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How many matches will be played in a tournament where 19 teams will participate? Tournament will be of knockout cum league in which league will start from semifinals.
How many matches will be played in a tournament where 19 teams will participate? Tournament will be of knockout cum league in which league will start from semifinals.
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In a combination of knockout and league formats, calculate the total by adding knockout matches to the matches in the league phase.
Updated On: Jan 17, 2026
- 15
- 38
- 21
- 19
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
This tournament format will involve 18 matches to identify the semi-finalists (18 knockout teams require 18 matches). Subsequently, three additional matches will be played for the semi-finals and final (two semi-finals, one final), resulting in a grand total of 21 matches.
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