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What is a 'king-pair'?

  1. when a batsman is out first ball for a duck in 2 inning and 100 in 1st inning of a match

  2. when a batsman is out first ball for a duck in 1 inning and 100 in 2nd inning of a match

  3. when a batsman is out on first ball for a duck in each inning of a match

  4. when a batsman scores 100 in both innings of a match
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Explanation

A 'king-pair' occurs when a batsman is dismissed on the very first ball (a golden duck) in both innings of a match. It's a rare and embarrassing feat, as 'pair' refers to two ducks, and 'king' refers to getting out on the first ball.

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