IPL and Cricket Quiz

The statement is true - Gautam Gambhir was indeed the first Indian and only the fourth cricketer in world history to score centuries in five consecutive Test matches. This is a rare batting achievement in Test cricket history.

Sachin Tendulkar scored his 4th consecutive century during this innings at Eden Gardens against South Africa. The 'on the trot' phrase indicates this was part of a sequence of centuries in successive matches.

Alviro Petersen became the third South African to score a century on Test debut, following Andrew Hudson and Jacques Rudolph. This is a notable achievement in Test cricket history.

Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural IPL season in 2008, captained by Shane Warne in a remarkable underdog story. They defeated Chennai Super Kings in the final. Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) and Mumbai Indians were strong contenders but didn't win until later seasons - Mumbai Indians won 5 times, but not in 2008.

Deccan Chargers (now defunct, replaced by Sunrisers Hyderabad) won IPL 2009 under captain Gilchrist, turning around their last-place finish in 2008. The tournament was held in South Africa. Bangalore Royal Challengers were runners-up, while Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings would win in later seasons.

IPL 1 (2008) was won by Rajasthan Royals, who defeated Chennai Super Kings in the final. Therefore, Chennai Super Kings was the runner-up team in the inaugural IPL season.

IPL 2 (2009) was won by Deccan Chargers, who defeated Bangalore Royal Challengers (now RCB) in the final. Bangalore Royal Challengers finished as the runner-up team.

Shane Watson was the Man of the Series in IPL 1 (2008) for his exceptional all-round performance with both bat and ball. He played crucial roles for Rajasthan Royals throughout the tournament.

Kieron Pollard was signed by Mumbai Indians for IPL 3 (2010) season. He became a key player for the franchise and was known for his hard-hitting batting and death-over bowling.

MS Dhoni was the captain of Chennai Super Kings since the inception of IPL in 2008. Under his leadership, CSK became one of the most successful franchises in IPL history. Note: This question reflects the early IPL era.

Kumar Sangakkara replaced Yuvraj Singh as the captain of Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) for IPL 3 (2010). Sangakkara led the team after Yuvraj stepped down from captaincy.

Katrina Kaif was indeed the brand ambassador for Royal Challengers Bangalore during the early seasons of IPL. This celebrity endorsement was part of RCB's marketing strategy to build brand awareness in the inaugural seasons.

Since 2014, IPL rules allow a maximum of 4 overseas players in the playing XI for any team. Earlier seasons had different limits (initially 4, then briefly 11, then 4, then 10 before settling at 4). The current rule balances international talent with Indian player development.