Multiple choice general knowledge sports

In a 1956 Test match against Australia, of the 20 wickets available, English bowler Jim Laker took 19 wickets. How many runs did he concede?

  1. 100

  2. 90

  3. 80

  4. 70
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Jim Laker conceded just 90 runs while taking 19 wickets (10 for 53 in the second innings and 9 for 37 in the first) against Australia at Old Trafford in 1956. This remains one of the most dominant bowling performances in Test history, with an exceptional economy rate given the number of wickets taken.

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