Multiple choice general knowledge

In what year was the first international cricket match held?

  1. 1892 between England and India

  2. 1869 between England and Australia

  3. 1883 between Australia and Wales

  4. 1844 between Canada and the USA
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The first international cricket match was indeed played in 1844 between Canada and the USA, making it the oldest international sporting event. This match predated the first Test match (England vs Australia in 1877) by over 30 years. The other options are incorrect as they list much later dates and incorrect team combinations.

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