In which sport is the Calcutta Cup contested between England and Scotland?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Rugby union
- Step 1: Like the match itself (England–Scotland), the Calcutta Cup is the oldest trophy contested between any two international rugby union teams, pre-dating the Bledisloe Cup (Australia–New Zealand) by more than half a century. Answer: Rugby union. Why not the others: None of these fit: Cricket; Football; Hockey.
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