Where did Cricket Originate?

Cricket is an old English game. It used to be played with curved bats and no wickets in 1300s. But by early 19th century, the game was played quite like the way it is played now. There are two ends of the wicket. Distance between the wickets is 22 yards (20 metres). Each end has a set of three wickets, each wicket's height is 28 inches and they are placed at the width of nine inches. Cricket originated in India during British rule. The ball weighs between 51/2 to 53/4 ounces and the bat is about 41/4 inches wide. English settlers spread the game wherever they colonized and it is now an international game. The cricket 'World Cup' is played after every four years.

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