Cricket Cups — Set 6
Sports · क्रिकेट कप · Questions 51–60 of 70
Which is the oldest domestic cricket tournament in India?
Correct Answer: D. Ranji Trophy
• **Ranji** = The Ranji Trophy was started in 1934 and is the premier first-class cricket championship in India. • **named** — It is named after K. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: Duleep Trophy; B: Irani Cup; C: Deodhar Trophy.
The Duleep Trophy is a domestic competition in India played between teams representing?
Correct Answer: C. Zones
• **Duleep** = The Duleep Trophy traditionally features teams representing the different geographical zones of India (North, South, East, West, Central). • **named** — It was named after Kumar Shri Duleepsinhji. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: Clubs; B: Private Franchises; D: States.
The Asia Cup cricket tournament involves which of the following organizations?
Correct Answer: D. ACC
• **stands** = The ACC stands for the Asian Cricket Council, which was formed in 1983. • **aims** — It aims to develop and promote cricket across the Asian continent. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: PCB; B: BCCI; C: ICC.
The 'Vizzy Trophy' is an Indian domestic cricket tournament played at which level?
Correct Answer: C. Inter-University
• **Vizzy** = The Vizzy Trophy is a major cricket tournament for university students in India. • **named** — It is named after the Maharajkumar of Vizianagram, commonly known as 'Vizzy'. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: Inter-School; B: Corporate; D: Under-19.
The ICC Cricket World Cup trophy is primarily made of which materials?
Correct Answer: D. Silver and Gilt
• **permanent** = The permanent ICC Cricket World Cup trophy is made from silver and gilt. • **features** — It features a golden globe held up by three silver columns. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: Gold and Silver; B: Bronze and Silver; C: Pure Gold.
Which of the following trophies is associated with the domestic cricket of Australia?
Correct Answer: D. Sheffield Shield
• **Sheffield** = The Sheffield Shield is the national first-class competition in Australia involving six states. • **founded** — It was founded in 1892 and is a critical part of the Australian cricket pathway. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: Currie Cup; B: Plunket Shield; C: Logan Cup.
The 'C. K. Nayudu Trophy' is an Indian domestic tournament for which age category?
Correct Answer: C. Under-23
• **trophy** = This trophy is named after C. • **Fact** — K. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: Senior Men; B: Under-16; D: Under-19.
The 'Ashes' urn is physically kept in which famous cricket ground?
Correct Answer: A. Lord's Cricket Ground
• **original** = The original Ashes urn is housed in the MCC Museum at Lord's in London. • **Even** — Even when Australia wins the series, the original fragile urn usually stays in the museum. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: B: Melbourne Cricket Ground; C: Sydney Cricket Ground; D: The Oval.
The 'Vinoo Mankad' trophy is the domestic One Day competition for?
Correct Answer: C. Under-19 Boys
• **Vinoo** = The Vinoo Mankad Trophy is the equivalent of the Vijay Hazare Trophy for junior Under-19 players. • **involves** — It involves teams from all state associations in India. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: Under-16 Boys; B: Senior Men; D: Senior Women.
Which of the following is a Test cricket series played between India and the West Indies?
Correct Answer: B. Sir Vivian Richards Trophy
• **Test** = The Test series between India and the West Indies is contested for the Sir Vivian Richards Trophy. • **named** — It was named in 2001 to honor the legendary West Indian batsman. • 💡 Wrong-option-analysis: A: Lloyd-Tendulkar Trophy; C: Wisden Trophy; D: Worrell Trophy.