SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 32

SSC CGL - 10 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q32

In which of the following games is one player known as the Wicketkeeper?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Cricket.

In cricket, the wicketkeeper is a key player positioned behind the stumps at the opposite end of the pitch from the bowler. The primary role of the wicketkeeper is to catch the ball when it is delivered by the bowler and to stump batsmen who venture too far from their crease. This player must possess quick reflexes, agility, and excellent hand-eye coordination, as they are responsible for catching edges from batsmen or stopping deliveries that pass the batsman. The wicketkeeper also plays a crucial role in strategic decisions, including appealing for dismissals and communicating with bowlers.