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616.
Which cricketer reversed his decision to retire from One Day Internationals in cricket recently?
Ben Stokes
Jonny Bairstow
Joe Root
Steve Smith
Answer: Option
Explanation:
England all-rounder Ben Stokes reversed his decision to retire from One Day Internationals ahead of the ICC ODI World Cup scheduled for October in India.

617.
Who has been named the ICC Player of the Month for July 2023 in the women's category?
Ellyse Perry
Deepika Kumari
Ashleigh Gardner
Harmanpreet Kaur
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ashleigh Gardner has been named the ICC Player of the Month for July 2023 in the women's category.

618.
When is the Asia Cup 2023 scheduled to take place?
From 30 August to 17 September 2023
From 1 September to 20 September 2023
From 15 August to 5 September 2023
From 10 September to 30 September 2023
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Asia Cup 2023 is scheduled to be held in Pakistan and Sri Lanka from 30 August to 17 September 2023. The tournament will be a 50-over ODI tournament, with all matches played at international standard venues.

619.
Which of the following football club has Neymar Jr signed for?
Bayern Munich
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
Al-Hilal
Real Madrid
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Brazil forward Neymar Jr has signed for Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), the clubs announced.

620.
In which tournament did the Indian hockey team win for the fourth time by defeating Malaysia 4-3 in the final?
Asian Champions Trophy 2023
Hockey World Cup 2023
Olympics 2023
Dhanraj Championship 2023
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian hockey team on 12 August defeated Malaysia 4-3 to win for the fourth time at the Asian Champions Trophy 2023 final, at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai.