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The Most Surprising Facts from Cricket World Cup Part 2

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Fun Fact #1

Ireland Cricket World Cup Fans
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Fun Fact #1

Ireland Cricket World Cup Fans
Photo courtesy of Cricket Ireland Facebook

Ireland is the only team in Cricket World Cup history to chase down three 300+ targets. There are only 6 occasions where a target of 300+ has even been chased.

i) Against Netherlands - 2011
ii) Against England - 2011
iii) Against West Indies - 2015

Fun Fact #2

Australia v South Africa - Third Test: Day 1
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Fun Fact #2

Australia v South Africa - Third Test: Day 1
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Although South Africa is sponsored by Castle, an alcoholic beverage company, Hashim Amla is the only player who does not wear the Castle logo on the kit. He does not pocket a cent from his match fee. Why?

Promoting beer & liquor is against the teaching of Islam and as such, Amla became the first player to have the exception. It's a good thing his team is so supportive of his beliefs!

Fun Fact #3

India England Test Series Cricket
Photo courtesy of Indian Cricket Team Facebook

Fun Fact #3

India England Test Series Cricket
Photo courtesy of Indian Cricket Team Facebook

On September 3, 2013, Boyd Rankin, playing for England, dismissed Ed Joyce of Ireland.

But get this, this wasn't the first time Rankin had gotten Joyce out on the big stage. In the 2007 World Cup, Rankin - then playing for Ireland - dismissed Joyce who was playing for England at the time.

Rohit Ghosh is a Senior Writer for www.Rantsports.com. Follow him on Twitter @RohitGhosh. “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google.

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