General Awareness

Cricket History and Facts

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Sports and Cricket History questions test your knowledge of players, major tournaments, and historical sports records. This includes cricket milestones, hockey league facts, and archery scores. Regular practice ensures better scores in the general awareness section of exams.

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Cricket History and Facts Questions

Multiple choice

With how many balls remaining did Punjab Kings win the match?

  1. 0

  2. 1

  3. 2

  4. 3
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Punjab Kings completed a thrilling chase with just 1 ball to spare, showcasing their resilience and determination.

Multiple choice

Which company currently holds the media rights for the Indian Premier League (IPL)?

  1. Star India

  2. Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN)

  3. Viacom18

  4. Disney+ Hotstar
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Viacom18 acquired the media rights for the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the period 2023-2027 in a record-breaking deal.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sports broadcasting network owned by Star India?

  1. Star Sports

  2. ESPN

  3. Sony Six

  4. Neo Sports
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Star Sports is the sports broadcasting network owned by Star India, which is a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sports broadcasting company founded by former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar?

  1. 100MB

  2. Sports18

  3. Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN)

  4. Star India
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

100MB is a sports broadcasting company founded by former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sports broadcasting channel owned by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)?

  1. Star Sports

  2. Sony Six

  3. DD Sports

  4. BCCI TV
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

BCCI TV is the sports broadcasting channel owned by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sports broadcasting company founded by former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly?

  1. Sports18

  2. Star India

  3. Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN)

  4. 100MB
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Sports18 is a sports broadcasting company founded by former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sports broadcasting channel owned by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA)?

  1. Star Sports

  2. Sony Six

  3. DD Sports

  4. IOA TV
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

IOA TV is the sports broadcasting channel owned by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sports broadcasting company founded by former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman?

  1. Star India

  2. Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN)

  3. Sports18

  4. 100MB
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

100MB is a sports broadcasting company founded by former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman.

Multiple choice

What is the most common type of pitch used in senior softball?

  1. Fastpitch

  2. Slowpitch

  3. Windmill

  4. Knuckleball
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Slowpitch is the most common type of pitch used in senior softball, as it is easier to control and hit for players of all skill levels.

Multiple choice

What is the maximum number of innings played in a senior softball game?

  1. 5

  2. 7

  3. 9

  4. 11
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The maximum number of innings played in a senior softball game is typically 7, although this can vary depending on the league or organization.

Multiple choice

Which esports organization is known for its successful teams in League of Legends and Valorant?

  1. Cloud9

  2. Team SoloMid

  3. 100 Thieves

  4. Sentinels
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Sentinels is an esports organization that has achieved notable success in League of Legends and Valorant.

Multiple choice

Which esports team won the most Rainbow Six Siege Majors in 2021?

  1. Team BDS

  2. Spacestation Gaming

  3. Natus Vincere

  4. Team Liquid
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Team BDS won the most Rainbow Six Siege Majors in 2021, securing victories at the Six Invitational 2021, Six Major Mexico 2021, and Six Major Sweden 2021.

Multiple choice

Which esports organization is known for its successful teams in Apex Legends and Rocket League?

  1. NRG Esports

  2. Cloud9

  3. Team SoloMid

  4. Sentinels
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

NRG Esports is an esports organization that has achieved notable success in Apex Legends and Rocket League.

Multiple choice

Which esports team won the first-ever Valorant Champions Tour Grand Finals in 2021?

  1. Acend

  2. Gambit Esports

  3. Team Liquid

  4. Sentinels
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Acend is the esports team that won the inaugural Valorant Champions Tour Grand Finals in 2021.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sports website that was founded by Boria Majumdar in 2008?

  1. Cricinfo

  2. ESPNcricinfo

  3. Sportskeeda

  4. Firstpost
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Sportskeeda is a sports website that was founded by Boria Majumdar in 2008. It is one of the most popular sports websites in India and covers a wide range of sports, including cricket, football, tennis, and badminton.