Showing questions for August 01, 2025
- Total: 30 questions
Question 26 Aug 01, 2025
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Who has been named as the wicketkeeper for India in the fifth Test against England in place of the injured Rishabh Pant?
Dhruv JurelDhruv Jurel has been entrusted with the responsibility of keeping wickets in the fifth Test against England as vice-captain Rishabh Pant is sidelined due to injuries. Jurel had already filled in during the Lord’s and Manchester Tests. He expressed excitement about playing overseas, emphasizing that performing abroad enhances a player's reputation. The 24-year-old has played four Tests so far and has scored 202 runs at an average of 40.40, including a fifty. His role will be crucial as India aims to level the series 2-2 in the final match.
Question 27 Aug 01, 2025
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Which country will host the 8th Commonwealth Youth Games in 2027?
MaltaMalta has been officially announced as the host of the 8th Commonwealth Youth Games in late 2027. This will be a significant event, welcoming around 1,150 athletes aged between 14 and 18 from 74 Commonwealth nations and territories. The games will feature eight sports, including the debut of sailing and water polo, and will utilize world-class facilities across the islands of Malta and Gozo. Notably, it will include the largest Para sport programme in CYG history, with Para Swimming making its debut. The athlete-first approach and existing infrastructure made Malta an ideal choice according to Commonwealth Sport.
Question 28 Aug 01, 2025
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Who won the FIDE Women’s World Cup by defeating Koneru Humpy in the final?
Divya DeshmukhDivya Deshmukh, a 19-year-old chess prodigy, clinched the FIDE Women’s World Cup title by defeating veteran Grandmaster Koneru Humpy in a time-controlled tie-break after classical games ended in draws. Humpy blundered under time pressure, which handed Divya the victory. This win not only made her a Grandmaster but also earned her $50,000 and a spot in the next Candidates tournament. Upon her return to India, she credited her success to her parents and first coach, Rahul Joshi. Divya expressed hope that her achievement would inspire more young women to take up chess.
Question 29 Aug 01, 2025
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Which Indian skater won the gold medal in the 1-Lap Road Category at the 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championships in 2025?
Anish RajAnish Raj, a 17-year-old skater from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, secured the gold medal in the 1-Lap Road Category at the 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championships held in South Korea from July 19 to 30, 2025. His victory marks a historic milestone as he is the first U-19 skater from Uttar Pradesh to represent India at both the Asian Championships and the upcoming World Skate Games. The championship featured elite athletes from 14 Asian countries across disciplines like speed skating, artistic skating, and skateboarding. India’s strong performance highlighted the nation’s growing prominence in roller sports on the continental stage.
Question 30 Aug 01, 2025
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According to Sourav Ganguly, why should Kuldeep Yadav have been included in India’s playing XI for the Tests at Lord’s and Manchester?
Because quality spinners are crucial to take wickets on the fourth and fifth days of a Test matchSourav Ganguly expressed that India missed an opportunity by not playing Kuldeep Yadav at Lord’s and Manchester. He emphasized that quality spinners become vital on the last two days of a Test when pitches develop rough and offer turn. He cited the fourth Test in Manchester, where England struggled to take 20 wickets on a turning pitch due to a lack of a quality spinner. Ganguly pointed out that great teams in history have had dominant spinners like Warne, Murali, Kumble, and Harbhajan. He believes Kuldeep should be considered more consistently in future Test plans.