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Cricket is not just a game; it is a religion in India. There are millions of cricket fans in India, making it one of the biggest sports in India. Have you ever thought about how it has started? Let us check out the history of cricket, which every cricket lover should know.

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the history of cricket by paul dellon and stephen lamb

Cricket was introduced to North America via the English colonies as early as the 17th century, and in the 18th century, it arrived in other parts of the globe. The first reference to cricket being played as an adult sport was in 1611. Let's know some information like, when was the first cricket match played? who is the father of cricket? and so on.

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Cricket, now termed as the unofficial national sport of India, has got an old history associated with its existence in the country. The oldest references to the sport in India can be dated as early as the year 1725 when some sailors played a friendly match at a seaport in Kutch. By the year 1792, the Calcutta Cricket and Football Club had been formed, and a yet another Cricket club had been formed at Seringapatam by the year 1799. Beginning of First Class Cricket As far as the beginning of…

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This Informational Text Comprehension worksheet introduces students to the exhilarating world of cricket. Through the provided informational text, students will gain insights into the game’s rules, history, and key aspects. The worksheet begins by instructing students to read the informational text, encouraging them to pay attention to important details about the team sport. It provides...

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The Cricket World Cup has taken place every four years since it was first held in 1975 in England. Australia have an outstanding history in the Cricket World Cup and in the 11 World Cups held so far, they have won the tournament on 5 occasions – including three consecutive wins between 1999-2007.

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1990: At the age of 17 years and 112 days, Tendulkar scored the first of 87 international hundreds. His 110 in the fourth innings at Old Trafford helped India save the Test against England. His next ton in the fourth innings of a Test would come only in 2008, also against England, But this time in India.

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This day that year : On today India won the maiden World cup beating the mighty West Indians at Lords. Skipper Kapil Dev in the pics lifting the trophy on behalf of the Indian Cricket Team. India : 183 West Indies : 140 all out

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The recent ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 transcended previous editions, setting a new benchmark as the most-watched event in the history of cricket. Amidst an array of captivating matches, three encounters distinguished themselves, not just in their extraordinary viewership but also in the memorable experiences they offered to the global audience. These matches became more than just games; they were grand spectacles that celebrated cricketing excellence and captivated millions, underlining the ...

The recent ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 transcended previous editions, setting a new benchmark as the most-watched event in the history of cricket. Amidst an array of captivating matches, three encounters distinguished themselves, not just in their extraordinary viewership but also in the memorable experiences they offered to the global audience. These matches became more than just games; they were grand spectacles that celebrated cricketing excellence and captivated millions, underlining the…

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