Home > SportsWeird Rules in Sports Report a question What’s wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 0% Weird Rules in Sports 1. In badminton, what happens if the shuttlecock hits the net and lands in the opponent’s court? The game pauses The player loses the point The point is awarded to the player who hit the shuttlecock The rally is replayed 2. In soccer, what happens if a goalkeeper holds the ball for more than 6 seconds? The ball is dropped for a free kick The goalkeeper is booked An indirect free kick is awarded to the opposing team Play restarts with a throw-in 3. In golf, what happens if a player accidentally moves their ball while on the putting green? The player is disqualified The game restarts from the previous hole The player is penalized one stroke The ball must be replaced without penalty 4. In curling, what is the rule if a player’s broom accidentally touches a moving stone? The stone is removed from play The end is restarted The player is disqualified The game pauses for review 5. In American football, what is the penalty for excessive celebration? None, it's allowed 15-yard penalty 5-yard penalty Disqualification 6. In American football, what happens if a player intentionally grounds the ball? The play is allowed The team loses a down A penalty is called The player is disqualified 7. What is the penalty in rugby if a player passes the ball forward? A yellow card is shown A scrum is awarded to the opposing team A penalty kick is given A free try is awarded 8. In cricket, what unusual event leads to a ‘dead ball’ being called? The bowler crosses the crease line The batter misses three swings The fielder catches the ball barehanded An animal runs onto the field 9. In ice hockey, what is the punishment for throwing a stick to stop a puck? Penalty shot awarded to the opposing team 2-minute penalty Game forfeiture 5-minute penalty 10. In basketball, what is called when a player moves their pivot foot without dribbling? Traveling A carry A jump stop A turnover 11. In basketball, how long can an offensive player remain within the painted area (also known as the key, lane, or the paint)? 3 seconds 5 seconds 7 seconds 10 seconds 12. In water polo, how many seconds does a team have to take a shot before losing possession? 45 seconds 90 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds 13. In soccer, can a player be penalized for removing their shirt during a goal celebration? Yes, the player receives a yellow card The goal is disallowed The referee warns the player No, it's allowed 14. In baseball, what happens if a fielder catches the ball with their hat? The game pauses for review The play continues The batter and all runners are awarded 3 bases The batter is out 15. In tennis, what happens if the ball lands on the baseline? The player loses the point The ball is out The rally is replayed The ball is in 16. In volleyball, how many maximum touches is a team allowed to return the ball? 2 touches Unlimited touches 3 touches 4 touches 17. In tennis, what happens if a player accidentally hits the ball twice in one swing? The player is warned The point is lost The opponent wins the point The point continues if unintentional 18. In baseball, what happens if a batter hits a ball that bounces over the outfield fence? The batter is awarded a ground-rule double The game pauses for review The batter is out It's a home run Your score is The average score is 0% 0% Restart quiz
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