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Which period witnessed cricket as the "gentlemen's sport"?

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17th century
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18th century
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19th century
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20th century
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Solution

The correct option is C 19th century
The 19th century witnessed cricket as "gentlemen's" sport. Before this, it was played by villagers in open grounds.

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