mid-1940s. He wasduring the mid-1940s. He was
invited to perform in JK’s Victoryinvited to perform in JK’s Victory
Tent, where Roberts met a personTent, where Roberts met a person
popularly known as Growling Tiger.popularly known as Growling Tiger.
He decided to give Roberts a newHe decided to give Roberts a new
identity and as the saying goes - theidentity and as the saying goes - the
rest is history.rest is history.
What is he doing in today’s quiz?What is he doing in today’s quiz?
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34. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
On 1On 1stst
April, 2016, it was announced that two similarApril, 2016, it was announced that two similar
entities in an ICC-affiliated European nation areentities in an ICC-affiliated European nation are
planning to launch professional cricket teams ‘in theplanning to launch professional cricket teams ‘in the
near future’, and will face-off in matches termednear future’, and will face-off in matches termed
CricketosCricketos. Australian Paul Yaleg, one of the coaches. Australian Paul Yaleg, one of the coaches
associated with a team even said,associated with a team even said, “These guys are all“These guys are all
natural sportsmen and they’ve taken to it like ducks tonatural sportsmen and they’ve taken to it like ducks to
water”.water”.
Which two great rivals are being subjected to this AprilWhich two great rivals are being subjected to this April
Fool’s prank?Fool’s prank?
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35. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
There are 2 sets of teams to face each other at the finalThere are 2 sets of teams to face each other at the final
matches of ICC World Cup, ICC Champions Trophymatches of ICC World Cup, ICC Champions Trophy
and ICC World T20. One of the pairs are – India and SLand ICC World T20. One of the pairs are – India and SL
(2011 World Cup; 2002 CT & 2014 World T20).(2011 World Cup; 2002 CT & 2014 World T20).
Which 2 teams make the other pair?Which 2 teams make the other pair?
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36. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
During his U-19 years, this highly talented cricketerDuring his U-19 years, this highly talented cricketer
played alongside Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujaraplayed alongside Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara
and Ravindra Jadeja. Despite not making it as big asand Ravindra Jadeja. Despite not making it as big as
some of his contemporaries, this soft-spokensome of his contemporaries, this soft-spoken
Railways-man has now left behind all of them andRailways-man has now left behind all of them and
made his entry into the record books and quiz books.made his entry into the record books and quiz books.
Who/Why?Who/Why?
(vis – next slide)(vis – next slide)
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38. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the ICCMatch between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the ICC
U-19 World Cup, 2016…..what happened just 3 ballsU-19 World Cup, 2016…..what happened just 3 balls
later in that same over?later in that same over?
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41. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Which cricketer recently became only the 3Which cricketer recently became only the 3rdrd
personperson
from his country to take 300 test wickets?from his country to take 300 test wickets?
(The 1(The 1stst
guy being a spinner and the 2guy being a spinner and the 2ndnd
one a left armone a left arm
seamer)seamer)
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42. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Rangana HerathRangana Herath
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43. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
During his Ranji days in the mid 2000-2010 decade,During his Ranji days in the mid 2000-2010 decade,
when the other players wouldn’t cheer up the team outwhen the other players wouldn’t cheer up the team out
of fatigue, he would use the famous dialogues from aof fatigue, he would use the famous dialogues from a
1975 cult Hindi movie to entertain his team-mates.1975 cult Hindi movie to entertain his team-mates.
Hence, they gave him his famous nickname.Hence, they gave him his famous nickname.
Who? What nickname?Who? What nickname?
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44. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Shikhar Dhawan & GabbarShikhar Dhawan & Gabbar
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45. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
His given name means ‘happiness’ in Persian. HisHis given name means ‘happiness’ in Persian. His
chiseled features and rugged good looks made him anchiseled features and rugged good looks made him an
obvious successor to Keith Miller and Denis Comptonobvious successor to Keith Miller and Denis Compton
in something.in something.
Who?Who?
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46. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Farokh EngineerFarokh Engineer
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When the Hon’ble Ivo BlighWhen the Hon’ble Ivo Bligh
reclaimed The Ashes fromreclaimed The Ashes from
Australia, he was one of the keyAustralia, he was one of the key
members of that England side.members of that England side.
Generally, he was thought to beGenerally, he was thought to be
as good as the great WG Grace.as good as the great WG Grace.
When he made his highest TestWhen he made his highest Test
score of 148 runs in 1884, it wasscore of 148 runs in 1884, it was
the first test match hundredthe first test match hundred
scored at Lord’s. Also, a superbscored at Lord’s. Also, a superb
bowler.bowler.
Who?Who?
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48. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Alan (AG) SteelAlan (AG) Steel
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Who captained Bengal when they lost to (then)Who captained Bengal when they lost to (then)
Bombay in the final of the 1971/72 Ranji Trophy?Bombay in the final of the 1971/72 Ranji Trophy?
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50. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Chuni GoswamiChuni Goswami
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51. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Which contemporary cricketer from West Indies hasWhich contemporary cricketer from West Indies has
an Australian city as his middle name?an Australian city as his middle name?
(Interestingly, he also shares his surname with another(Interestingly, he also shares his surname with another
West Indian great pacer)West Indian great pacer)
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52. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
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Xavier Melbourne MarshallXavier Melbourne Marshall
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53. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
This young cricketer, who has the highest number ofThis young cricketer, who has the highest number of
50’s in U-19 World Cup, was coached by his father50’s in U-19 World Cup, was coached by his father
Naushad. As an acknowledgement of his father’sNaushad. As an acknowledgement of his father’s
contributions, he sports the number 97 (“Nau” andcontributions, he sports the number 97 (“Nau” and
“Saath”) on his jersey.“Saath”) on his jersey.
Who?Who?
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54. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Sarfaraz KhanSarfaraz Khan
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55. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
What record connects - Hashim Amla, RickyWhat record connects - Hashim Amla, Ricky
Ponting, Herschelle Gibbs, Sachin Tendulkar andPonting, Herschelle Gibbs, Sachin Tendulkar and
…………..?…………..?
Also, who is the blanked out Cricketer?Also, who is the blanked out Cricketer?
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56. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Virat Kohli & ODI hundredsVirat Kohli & ODI hundreds
against all test playing nationsagainst all test playing nations
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57. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Famous father-son duo who played for England, goesFamous father-son duo who played for England, goes
by the same name (sr. and jr.).by the same name (sr. and jr.).
Who are they?Who are they?
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58. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Jim ParksJim Parks
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59. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Controversially, this batsman who played one of theControversially, this batsman who played one of the
greatest innings in a World Cup Final (and helped hisgreatest innings in a World Cup Final (and helped his
team win) used a squash ball inside his left glove toteam win) used a squash ball inside his left glove to
improve his grip on the bat. Since, there is no lawimprove his grip on the bat. Since, there is no law
against, the opposition’s protest was futile and this isagainst, the opposition’s protest was futile and this is
still a much talked about matter.still a much talked about matter.
Who was the batsman?Who was the batsman?
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60. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Adam GilchristAdam Gilchrist
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61. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
This prolific English batsman was made a selector in 1956.This prolific English batsman was made a selector in 1956.
However, the same year during the Ashes, after England lostHowever, the same year during the Ashes, after England lost
the 2nd Test against Australia at Lord’s, to go one-nil downthe 2nd Test against Australia at Lord’s, to go one-nil down
in the five match series, the 41-year-old was asked by hisin the five match series, the 41-year-old was asked by his
fellow selectors to leave the room.fellow selectors to leave the room.
When he returned, they asked him if he would play in theWhen he returned, they asked him if he would play in the
third test at Headingly. He played and made 98, sharing athird test at Headingly. He played and made 98, sharing a
stand of 187 with Peter May, after England were reduced tostand of 187 with Peter May, after England were reduced to
17 for 3. England won that game. (This is the same series17 for 3. England won that game. (This is the same series
where Jim Laker made history).where Jim Laker made history).
Who are we talking about here?Who are we talking about here?
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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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Cyril WashbrookCyril Washbrook
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63. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
In early 1999, why was a female student of about 21/22In early 1999, why was a female student of about 21/22
years of age from the city of East London created ayears of age from the city of East London created a
storm in the cricketing world?storm in the cricketing world?
(As a result, all rounder Alan Dawson was brought in as an(As a result, all rounder Alan Dawson was brought in as an
immediate replacement.)immediate replacement.)
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64. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Makhaya Ntini rape chargeMakhaya Ntini rape charge
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He was probably one of the favorite cricketers of NevilleHe was probably one of the favorite cricketers of Neville
Cardus, as he heaped many praises on him.Cardus, as he heaped many praises on him.
One of the most elegant and stylish and attacking batsmen ofOne of the most elegant and stylish and attacking batsmen of
all time, there was a time when it was said that to be told thatall time, there was a time when it was said that to be told that
you batted like ……………. was the highest praise.you batted like ……………. was the highest praise.
Once, against Yorkshire at Bradford in 1931, he bludgeonedOnce, against Yorkshire at Bradford in 1931, he bludgeoned
188 in 200 minutes against the leading attack of the land, and188 in 200 minutes against the leading attack of the land, and
in the end the authorities left a man on an adjoining footballin the end the authorities left a man on an adjoining football
field to retrieve balls, so many did he deposit there.field to retrieve balls, so many did he deposit there.
He has played under fourteen different captains for England,He has played under fourteen different captains for England,
a record in Test cricket.a record in Test cricket.
Identify him.Identify him.
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66. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Frank WoolleyFrank Woolley
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67. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
This Zimbabwean Cricketer (a bowling all-rounderThis Zimbabwean Cricketer (a bowling all-rounder
and one of the 15 rebels) is now a commercial pilotand one of the 15 rebels) is now a commercial pilot
and has worked for Qatar Airways among others.and has worked for Qatar Airways among others.
Nicknamed “Chunks” and with a rather friendly nameNicknamed “Chunks” and with a rather friendly name
for a bowler, who are we talking about?for a bowler, who are we talking about?
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68. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Travis FriendTravis Friend
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69. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
He is the only cricketer to have scored first-classHe is the only cricketer to have scored first-class
triple hundreds in three different decades (1988, 1997triple hundreds in three different decades (1988, 1997
and 2002).and 2002).
When he first made his domestic appearance,When he first made his domestic appearance,
typically the country’s press compared him to Dontypically the country’s press compared him to Don
Bradman.Bradman.
A perennial underachiever in international cricket,A perennial underachiever in international cricket,
who are we talking about?who are we talking about?
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70. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Graeme HickGraeme Hick
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71. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
The top-five in a particular list, in descending orderThe top-five in a particular list, in descending order (from
1 5), is being hinted at., is being hinted at.
Identify the 3Identify the 3rdrd
cricketer in this illustrated list.cricketer in this illustrated list.
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72. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Belinda ClarkBelinda Clark
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73. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
This cutie-pie hasThis cutie-pie has
been namedbeen named
‘Blush’ by his‘Blush’ by his
father tofather to
remember whichremember which
embarasing off-embarasing off-
the field incident?the field incident?
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74. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Chris Gayle-Mel MaclaughlinChris Gayle-Mel Maclaughlin
incidentincident
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75. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
The following team – G. Gooch (c), G. Boycott, D.The following team – G. Gooch (c), G. Boycott, D.
Amiss, W. Larkins, J. Embury, A. Knott, P. Willey, M.Amiss, W. Larkins, J. Embury, A. Knott, P. Willey, M.
Hendricks, C. Old, J. Lever, L. Taylor and D.Hendricks, C. Old, J. Lever, L. Taylor and D.
Underwood became the frontpage news for a not-so-Underwood became the frontpage news for a not-so-
good reason. After being asked about their moral stance,good reason. After being asked about their moral stance,
they were given a certain nickname which will surelythey were given a certain nickname which will surely
remind about a 1960’s celluloid adaptation of anremind about a 1960’s celluloid adaptation of an
eponymous novel.eponymous novel.
What was that nickname?What was that nickname?
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76. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
The Dirty DozenThe Dirty Dozen
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77. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
At the start of the innings, the D/L Method would haveAt the start of the innings, the D/L Method would have
set the target at 273 off 45 overs. After the finalset the target at 273 off 45 overs. After the final
interruption, the equation could have been 5 runs to getinterruption, the equation could have been 5 runs to get
in the final delivery. But in reality, it didn’t happen thatin the final delivery. But in reality, it didn’t happen that
way.way.
Which match is being talked about?Which match is being talked about?
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78. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
1992 WC SF match between1992 WC SF match between
SA & EnglandSA & England
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79. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Mahatma Gandhi considered X (synonymous with aMahatma Gandhi considered X (synonymous with a
company) ‘one of the few useful things ever invented’.company) ‘one of the few useful things ever invented’.
The company used to sponsor a national women’sThe company used to sponsor a national women’s
cricket team in the 2000s. It was also associated with thecricket team in the 2000s. It was also associated with the
then fastest century in men’s ODI cricket.then fastest century in men’s ODI cricket.
Which company is this?Which company is this?
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80. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
SingerSinger
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81. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
As a 13-year-old, he made his debut in the U-15 teamAs a 13-year-old, he made his debut in the U-15 team
led by present India captain Virat Kohli. He dulyled by present India captain Virat Kohli. He duly
graduated to the U-17 and then the U-19 Delhi team.graduated to the U-17 and then the U-19 Delhi team.
He was also one of the stand-byes with the World CupHe was also one of the stand-byes with the World Cup
winning India U-19 side in 2008. A teamman to thewinning India U-19 side in 2008. A teamman to the
core, he was once sternly told by Delhi Blues’ skippercore, he was once sternly told by Delhi Blues’ skipper
Vivek Razdan to crop his long hair, which he didVivek Razdan to crop his long hair, which he did
without a fuss.without a fuss.
Identify the cricketer who is said to have not been dealtIdentify the cricketer who is said to have not been dealt
well because of reasons other than cricket.well because of reasons other than cricket.
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82. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Tejaswi YadavTejaswi Yadav
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83. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
After asking for an official apology by Sir Julien Cahn,After asking for an official apology by Sir Julien Cahn,
an astute businessman, philanthropist and cricketan astute businessman, philanthropist and cricket
enthusiast of his time, he replied – “I’m an Englishman.enthusiast of his time, he replied – “I’m an Englishman.
I will never apologise.” After that episode of his eventfulI will never apologise.” After that episode of his eventful
life, he became an exile, running a Blackpool sweet shoplife, he became an exile, running a Blackpool sweet shop
before relocating to Sydney.before relocating to Sydney.
Why was he asked for ‘apology’?Why was he asked for ‘apology’?
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84. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Harold Larwood’s Bodyline exploitsHarold Larwood’s Bodyline exploits
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85. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
55thth
Feb, 1872….firstFeb, 1872….first
international rugbyinternational rugby
union match betweenunion match between
England vs ScotlandEngland vs Scotland
….identify the venue….identify the venue
from the most iconicfrom the most iconic
structure associated withstructure associated with
this ground, which wasthis ground, which was
the world’s largest of it’sthe world’s largest of it’s
type at the time of it’stype at the time of it’s
construction in 1847.construction in 1847.
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86. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
The Oval, KenningtonThe Oval, Kennington
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87. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
This is the career synopsis ofThis is the career synopsis of
which former Yorkshirewhich former Yorkshire
cricketer?cricketer?
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88. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Richard KettleboroughRichard Kettleborough
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89. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
The first Indian wicket taken by this Hindu cricketerThe first Indian wicket taken by this Hindu cricketer
with the middle names Prabha Shanker was that of awith the middle names Prabha Shanker was that of a
muslim batsman.muslim batsman.
Identify both these Hindu-Muslim ‘neighbours’.Identify both these Hindu-Muslim ‘neighbours’.
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90. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Danish Kaneria & Irfan PathanDanish Kaneria & Irfan Pathan
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91. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Aldwyn Roberts, considered to beAldwyn Roberts, considered to be
the ‘Grand Master’ of his chosenthe ‘Grand Master’ of his chosen
field, was spotted by Johnny Khanfield, was spotted by Johnny Khan
during the mid-1940s. He wasduring the mid-1940s. He was
invited to perform in JK’s Victoryinvited to perform in JK’s Victory
Tent, where Roberts met a personTent, where Roberts met a person
popularly known as Growling Tiger.popularly known as Growling Tiger.
He decided to give Roberts a newHe decided to give Roberts a new
identity and as the saying goes - theidentity and as the saying goes - the
rest is history.rest is history.
What is he doing in today’s quiz?What is he doing in today’s quiz?
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92. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Lord KitchenerLord Kitchener
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93. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
On 1On 1stst
April, 2016, it was announced that two similarApril, 2016, it was announced that two similar
entities in an ICC-affiliated European nation areentities in an ICC-affiliated European nation are
planning to launch professional cricket teams ‘in theplanning to launch professional cricket teams ‘in the
near future’, and will face-off in matches termednear future’, and will face-off in matches termed
CricketosCricketos. Australian Paul Yaleg, one of the coaches. Australian Paul Yaleg, one of the coaches
associated with a team even said,associated with a team even said, “These guys are all“These guys are all
natural sportsmen and they’ve taken to it like ducks tonatural sportsmen and they’ve taken to it like ducks to
water”.water”.
Which two great rivals are being subjected to this AprilWhich two great rivals are being subjected to this April
Fool’s prank?Fool’s prank?
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94. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Real Madrid – Barcelona FCReal Madrid – Barcelona FC
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95. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
There are 2 sets of teams to face each other at the finalThere are 2 sets of teams to face each other at the final
matches of ICC World Cup, ICC Champions Trophymatches of ICC World Cup, ICC Champions Trophy
and ICC World T20. One of the pairs are – India and SLand ICC World T20. One of the pairs are – India and SL
(2011 World Cup; 2002 CT & 2014 World T20).(2011 World Cup; 2002 CT & 2014 World T20).
Which 2 teams make the other pair?Which 2 teams make the other pair?
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96. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
England & West IndiesEngland & West Indies
(1979 WC; 2004 CT & 2016 WT20)(1979 WC; 2004 CT & 2016 WT20)
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97. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
During his U-19 years, this highly talented cricketerDuring his U-19 years, this highly talented cricketer
played alongside Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujaraplayed alongside Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara
and Ravindra Jadeja. Despite not making it as big asand Ravindra Jadeja. Despite not making it as big as
some of his contemporaries, this soft-spokensome of his contemporaries, this soft-spoken
Railways-man has now left behind all of them andRailways-man has now left behind all of them and
made his entry into the record books and quiz books.made his entry into the record books and quiz books.
Who/Why?Who/Why?
(vis – next slide)(vis – next slide)
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99. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Arindam Ghosh – first Indian toArindam Ghosh – first Indian to
score a century in Pink Ballscore a century in Pink Ball
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100. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the ICCMatch between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the ICC
U-19 World Cup, 2016…..what happened just 3 ballsU-19 World Cup, 2016…..what happened just 3 balls
later in that same over?later in that same over?
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101. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Left-handed bowler Kamindu MendisLeft-handed bowler Kamindu Mendis
started to bowl right-handed in the samestarted to bowl right-handed in the same
overover
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104. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
What is her recentWhat is her recent
claim to fame?claim to fame?
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105. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Harmanpreet Kaur – firstHarmanpreet Kaur – first
Indian in Big Bash LeagueIndian in Big Bash League
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106. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Who has been paid tribute by this triple-headedWho has been paid tribute by this triple-headed
memorial?memorial?
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107. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Three WsThree Ws
(Weekes, Walcott & Worell)(Weekes, Walcott & Worell)
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108. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
This Haridwar-born cricketer moved around from city toThis Haridwar-born cricketer moved around from city to
city in his early teens to make a name for himself. Hecity in his early teens to make a name for himself. He
moved from Roorkee-Delhi-Rajasthan-Delhi, switchedmoved from Roorkee-Delhi-Rajasthan-Delhi, switched
schools, moved bases in the hunt for a coach and wasschools, moved bases in the hunt for a coach and was
even thrown out of an academy once. A few years downeven thrown out of an academy once. A few years down
the road, in the U-19 World Cup in Bangladesh, hethe road, in the U-19 World Cup in Bangladesh, he
smashed a record-breaking fifty vs Nepal and followed itsmashed a record-breaking fifty vs Nepal and followed it
up with a ton against Namibia. Incidentally, his centuryup with a ton against Namibia. Incidentally, his century
came on the same day when he was bought by an IPLcame on the same day when he was bought by an IPL
franchise.franchise.
Who? Who?
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109. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Rishabh PantRishabh Pant
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110. Q. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0
Which former Sri Lankan captain and batsman isWhich former Sri Lankan captain and batsman is
currently the coach of the Oman national cricketcurrently the coach of the Oman national cricket
team?team?
(He has the distinction of leading his country to its first test(He has the distinction of leading his country to its first test
series victory against India in 1985)series victory against India in 1985)
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111. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SRDQ. Set by SRDReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Duleep MendisDuleep Mendis
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112. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Considering the relationships, maintained in each of theConsidering the relationships, maintained in each of the
following cases either totally or partially, try to guess thefollowing cases either totally or partially, try to guess the
cricketer who is missing in this list.cricketer who is missing in this list.
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113. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Neil HarveyNeil Harvey
(Cricketers named after former cricketers)(Cricketers named after former cricketers)
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114. Q. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0
Identify both the protagonists of the ongoing debateIdentify both the protagonists of the ongoing debate
about the tag of ‘greatest’.about the tag of ‘greatest’.
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115. India’s victory over Pakistan inIndia’s victory over Pakistan in
cricket World Cupscricket World Cups
Q. Set by SomnathQ. Set by SomnathReverse Swing 2.0Reverse Swing 2.0 SRD-Somnath ProductionsSRD-Somnath ProductionsI I
Sachin Tendulkar – Virat KohliSachin Tendulkar – Virat Kohli
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