Showing questions for January 09, 2026
- Total: 18 questions
Question 16 Jan 09, 2026
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Which team won the Ashes series 2025–26 by a 4–1 margin after the fifth Test concluded in Sydney?
AustraliaAustralia retained the Ashes with a dominant 4–1 series victory over England, winning the final Test in Sydney by five wickets. Key performers included Mitchell Starc (31 wickets), Travis Head (629 runs including three centuries), and Alex Carey (28 dismissals). Usman Khawaja retired after the match, receiving a guard of honour and a standing ovation. Australia had already secured the urn by winning the first three Tests in Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide. England managed to win only the fourth Test in Melbourne, ending a long drought but falling short overall.
Question 17 Jan 09, 2026
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Which teams are scheduled to face each other in the opening match of the fourth Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026?
Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers BengaluruThe fourth edition of the Women’s Premier League kicked off on January 9, 2026, with a high-profile clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Both teams are past champions—MI having won twice (including as defending champions) and RCB winning in 2024. MI is led by Harmanpreet Kaur and includes international stars like Hayley Matthews and Nat Sciver-Brunt. RCB, captained by Smriti Mandhana, features Georgia Voll, Grace Harris, and Richa Ghosh. The tournament serves as crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup in England later in 2026.
Question 18 Jan 09, 2026
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Who among the following legendary Australian cricketers retired after the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney on January 8, 2026?
Usman KhawajaUsman Khawaja, aged 39, retired from international cricket following Australia’s victory in the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney. He received a guard of honour from the England team and a standing ovation from the crowd. His final innings ended when he dragged a delivery from Josh Tongue onto his stumps after scoring a few crucial runs. Before leaving the field, he kissed the turf in front of a painted “Thankyou Uzzy” sign. Khawaja played 88 Test matches and was known for his elegant left-handed batting and resilience in tough conditions.