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15 Fun Facts About Cricket You Probably Didn’t Know!

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Cricket, one of the world’s most loved sports, has an incredible history and global appeal. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just starting to learn the ropes, here are 15 fun facts about cricket that might surprise you!

1. Cricket: The Second Most Popular Sport Globally

With around 2.5 billion fans worldwide, cricket is the second most popular sport on the planet. It’s especially beloved in India, Pakistan, Australia, and England.

2. Three Competitive Formats of Cricket

There are three main formats of the game: Test matches, One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and T20 cricket. Test matches, the oldest form, last up to five days, while T20 matches are much shorter, lasting just a few hours.

3. The First Cricket World Cup Happened in 1975

Cricket’s biggest event, the World Cup, was first held in 1975. The latest tournament was won by England in 2019.

4. Cricket Wickets Used to Have Only Two Stumps

Believe it or not, wickets originally had only two stumps. It wasn’t until 1775, after a bowler got the ball through without hitting them, that a third stump was added!

5. Wicket Bails Aren’t Always Necessary

In certain conditions, like heavy wind, the bails (small wooden pieces placed on top of stumps) can be removed to allow the game to proceed smoothly.

6. Women’s Cricket Dates Back to the 1700s

Though dominated by men, women have been playing cricket since the 18th century. Early women’s tournaments in England even offered barrels of ale as prizes!

7. The Oldest Living Test Cricketer is 94 Years Old

South Africa’s Ronald Draper, who played his last test in 1950, is the oldest living Test cricketer. The oldest player to participate in a Test match was Wilfred Rhodes, who retired at age 52 in 1930.

8. The Nelson Score: 111 Is Considered Unlucky

Scoring 111 (called the “Nelson Score”) is considered unlucky in cricket due to its resemblance to three wicket stumps without bails.

9. Cricket Was in the 1900 Olympics

Cricket made a brief appearance in the 1900 Olympics, where Great Britain won the only gold medal ever awarded for the sport.

10. The Longest Cricket Match Lasted 14 Days

In 1939, England and South Africa played a match that lasted a whopping 14 days! The players surely needed a long rest afterward.

11. Sachin Tendulkar Made His Debut at 16

India’s cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, often called the “God of Cricket,” made his debut at the age of 16 and became the highest run-scorer in international cricket.

12. The Record for Most Consecutive Maiden Overs is 21

In 1964, India’s Bapu Nadkarni bowled 21 consecutive maiden overs (overs with no runs scored) – a remarkable record that still stands today.

13. Australian Cricketers: The Luckiest

Australian cricketers like Ricky Ponting and Adam Gilchrist are considered some of the luckiest in the sport, with both winning three World Cups during their careers.

14. The Cricket Pitch Length Has Never Changed

Since the game began, almost every cricket law has changed—except the length of the pitch, which remains a steadfast 22 yards.

15. Jim Laker’s Incredible 19 Wicket Haul

In 1956, during an Ashes Test match, England’s Jim Laker took an astounding 19 wickets in one game, a record that still hasn’t been broken.

Cricket truly is a sport of fascinating facts and stories. Whether you’re new to the game or a lifelong fan, there’s always something new to learn. Keep exploring the wonderful world of cricket!

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