And incidentally on his first point, ChatGPT shows yet again how much tougher Aussies (and other cricket playing nations) are:
Q: is a baseball or cricket ball harder if you were hit by it traveling at 100 miles an hour?
A: A cricket ball would generally be harder to be hit by compared to a baseball at 100 miles per hour. Here's why:
Weight: A cricket ball is heavier than a baseball. A cricket ball typically weighs around 5.5 to 5.75 ounces (156 to 163 grams), while a baseball weighs about 5 ounces (142 grams). The additional mass of the cricket ball means it carries more force when it hits you, even at the same speed.
Size and Shape: While the size difference is not as drastic as the weight, a cricket ball is slightly larger than a baseball, and its solid, hard nature (compared to the slightly softer surface of a baseball) means it can cause more damage on impact.
Hardness: Cricket balls are made with a solid core and a tough leather exterior, making them very hard. Baseballs are also hard, but cricket balls tend to have a more solid and less forgiving exterior, which would likely result in a sharper impact.
In summary, a cricket ball would likely feel harder to be hit by due to its heavier weight and solid construction. Getting hit by either at 100 mph would be extremely painful, but the cricket ball's characteristics might make the impact even more severe.
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