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Describe a sports competition you watched: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What competition it was?
  • When and where you watched it?
  • What was the most exciting moment?
  • And explain how it made you feel.
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Cue 1:What competition it was?

  • Begin by naming the specific sports competition you watched, such as a cricket match or a football tournament.
  • Provide a brief background about the competition, including its significance and the teams or players involved.

Example

The competition I watched was the ICC Cricket World Cup final between India and Australia. This match was particularly significant as it was held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where India was aiming to win the World Cup on home soil.


Cue 2:When and where you watched it?

  • Mention the date and time of the event, as well as the location where you watched it.
  • Describe the atmosphere of the place, whether you were at home, a friend's house, or a public viewing area.

Example

I watched the match on April 2, 2011, at my friend's house. We had gathered there with a group of friends, and the excitement in the air was palpable. Everyone was wearing blue jerseys, and we had snacks and drinks ready for the big game.


Cue 3:What was the most exciting moment?

  • Identify a specific moment in the competition that stood out as the most thrilling.
  • Explain why this moment was exciting, including any emotions or reactions from the crowd.

Example

The most exciting moment was when MS Dhoni hit a six to win the match. The entire room erupted in cheers, and I felt a rush of joy and pride. It was a defining moment, as it not only secured the victory but also showcased Dhoni's incredible skill and composure under pressure.


Cue 4:And explain how it made you feel.

  • Share your personal feelings during and after the competition, focusing on the emotional impact.
  • Discuss any sense of pride or connection you felt with your country or the sport.

Example

Watching India win the World Cup made me feel immensely proud to be an Indian. I was filled with joy and a sense of unity with my friends and fellow fans. It was a moment that brought everyone together, celebrating our team's hard work and dedication.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, watching the ICC Cricket World Cup final was an unforgettable experience that filled me with pride and excitement. It reminded me of the power of sports to bring people together and create lasting memories.


    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: Lack of Specific Details

    Candidates often provide vague answers without specific details about the competition. This can make the response less engaging and informative.

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    Include specific names, dates, and locations related to the competition to make your answer more vivid and interesting.


    2: Ignoring Emotional Impact

    Many candidates forget to express their feelings about the competition. This can lead to a flat and uninteresting response.

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    Share your emotions during the competition, especially during exciting moments, to connect better with the listener.


    Rushing Through the Answer

    Some candidates speak too quickly, missing important points and making it hard for the examiner to follow.

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    Take your time to structure your answer clearly, pausing between points to ensure clarity and coherence.


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    Band 6-7

    I would describe myself as not a sport person because I am an introvert, I really like to play games but I remember recently I watched a wrestling match between the legendary Mike Tyson and the YouTuber Logan Paul. It was a cut-throat battle between these two and I was mesmerized with all the action happening in the screen but unfortunately due to the old age Mike Tyson lost the match and Logan Paul won another wrestling match which is added to his record.

    Band 6-7

    I follow the Formula One World Championship Series. It is a motorsport event. The website that I get live coverage of the sport is called Fan Code. And I possess a subscription for it. In the last season, I think the best moment was when Max Verstappen started 17th on the grid. But went on to winning the race even though it was raining heavily. It has been deemed a miracle since. Because it just seemed impossible and a great feat. And I suppose that my favourite driver is Max Verstappen. But in addition to him, I really adore Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri as well. But my favourite team would be Ferrari.

    Band 6-7

    The sports I mostly watch is one and only, that is cricket. I've loved cricket since I was a kid, since I don't have any sisters. I grew up with my two younger brothers, so I was more into this boy thing. They used to tell me about cricket, they used to explain me how to fight cricket. So, since a young age I developed an interest about cricket and I love to watch cricket. My favourite cricket player is Sharma. He is really good at batting, plus he has this cute face which makes me love him. I also have a crush on him, so I just watch cricket just for him.

    Band 6-7

    So, I watched a cricket match. My sister-in-law was preparing for it, you know, last few weeks. So she invited me to watch her cricket match. So the cricket match was held in a mall on the fourth floor. So we went there with my nephew. So he was eagerly excited to watch the show, watch the cricket match. So we went there and so the other team was playing. My sister-in-law's, my sister-in-law's was waiting for her chance. So then her chance came and then she started playing. So the match was really good. She scored 18 runs and she scored 2 sixes. So which was really great. We cheered for her and it went well. And after that we got some samosas and cold drinks to drink. And then we went to downstairs to cheer her up and to congratulate her as her team won. We had burgers, fries as my nephew liked fries. My nephew is four years old. So we had a great time watching her match and we really enjoyed how cricket match goes on. I'm not a huge fan of cricket, but sometimes I do watch IPL. So my favorite team in IPL is KKR. Even my sister-in-law is a huge fan of IPL. So whenever there's a cricket match, we watch together and spend time together.

    Band 6-7

    The IPL match versus Royal Chennai, Bangalore and San Francisco Hyderabad is a sport I watch in the stadium with my family. It held on April in the year 2024 at Uppal Stadium. This is a special match for me because in the match, the Sunrisers Hyderabad, that is the home team of my state, scored highest in the history of the IPL, around 287 runs was scored by our team and it is a proud moment for all of us as the Hyderabad match, in the particular Hyderabad match, the team scored so well and it was not performed in the previous matches. Moreover, in this match, batting by Abhishek Sharma and Head, Travis Head, is wonderful. They had a partnership of 125 runs in just 6 overs in the power play. It was the highest score in the history and it is a memorable match for all of us.

    Band 6-7

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    Band 6

    The sports competition that I have watched was the ICC Men's Tournament, 50 Overs World Cup and it was one of the most exciting match and being a cricket enthusiast, I always love watching cricket specially when India do well and India is in that competition. I love watching cricket and moreover, India hasn't lost any of the matches before and was successfully into the finale against Australia. That was one of the most exciting part for me and Australia is one of the top countries and the players are fierce and too much into competition. I have watched it from my home, I don't remember the exact date but it was around October and November. Moreover, it was one of the most thriller match I have ever watched. India was doing so well. The fun and the most exciting part was me watching Virat Kohli but the heart breaking part was I remember distinctly that he got out very soon and since India batted first, they scored around 240 or 250 something in between.

    Band 6

    I do not really like watching sports but I remember as a kid my mother and my brother they would watch the cricket match as always India was playing against Pakistan or Sri Lanka or Bangladesh. I had no other choice but to sit with them and watch the game. So I have a brief idea how it used to be and how the game goes but I remember every time my mom would pass and give her own commentary regarding oh no you should do this oh no you should do that oh my god he's not out he's cheating and it was kind of hilarious. Me and my brother would always laugh. I enjoyed the commercials a lot because that was something that I could watch and relate to but I remember every time India won the match my mom would be on cloud nine. She would yell, she would enjoy, she would whistle, she would clap her hands. Sometimes I got scared as to what is even happening but I just got used to it over a period of time. But yes, looking at my mom happy, made me happy.

    Band 6

    Well, there is a plethora of sport competitions held in my college, but one of the competitions I watched was the badminton competition, which was held in my college. When I was in my college, one day a competition was held there, which was the badminton competition, and our whole class is available on that stadium, and I loved to watch and play badminton, so that's why I'm going to watch the badminton sports competition. Well, the competition is between the two groups. One group is one of my favorites, and that competition was very tough because both were very good in that sport. Well, I and my classmates enjoyed it a lot, and I'm very excited to watch that because everyone played very well. Well, one of my badminton players is my favorite because he was in my classmate, and also he played as a national player, so he was very good in that game. Everyone cheers to every sportsman, so that he never loses confidence. Everyone played well, and at the end, the game was won by my classmate, which I already told you. The game was very good.
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