Multiple choice general knowledge

What did Graham Yallop do as a batsman for the first time in the history of cricket to do so at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados in 1977-78?

  1. Was the first to conform to the laws of cricket

  2. Was the first to wear Helmet

  3. Was the first to play on international Ground

  4. Was the first to play on natural turf
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Explanation

Graham Yallop, an Australian batsman, became the first cricketer to wear a helmet in international cricket during the 1977-78 series against the West Indies at Kensington Oval, Barbados. This innovation was a response to increasing bouncer attacks and marked a significant safety development in the sport. Helmets are now standard equipment in modern cricket.

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