Cricket is an important part of Indian Culture and Identity. Cricket is also source of national pride and a way to experience a sense of escape and entertainment. Cricket is played with a bat and ball and involves two competing sides of 11 players. Cricket is played on an oval shaped field with a rectangular pitch in the middle. The pitch has two sets of three stumps called wickets, with two bails balanced on each stump. The Bowler bowls the ball from one end of the pitch towards the striker’s wickets. The goal of the game is to score as many runs as possible. Cricket is played at both national and international levels. There are many formats of cricket, each with different rules and duration. Some examples of cricket formats include test matches and one day internationals.
Cricket originated in England and was introduced to India by the British in the early 1700s. Cricket is a popular sport in many countries, including England and India. The British introduced Cricket to India in the 17th and 18th centuries, but the game’s origins are in Southeast England.
William Gilbert also known as W.G., is known as the father of cricket. He was an English Cricketer who played for England, Gloucestershire and other teams from the 1860s to the early 1900s. Grace was an all rounder who excelled at batting, bowling and fielding.
In India Virat Kohli is famous as the king of cricket. He is a powerhouse batter known worldwide. He scored exactly 26,733 runs including 80 centuries in all types of international cricket formats.
Mithali Raj and Smriti Mandhana are both considered the Queen of Indian Cricket. The highest run scorer in women’s International Cricket. Captained the Indian Women’s national team from 2004 to 2022. Led India to two 50 over world cup finals. Known for her grace, precision and technical soundness.
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