2000s Cricket Trivia: IPL & World Cup

In the 2007 ICC World Twenty20, both Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka) and Shaun Tait (Australia) took 23 wickets each, finishing as joint leading wicket-takers. Lee and McGrath did not reach this milestone in that tournament.

Adam Gilchrist made 17 dismissals as wicketkeeper in the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 tournament. This was the highest by any wicketkeeper in that tournament. The other options (15, 18, 19) are incorrect.

In the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 Group C, South Africa and Australia were joined by Netherlands and Scotland. The group consisted of these four teams, with Scotland and Netherlands being the other two besides SA and AUS. Ireland and Bermuda were in different groups.

During the 2007 ICC World Twenty20, there were 16 instances where teams scored totals exceeding 300 runs. This tournament featured several high-scoring matches, with 16 being the documented count of such totals.

The 2007 ICC World Twenty20 final between Pakistan and India featured 74 total overs (37 overs each in a rain-reduced match). The match was shortened from the standard 40 overs due to weather interruptions.

Sachin Tendulkar has taken 154 ODI wickets in his international career (1990-2012). While primarily a batsman, he was a useful part-time bowler who could bowl both spin and medium pace. His bowling contributed to many team victories.

Sachin Tendulkar represented Yorkshire County Cricket Club in 1992. He was the first overseas player to play for Yorkshire, which traditionally had a policy of only employing English players. This was a significant moment in cricket history.

Sachin Tendulkar scored his first ODI century after 79 matches, against Australia in Colombo in 1994. This was a long wait for the maestro who would eventually score 49 ODI centuries. His debut century came in his 79th innings.

Katrina Kaif was the brand ambassador for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in early IPL seasons. She represented the franchise owned by Vijay Mallya, appearing in promotional campaigns.

Choreographer Farah Khan was associated with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as brand ambassador. KKR was co-owned by her close friend Shah Rukh Khan, making this a natural association.

Punjabi singer Daler Mehendi was associated with Kings XI Punjab as brand ambassador in early IPL seasons. Given his Punjabi background and popularity in Punjab, this was a natural partnership.

Tamil actress Nayantara was the brand ambassador for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in early IPL seasons. As a popular star in Tamil cinema, representing the Chennai-based franchise was a natural fit.

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar was the brand ambassador for Delhi Daredevils in early IPL seasons. Though born in Delhi, his connection to the city made this partnership appropriate.

Actress Shilpa Shetty and her husband Raj Kundra were co-owners of Rajasthan Royals in early IPL seasons. They acquired ownership stake in the franchise after its inaugural IPL win in 2008.

Kareena Kapoor was the brand ambassador for Mumbai Indians in the early seasons of IPL. She represented the franchise in promotional campaigns.

Hansika Motwani was the brand ambassador for Deccan Chargers (now Sunrisers Hyderabad). She represented the Hyderabad franchise during her early acting career.

Ray Jennings was the head coach of Royal Challengers Bangalore. He coached the franchise in the early IPL seasons, known for his aggressive coaching style.

John Buchanan was the innovative head coach of Kolkata Knight Riders. He brought the 'multiple captain' theory and modern coaching methods to the franchise.

Tom Moody was the head coach of Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings). He brought his Australian coaching expertise to the franchise.