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Describe a sport you would watch.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where & why would you watch it?
  • How is it played?
  • How do you feel about it?
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Cue 1:Where & why would you watch it?

  • Begin by describing the venue where you would watch the sport, such as a stadium or at home.
  • Explain your motivation for watching this sport, whether it's the excitement, the atmosphere, or a personal connection.

Example

I would love to watch cricket at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The atmosphere there is electric, especially during a match between India and Pakistan. I enjoy the thrill of being surrounded by passionate fans, and it makes the experience unforgettable.

Cue 2:How is it played?

  • Provide a brief overview of the rules and format of the sport.
  • Mention any specific skills or strategies that are important in the game.

Example

Cricket is played between two teams of eleven players each. The game consists of innings where one team bats and tries to score runs while the other bowls and fields to restrict runs. Key skills include batting technique, bowling accuracy, and strategic field placements.

Cue 3:How do you feel about it?

  • Share your personal feelings and opinions about the sport.
  • Discuss any memorable experiences or moments that have influenced your feelings.

Example

I have a deep passion for cricket. Watching my favorite players hit sixes and take wickets fills me with joy. One of my most memorable moments was when India won the 2011 World Cup; I felt immense pride and happiness, celebrating with friends and family.

Conclusion

  • Summarize your thoughts on why this sport is significant to you.
  • Mention how it brings people together or contributes to your life.

Example

In conclusion, cricket is more than just a sport for me; it’s a source of joy and community. It brings people together, and every match is an opportunity to create lasting memories with friends and family.

Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

Tips to answer this Cue Card

1: Avoid Vague Descriptions

Using vague language can make your answer unclear. Instead of saying 'I like it', explain what you enjoy about the sport and why it interests you.

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Be specific about your feelings and experiences related to the sport. Use examples to illustrate your points.

2: Neglecting Structure

Failing to organize your answer can confuse the listener. A clear structure helps convey your thoughts effectively.

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Follow the cue prompts in order. Start with where and why you would watch it, then explain how it is played, and conclude with your feelings.

Overlooking Personal Connection

Not sharing your personal connection to the sport can make your answer less engaging. Personal stories can captivate the listener.

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Include a personal anecdote or memory related to the sport. This makes your response more relatable and interesting.

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All Answers

Here are all the answers by real-users practicing speaking for IELTS Cue Cards on our IELTS Prep App.

Band 6-7

so football is the most watching sports I have ever in my life like I used to watch every time since from childhood to now and I mostly watch my so football is the most iconic sport I watch all day since my childhood mostly I watched through televisions or mobile phones but for me the most interesting to watch football is from from our sports clubs like near to my home or with my friends in the club so because there will be friends who supports the opponent and there will be something tremendous clash between us that makes more memorable and if you ask how a football is played like there will be 11 members in a team and a ball four have to defend four players must have to defend one goalkeeper each have to score the most team with the most goals will win the match that's a basic rule and there are so many rules in it like offside handball like something few rules and the most interesting feeling about football is like the person I idolize is a football player Lionel Messi and I just exactly want to be like him he's the greatest footballer of all time not like a footballer but in terms of as a gentleman like that's a so good thing about it and whenever I watch football I get a feel of energy a dopamine rush like when our team scores when our team makes a brilliant save that's a great feeling and when our team wins it's a everlasting memory

Band 6-7

I love playing cricket, I love watching cricket, this game is played between two teams, where 11 players are played at a side, at each side, and there are 3 umpires, and the game is played between 3 formats, one is T20 format, one is ODI format, one is test format, where this game I love to watch because it's very interesting, cricket gives a passion to play, to people who are not at very good constant, they can play anywhere, anytime, this game helps to improve your communication, this game helps you to believe, motive and have a confidence

Band 6-7

I would love to watch the sport called cricket because not only me most of the people are interested in cricket. In this game there are two batters and 11 fielders. These two batters will be batting with using a ball and there is a score count of 4, 6 and some runs. If the ball goes to the borderline by bouncing once or more than once it is called 4 or if it directly goes outside the boundary means it is called it is given as 6. However this game is not as easy as it looks because there needs to be a lot of practice and dedication for this game. Furthermore this game is also played by most of the famous batsmen and bowlers which every person will recognize them. They are also very popular in other countries not only in their own country. Example Dhoni, Virat Kohli and also from other countries such as Samson and other batsmen. These all are not only famous in their own countries but they are also famous in our country and other countries and there because that much dedication is given into that game by them.

Band 6-7

I like to watch cricket. My favorite sports was cricket. I usually watch IPL or WCZ at home because my father was also interested in cricket. So we both watch in TV. And my favorite player in cricket was MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. And in 2014, there was a World Cup against New Zealand and India got a win in the match. And that was extremely a happiness moment in the 2014 memories. Me and my father was very happy. And also additional with that we enjoyed with our friends, neighborhoods also. We get a party with them. And I often play cricket with my neighborhoods because they are also interested in cricket.

Band 6-7

A sport that I would watch would be cricket. I am a huge, massive fan of cricket ever since I was in the 4th grade and I used to watch cricket on the television a lot with my grandfather. My grandfather was the one who introduced me to the sport. He was an avid player of cricket during his school and college days. Now that I am working, I tend to not get enough time to watch the sport as much. So I try to watch it during the weekends if there are any matches going on. Why I would watch it is because I like the sport and I like playing the sport. I rate how the players are playing and I would see where they can improve, where I can improve my own game by watching the other players play. How the game is played, it is a team sport with each team comprising of 11 members and it is played on a ground with a pitch in the centre with 22 yards long. It involves a batsman holding a bat and a bowler throwing a ball at him and the batsman having to hit the ball and depends on where and how he hits, he gets a certain number of runs. These runs get added to the team's total score and the other team has to try and score more than that. This is the idea behind the sport and how I feel about watching the sport is that in India, cricket is a major sport, major event and cricketers are treated like gods and every kid in India wants to play the game. I have also had the idea and dream of playing the sport but due to studies and all that, I never got the time to do so. I would love to get a chance to play and every time I watch a game, I would feel and I would reminisce my time playing during my school and college days where I used to be part of my school team who went and played against other players.

Band 6-7

As an athlete in my college, I like to watch athletics and in athletics, I like to watch discus throw. It is very good game and it is full of energy. The athlete, I watch it on TV when there will be Olympics. The athlete stand in the discus throw court and catch the discus which is about 2 kg weight and with the full technique, it will be thrown with full energy and by watching it, I feel very energetic and motivational.

Band 6-7

and he has inspired many of the youngsters and athletes who are aiming to become very successful in their life as well so there are many games across the globe so among those games I would love to watch cricket why cricket is because it has taught me many things in my life from childhood and I have developed watching cricket since my early stages of my life especially in my early 20s so it has taught me that how an individual individual performance is not important and it should there should be a coordination and there should be a trust and there should be a belief in in a team why I choose to watch cricket is that at the early stages of my life I started just for a time pass I mean it found me so much interesting that why should I watch more cricket

Band 6-7

I started, the most interesting sport for me is cricket. I like watching it on TV. I would love to watch one day in stadiums also. So I started watching IPLs and ODIs. So I was more attracted to cricket because it was very popular in my school days and there were a lot of celebrated cricketers. Unlike other sports, this is popular among the students also. So it created a rapport amongst us. So this was mainly an attraction for us. Apart from that, I would like to experience the cricket in stadium one day. I like cricket in comparison to other sports because it is interesting to watch and it also shows the team spirit within the members of the sport. I would particularly like to talk about IPLs which has been very engaging for me in the recent years. So apart from just the match, the auctions and the press conferences have also been very entertaining. And IPLs have been well-trimmed for the celebrated cricketers. So it's very interesting to watch and also the team battles in the social media platforms is also engaging. So cricket has become a very widely watched sport than it was earlier. In earlier days also I have played cricket with my friends in school but I have not been a very great player in cricket. I just love to watch it.

Band 6-7

Describe a sport you would watch. I usually watch a basketball game. I love playing it and I have a grip on that game. Moreover, the game usually consists of two players. It's a two-match game. One is the one who dribbles the ball and the other opponent who always attacks the opponent. There is a mutual connection between the opponent and the player. Usually this game is around one hour and it is all about win-win game. There is nothing like that, no elimination, no foul play, but it is all about attacking and defending the game. This game is actually played with team members as well, but for practicing purpose, it is almost playing a game between two opponents. This game we can watch in the Star Sports as well. It is an International National Basketball Academy game, which gives me very pleasure while watching it. I usually watch the scenes of opponents because these opponents who actually involve in this game plays a major role because they always set a mode to attack the player, which the ball should not be set into the goal. That is the motto of this game. And this game not only gives us a warm-up, but also it helps us to think logically how to be in an attack mode and in a defend mode. We have to be in a situation that we have to differentiate the attacking mode and the defending mode. This is how I feel and this is how I play game usually with my friends and my teammates. And this is how I feel when I was a team leader actually and there is nothing playing against me.

Band 6-7

Ok, so my favorite sport is MMA. I will watch it in Abu Dhabi next year. So MMA is played between two people inside the octagon, inside the cage. So what they do is they fight each other, they throw punches. There's a lot of elements involved in MMA. You can use a different style of fighting. It involves Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Russian Sambo, Wrestling, Kickboxing, Boxing, Muay Thai. It involves every fighting style that has been created by man and use it in the octagon. What I like about it is it requires discipline, dedication, hard work and requires a naturally gifted talent to be able to get there inside the octagon.
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