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Multiple choice general knowledge sports

INDIAN CRICKET TEAM IS KNOWN AS MEN IN BLUE

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian cricket team is popularly known as 'Men in Blue' due to their distinctive blue jersey worn in limited-overs cricket (ODIs and T20s). The nickname was popularized by commentators and fans, especially during India's successful campaigns including the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup. The blue color has been India's ODI kit color since the 1980s.

Multiple choice general knowledge sports

'Applying Thought'

  1. Wipro

  2. Cognizant

  3. Infosys

  4. Polaris
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Explanation

Wipro, the Indian IT services company, uses 'Applying Thought' as its corporate tagline to emphasize intellectual rigor and innovative problem-solving in technology solutions. The slogan reflects Wipro's approach to applying strategic thinking to client challenges. Infosys uses 'Powered by Intellect, Driven by Values', Cognizant uses different positioning, and Polaris has its own brand messaging.

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The White Lightning

  1. Jason Gillespie

  2. Imran Khan

  3. Allan Donald

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

Allan Donald, the legendary South African fast bowler, was nicknamed 'White Lightning' for his blistering pace. Gillespie is Australian, Imran Khan is Pakistani, and Hoggard is English.

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Catfish

  1. James Hopes

  2. Ashley Giles

  3. Justin Langer

  4. Daniel Vettori
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Explanation

James Hopes, the Australian all-rounder, is nicknamed 'Catfish'. Ashley Giles (England), Justin Langer (Australia), and Daniel Vettori (New Zealand) have different nicknames.

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Dada,The Bengal Tiger,The Royal Bengal Tiger Of Indian Cricket,The Prince of Kolkata,The Maharaja of Cricket,God On The Off Side,Lord Snooty,Captain Genius

  1. Sidhu

  2. Sachin

  3. Laxman

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

All these nicknames belong to Sourav Ganguly, former Indian cricket captain. 'Dada' is his most famous nickname, while others reflect his Bengali heritage and aggressive captaincy. Sidhu, Sachin, and Laxman are different cricketers.

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The Sultans of Reverse Swing

  1. Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis

  2. Brett Lee and Gilespie

  3. Shoaib Akhtar and Younis

  4. Sreenath and Prasad
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Explanation

Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis, the Pakistani fast bowling duo, were famously called the 'Sultans of Reverse Swing' for mastering this difficult bowling technique. They terrorized batsmen in the 1990s. The other pairs didn't dominate reverse swing like them.

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Captain cool

  1. Steve Waugh

  2. Inzamam

  3. Arjuna Ranatunga

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

Arjuna Ranatunga, the former Sri Lankan captain, was famously called 'Captain Cool' for his calm and composed demeanor on the field, especially during high-pressure situations. He led Sri Lanka to their 1996 World Cup victory with this steady leadership style.

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Ginger

  1. pollock

  2. donald

  3. vaas

  4. ravi shahstri
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Explanation

Shaun Pollock, the legendary South African fast bowler, was nicknamed 'Ginger' due to his red hair. He was one of the finest all-rounders in cricket history, known for his accurate bowling and handy lower-order batting.

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Pigeon

  1. Donald

  2. Warne

  3. Symcox

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

Glenn McGrath, the Australian fast bowler, was nicknamed 'Pigeon' because of his thin legs and the distinctive way he ran between wickets. He was one of the greatest fast bowlers in cricket history with 563 Test wickets.