Multiple choice

Who are known as Proteas in cricket?

  1. Australians

  2. West Indies

  3. Zimbabweans

  4. South Africans
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Explanation

The South African national cricket team is nicknamed the Proteas, named after South Africa's national flower, the King Protea. This naming convention follows the tradition of national cricket teams having distinctive nicknames. Australians are called the 'Baggy Greens,' West Indies are the 'Windies,' and Zimbabweans are the 'Chevrons' (not listed among options).

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