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A Story of Cricket — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 6 · English Literature

What A Story of Cricket covers in ICSE Class 6 English Literature: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 6 English Literature syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 6 English Literature · 2026-27

Topics in A Story of Cricket

1

Summary and Key Events

  • The story is set in 1983 in a residential colony called Sahitya Sahawas in Bombay (now Mumbai).
  • The main character, Saccho (a nickname for young Sachin Tendulkar), loves cricket and plays with friends using a rubber ball.
  • Saccho admires tennis player John McEnroe and is nicknamed 'Junior McEnroe'.
2

Characters and Their Roles

  • Saccho (Sachin Tendulkar): The protagonist; a 10-year-old cricket enthusiast.
  • Ajit Tendulkar: Saccho’s elder brother; protective and encouraging.
  • Laxman Kaka: The society watchman who stops the children from playing.
3

Themes and Messages

  • The power of sports to unite people across ages and backgrounds.
  • The dream of becoming a champion, inspired by real events.
  • Childhood aspirations and growing up through small victories.
4

Grammar: Types and Positions of Adverbs

  • Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.
  • They tell us how, when, where, how often, why, or to what extent an action happens.
  • Adverbs can appear at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence depending on their type.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Cricket and Childhood Aspirations

Saccho (Sachin Tendulkar)1983 Cricket World CupFamily and CommunityEveryday Cricket CultureEmotions and ReactionsMedia and Technology (1983 vs Today)Adverbs and Language Use

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What are the important topics in A Story of Cricket for ICSE Class 6 English Literature?
Key topics in A Story of Cricket include Summary and Key Events, Characters and Their Roles, Themes and Messages, Grammar: Types and Positions of Adverbs. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise A Story of Cricket for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 99 practice questions on A Story of Cricket. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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