Showing questions for September 25, 2025
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Question 26 Sep 25, 2025
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Who is the captain of the South Africa women's cricket team entering the ODI World Cup with hopes of reaching their maiden final?
Laura WolvaardtLaura Wolvaardt is the captain of the South Africa women's cricket team and has expressed strong belief in her squad's ability to reach their first-ever ODI World Cup final. Under her leadership, the Proteas have consistently reached semi-finals in recent ICC tournaments, including the last two ODI World Cups. She emphasizes the team's depth, explosive top order, and strong all-rounders like Marizanne Kapp. Wolvaardt believes that qualifying for a final is now a matter of 'when' rather than 'if'. The team enters the tournament on the back of a 2-1 series win in Pakistan, boosting their confidence.
Question 27 Sep 25, 2025
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What decision did the Hockey India League Governing Council make regarding the UP Rudras franchise for the 2026 season?
To take over operations after the franchise withdrew due to financial challengesThe HIL Governing Council took over the operations of the UP Rudras franchise after it withdrew from the 2026 season citing financial difficulties. This step ensures that players associated with the team, including national vice-captain Hardik Singh and Lalit Upadhyay, can continue competing without disruption. The council aims to maintain competitive balance in the league while seeking a new franchise owner. The HIL had previously been suspended in 2017 due to similar issues but successfully relaunched in 2025 after seven years. This intervention reflects efforts to stabilize the league and protect athlete interests.
Question 28 Sep 25, 2025
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Which city has India proposed as the host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games?
AhmedabadIndia has formally proposed Ahmedabad as the host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games during a presentation in London to the Evaluation Committee of Commonwealth Sport. The bid, led by Gujarat Sports Minister Harsh Sanghavi and IOA President PT Usha, marks the centenary of the Commonwealth Sport Movement. The proposal emphasizes affordability, inclusivity, sustainability, and integration of para-sports. It also promotes gender equity and human rights, aiming to leave a lasting legacy beyond the games. Hosting the event in Ahmedabad would be a significant milestone for Indian sports infrastructure and international visibility.