Q541
When the batsman, in cricket, is out without scoring a single run, is called
A.
drive
B.
duck
AnswerC.
flight
D.
googly
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
When the batsman, in cricket, is out without scoring a single run, is called duck. The term “duck” comes from the shape of the number '0' which is similar to that of duck's egg. In 1886, when the Prince of Wales got out without scoring a single run, the term 'duck' was used for the first time.