Introduction Crease Name Position Purpose Bowling Crease Directly behind the stumps Marks where the bowler must deliver the ball; stumps are placed here. Popping Crease 4 feet in front of the bowling crease Defines the safe zone for batters; crossing it can mean being run out or stumped. Return Creases (2) Perpendicular to the bowling … Read more
Introduction ‘How many ways can a batter be out in cricket?’, is a question asked by cricket fans all around the world. They want to know more about the weird dismissals. Dismissal Type Explanation Frequency Bowled Ball hits the stumps and dislodges the bails. Very common Caught Ball is caught by a fielder, wicketkeeper, or … Read more
Why the, test over’s balls varied previously? Country Balls per Over Era England 4 balls Until 1889 England 5 balls Until 1889 England 6 balls 1900 onwards Australia 6 balls 1900–1973 Australia 8 balls 1924–1973 South Africa 8 balls 1938–1958 New Zealand 8 balls 1968–1979 Pakistan 8 balls 1974–1978 Worldwide 6 balls Since 1979–80 History … Read more
Introduction Famous Double Hat-trick Instances Lasith Malinga Rashid Khan Curtis Campher What can be done to get Hat-tricks and double hat-tricks? Timeline for the Double Hat-tricks in Cricket How many fans of Muttiah Muralitharan are there in the world?
In the year 2024, World Water Day dons the theme of “Water for Peace”. It’s not just about quenching thirst; it’s about fostering peace, prosperity, and preventing conflicts. Water, like a gentle diplomat, flows across borders, transcending human-made boundaries. It whispers tales of interconnectedness, urging us to protect it as a common heritage. When is … Read more
5 Best Tamarind Paste Substitutes for Indian Curries What Can Be Used Instead of Tamarind Paste in Indian Curries? That suggests a few alternatives like lemon juice, amchur, or vinegar. And it will provide similar souring effects; hence, it will help one to mimic the signature taste of Indian curries sans the tamarind paste. Most … Read more
The Women’s Premiere League(WPL) has garnered attention from cricket enthusiasts worldwide. As the inaugural season unfolds, one question that arises is: How many overseas players are allowed in each team’s playing XI? How Many Overseas Players Can Play in WPL? The WPL permits a team to accommodate up to 5 overseas players in the playing … Read more
Women’s Representation in Parliamentary Elections (2021) Which country has the highest percentage of women in parliament?, Rwanda holds the answer, with women holding more than 61% of the parliamentary seats in the country. It has thus made Rwanda an example to nations across the world regarding its commitment to having equal gender representation in leadership. … Read more
As of 2024, the Small Finance Banks(SFB) in India continue to serve as pivotal institutions aimed at enhancing financial inclusion, especially in underserved and unbanked parts of the country. These banks accept deposits and lend, primarily targeting marginal farmers, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and small business units, thereby facilitating economic growth in rural … Read more
Local Area Banks (LABs) are crucial in promoting rural and semi-urban savings while providing credit for viable economic activities within specific localities. Let’s delve into the details of these unique financial institutions. How Many Local Area Banks Are There in India? Four LABs currently operate in India, and the Reserve Bank of India licenses these … Read more
