World Cup Trivia Quiz # 119
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The World Cup Squad 2003 - Which player bowled a five ball over in the England v Namibia match?
The correct answer is 'Ronnie Irani'
Ronnie Irani bowled the 45th over of the Namibian innings, which was his sixth over, and it only contained five deliveries. It was an over full of action - the first ball yielded one run, the second none, the third saw Burger dismissed, caught by Collingwood. The fourth ball saw Kotze out lbw; the next delivery was the hat trick attempt, but van Vuuren thwarted that. The umpire then called over.
World Cup Question 2
Bangladesh Cricket - The first ICC "Champion's trophy" (mini- World Cup) was held in Bangladesh.
The correct answer is 'True'
Though Bangladesh couldn't take part in the championship, it gave a major boost to cricket in Bangladesh; the cup was won by South Africa who had defeated the Windies. It was held in the month of October of 1998.
World Cup Question 3
World Cup Pool Matches 3 - The match between England and Namibia in Port Elizabeth, was much closer than expected. Who top scored in England's innings of 272?
The correct answer is 'Alec Stewart'
Stewart made 60, Trescothick 58, Collingwood 38, and White 35.
World Cup Question 4
World Cup Winners - Which country won the 1934 World Cup, held in Italy?
The correct answer is 'Italy'
Italy beat Czechoslovakia 2-1 after extra time.
World Cup Question 5
The 1999 World Cup - Minhajul Abedin was the man of the match in the Bangladesh versus Scotland game. What did he do to deserve this award?
The correct answer is 'Scored 68 not out and took 1-12'
In partnership with Naimur Rahman, Minhajul Abedin led the recovery of the visiting side. They had been in dire straights at 26 for 5, but they put on 69 for the sixth wicket, ending with a total of 185 for 9 from their 50 overs. In reply, Scotland made 163, Minhajul Abedin capturing the wicket of Stanger.
World Cup Question 6
European Challenge III - Which of the following teams did NOT take part in World Cup 1994?
The correct answer is 'Uruguay'
World Cup Question 7
Australian Rugby League - What was Australia's final position at the 2000 World Cup?
The correct answer is 'Winners'
Australia beat New Zealand, to win thier 7th straight World Cup.
World Cup Question 8
General Rugby Union #2 - Who scored the most points in the 2003 Rugby World Cup?
The correct answer is 'Jonny Wilkinson'
Jonny Wilkinson (England) scored 113 points in six matches, followed by Frederic Michalak (France) with 103 points, and Elton Flatley (Australia) with 100 points.
World Cup Question 9
World Cup Qualifying- CONCACAF - Who tied for the lead in Group B?
The correct answer is 'Panama and Honduras'
Panama and Honduras tied with 3 wins and a loss, both teams lost to each other.
World Cup Question 10
English Soccer - Who scored three goals for England in the World Cup final 1966?
The correct answer is 'Geoff Hurst'