ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

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/icc-cricket-hall-of-fame

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 establishment date?January 2, 2009
2. What is the initial inductee count?55 players, carried over from the FICA Hall of Fame
3. When did the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame start?It began on January 2, 2009, when the ICC celebrated its 100th year.
4. How do players get into the Hall of Fame?Players must be retired from international cricket for at least five years. Current Hall members then choose the inductees.

International Cricket Council (ICC): The global governing body for cricket, responsible for organizing major tournaments and setting regulations.
Federation of International Cricketers' Associations (FICA): An organization that represents professional cricketers worldwide, advocating for their rights and welfare.
Test Cricket: The longest and most prestigious format of cricket, typically played over five days, demanding immense skill and endurance.
Centenary Celebrations: Commemorative events held to mark the 100th anniversary of an organization or significant milestone.