Latest Sports and Games General Knowledge(GK) Questions and answers

1 .

When did Australian cricketer Rachael Haynes announce her retirement from international cricket?

A)

13th Sep 2022

B)

14th Sep 2022

C)

15th Sep 2022

D)

16th Sep 2022

Correct Answer : 15th Sep 2022

Australian women's cricket team star batter and vice- captain Rachel Haynes on Thursday(15th Sep 2022) announced her retirement from international cricket, bringing the curtains down on an illustrious career.

The 35-year-old southpaw, who made her international debut back in 2009, represented her country in six Tests, 77 ODIs, and 84 T20Is.

Haynes is the ninth highest run-getter for Australia in both the limited overs formats, having scored 2585 runs in ODIs at an average of 39.76 and 850 runs in T20Is, averaging 26.56.

She has served as Australia's vice-captain since 2018. Since then, Australia have bagged three World Cups -- one 50-over and two T20 -- and also a gold medal at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games this year..

Source : Business Standard

2 .

Roger Federer has announced his retirement from tennis on September 15, 2022. How many Grand Slams the tennis star has won?

A)

18

B)

20

C)

25

D)

28

Correct Answer : 20

The 20-time Grand Slam singles champion announced his retirement from tennis with the upcoming Laver Cup to be his last tournament. Federer was world number one for a record 237 consecutive weeks.

Tennis great Roger Federer on Thursday(15th Sep 2022) announced his retirement from professional tennis.

The upcoming Laver Cup, which will take place over three days, concluding on September 25, will be his last ever tournament on the ATP tour.

"I have played more than 1,500 matches over 24 years. Tennis has treated me more generously than I ever would have dreamt, and now I must recognize when it's time to end my competitive career," Federer said in a message posted on social media.

The 41-year-old Swiss national — who has won 20 Grand Slam titles — added that he intends to keep playing tennis, "but just not in Grand Slams or on the tour."..

Source : DW

3 .

Which country will be the host of FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup 2022?

A)

Spain

B)

France

C)

Mexico

D)

India

Correct Answer : India

The Cabinet Wednesday(14th Sep 2022) approved the Signing of Guarantees for hosting Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) Under 17 Women’s World Cup 2022 in India.

Addressing the press after the meeting 14th Sep 2022, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Anurag Thakur said: “Union Cabinet has approved the signing of guarantees for hosting the Under 17 Women’s Football World Cup. The U-17 Women’s World Cup will be held between 11th to 30 October.”

The FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup, a prestigious event, will be held for the first time in India between 11 and 30 October, 2022.

Carrying on the positive legacy from the FIFA Under-17 Men’s World Cup 2017, India is gearing up for seminal moment for the seventh edition of the biennial youth tournament when the best young female footballers from across the world will be showcasing their skills to lift the coveted trophy..

Source : First Post

4 .

Which players are selected for the ICC Player of the Month August 2022 award?

A)

Shreyas Iyer and Amelia Kerr

B)

Sikandar Raza and Tahlia McGrath

C)

Keshav Maharaj and Alyssa Healy

D)

Angelo Mathews and Tuba Hassan

Correct Answer : Sikandar Raza and Tahlia McGrath

Zimbabwe’s all-rounder "Sikandar Raza" and Australian all-rounder "Tahlia McGrath" have been declared the winners of the ICC Player of the month award for August 2022 in their respective categories. Raza has become the first Zimbabwe International to receive the honours and has been key for Zimbabwe during the month. Meanwhile, McGrath has also been a pivotal cog in the Australian team’s journey during August.

ICC Player of the month award for August Sikandar Raza : Raza has had a tremendous time at the 22-yards. He scored centuries against Bangladesh and India in the home ODI series and has also scalped a few wickets. His two tons against Bangladesh in a three-match series helped Zimbabwe defeat the Bangla Tigers by 2-1. Raza also notched up a ton against India in three ODIs. He has also picked seven wickets.

ICC Player of the month award for August Tahlia McGrath : Meanwhile, Tahlia McGrath has also had a memorable month as she helped her team to win the Gold medal in the Birmingham Commonwealth Games. McGrath has scored 128 runs in her team’s journey towards the yellow metal and has eight five batters packing during the tournament.

ICC Men’s Player of the Previous Month :

* January 2022: Keegan Petersen (South Africa)

* February 2022: Shreyas Iyer (India)

* March 2022: Babar Azam (Pakistan)

* April 2022: Keshav Maharaj (South Africa)

* May 2022: Angelo Mathews (Sri Lanka)

* June 2022: Jonny Bairstow (England)

* July 2022: Prabath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka)

ICC Women’s Player of the Previous Month :

* January 2022: Heather Knight (England)

* February 2022: Amelia Kerr (New Zealand)

* March 2022: Rachael Haynes (Australia)

* April 2022: Alyssa Healy (Australia)

* May 2022: Tuba Hassan (Pakistan)

* June 2022: Marizanne Kapp (South Africa)

* July 2022: Emma Lamb (England)

5 .

Who has announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket on 14th Sep 2022?

A)

Robin Uthappa

B)

Ambati Rayudu

C)

Dinesh Karthik

D)

Shikhar Dhawan

Correct Answer : Robin Uthappa

Robin Uthappa on Wednesday(14th Sep 2022) announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket. “It has been my greatest honour to represent my country and my state, Karnataka. However, all good things must come to an end, and with a grateful heart, I have decided to retire from all forms of Indian cricket.

“It’s been 20 years since I started playing professional cricket, and it has been the greatest honour to represent my country and state, Karnataka- wonderful journey of ups and downs; one that has been fulfilling, rewarding, enjoyable and has allowed me to grow as a human being.

Uthappa was part of the country’s 2004 Under-19 World Cup team. He made his India debut two years later and featured in 46 ODIs and 13 T20Is for India.

He scored 934 and 249 runs in ODIs and T20Is. He has 9446 first class and 6534 List A runs under his belt.

Uthappa has won two IPL trophies — one for KKR and one for CSK in 2014 and 2021 respectively..

Source : Indian Express

6 .

Who has clinched a bronze in 53 kilogram category at the World Wrestling Championships, in Belgrade, Serbia on September 2022?

A)

Sakshi Malik

B)

Anshu Malik

C)

Vinesh Phogat

D)

Geeta Phogat

Correct Answer : Vinesh Phogat

Vinesh Phogat has become the first Indian woman wrestler to win two medals at the World Championships after clinching a bronze in 53 kilogram category in Belgrade, Serbia, September 14, 2022.

The Commonwealth Games 2022 gold medalist defeated reigning European champion Emma Malmgren of Sweden. It was a remarkable comeback for three-time CWG gold-medalist Vinesh after her shock qualification round defeat as she beat Swedish opponent Malmgren 8-0 in the bronze medal round.

Vinesh had made it to the bronze play-off through the repechage round after losing to Khulan Batkhuyag of Mongolia, in her first bout on, 13th September.

This is her second bronze medal at the Championships. She had previously earned a podium position in the 2019 edition of the tournament at Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan.

India's Under-23 bronze medalist Nisha Dahiya will also fight for bronze in the women's 68 kilogram category while CWG 2022 gold medalist Naveen Malik will be in action 15th September..

Source : News on Air

7 .

Which team clinch South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-17 Championship Title in Colombo,Sri Lanka?

A)

Sri Lanka

B)

Pakistan

C)

India

D)

Nepal

Correct Answer : India

India put up a clinical performance to clinch the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-17 Championship title, defeating a 10-man Nepal 4-0 in the Final on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at the Racecourse International Stadium, in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

With this win, India retains the title. Boby Singh, Korou Singh, captain Vanlalpeka Guite, and Aman scored a goal each, to shape a resounding victory in India's favour.

India has played well to lift the title for the fourth time (2013, 2017, 2019, 2022).

India captain, Vanlalpeka Guite has named the Most Valuable Player of the Tournament, while goalkeeper, Sahil won the Best Goalkeeper awards

SAFF members : Bangladesh, Bhutan, india, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka..

Source : Times Now News

8 .

Who won 9th edition of the Sinquefield Cup & The Grand Chess Tour 2022?

A)

Magnus Carlsen

B)

Teimour Radjabov

C)

R Praggnanandhaa

D)

Alireza Firouzja

Correct Answer : Alireza Firouzja

Iranian-French chess grandmaster, Alireza Firouzja beat Ian Nepomniachtchi in play-offs to win the ninth edition of the Sinquefield Cup. Firouzja also grabbed an extra $100,000 for winning this year’s Grand Chess Tour. Wesley So and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave came in second and third place, respectively. The fifth leg of the Grand Chess Tour, the Sinquefield Cup was held in Saint Louis, Missouri, US.

About the Sinquefield Cup :

* The 9th Sinquefield Cup was played from September 1 to September 13, 2022, and was the fifth leg of the Grand Chess Tour 2022. Before the start of the fourth round, Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the tournament.

* The first three games he played will be annulled for the standings of the Sinquefield Cup, but will still count for rating points. Alireza Firouzja won the tournament after beating Ian Nepomniachtchi in a two-game playoff.

* The Sinquefield Cup is an annual, invite-only chess tournament in St. Louis, Missouri, United States, honouring Rex Sinquefield and his wife Jeanne, the founders of the Saint Louis Chess Club. Since 2015, the Sinquefield Cup has been a part of the Grand Chess Tour..

9 .

Which state will host three 'Ranji trophy matches' for the first time in December 2022?

A)

Meghalaya

B)

Sikkim

C)

Tripura

D)

Arunachal Pradesh

Correct Answer : Sikkim

Sikkim will host three Ranji trophy matches for the first time in December. The state will welcome three northeast teams : Mizoram, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh, at the Mining Cricket Ground near Rangpo.

The BCCI’s decision to allow Sikkim to host three of its Ranji matches at home will act as a game-changer in cricket’s promotion in Sikkim. Along with Ranji Trophy matches, Sikkim will also play two Cooch Behar Trophy matches, and three Col CK Nayudu Trophy matches at Mining.

The Cooch Behar Trophy match on November 12 against Assam will be the first major domestic match in Sikkim. After two back-to-back multi-day men’s under-19 matches, cricket fans in the state will enjoy a Ranji Trophy match in Sikkim for the first time on December 13, when the senior men’s team take on Manipur in the 2022-23 Ranji Trophy opener..

10 .

Who won the Formula One Italian Grand Prix 2022?

A)

Max Verstappen

B)

Charles Leclerc

C)

Daniel Ricciardo

D)

Fernando Alonso

Correct Answer : Max Verstappen

Red Bull Max Verstappen won the 2022 Italian Grand Prix under the Safety Car, with pole-sitter Charles Leclerc finishing runner-up as Red Bull denied Ferrari a home victory at Monza.

He becomes just the ninth different driver in Formula One history to win five successive races in the sport alongside previous greats such as Nigel Mansell, Michael Schumacher and Alberto Ascari.

The race controversially ended under safety car conditions following Daniel Ricciardo's late retirement as his McLaren experienced engine difficulties, but even still, it was clear that Ferrari and championship rival Charles Leclerc were again one step behind Verstappen throughout the race.

A visibly annoyed Leclerc came home to finish P2 whilst Mercedes' George Russell claimed another podium finish in P3, his sixth of the year and fourth across the past five races.

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz took P4 despite starting at the back of the grid due to an earlier penalty, while Lewis Hamilton also fought back from the back of the grid to finish P5.

Sergio Perez, Lando Norris, Pierre Gasly, debutant Nyck de Vries and Zhou Guanyu rounded out the points-paying positions in the north of Italy.

Position	Driver	Team	Points
1	Max Verstappen	Red Bull	25
2	Charles Leclerc	Ferrari	18
3	George Russell	Mercedes	15
4	Carlos Sainz	Ferrari	12
5	Lewis Hamilton	Mercedes	10
6	Sergio Perez	Red Bull	9
7	Lando Norris	McLaren	6
8	Pierre Gasly	AlphaTauri	4
9	Nyck de Vries	Williams	2
10	Zhou Guanyu	Alfa Romeo	1
11	Esteban Ocon	Alpine
12	Mick Schumacher	Haas
13	Valtteri Bottas	Alfa Romeo
14	Yuki Tsunoda	AlphaTauri
15	Nicholas Latifi	Williams
16	Kevin Magnussen	Haas
DNF	Daniel Ricciardo	McLaren
DNF	Lance Stroll	Aston Martin
DNF	Fernando Alonso	Alpine
DNF	Sebastian Vettel	Aston Martin

Souce : Sporting News