Cricket World Cup League 2

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/cricket-world-cup-league-2

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the competition tier?Second level within the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup qualification structure
2. What is the participating entities?Seven national cricket teams, primarily Associate and Affiliate members of the ICC
3. How does a team qualify for the World Cup from League 2?The best teams go straight to the World Cup Qualifier, while other teams can try again in a play‑off.
4. Why was League 2 created instead of old tournaments?It gives teams regular games, helps them improve skills, and makes the path to the World Cup fairer.

Associate and Affiliate Members: National cricket federations recognized by the ICC but not holding full member status.
Bilateral Series: A series of matches played between two national cricket teams.
One Day International (ODI): A limited-overs cricket match format, typically consisting of 50 overs per side, played over a single day.