Highest Run Scorers of the Series Player Team Matches Runs Average Highest Score 100s 50s Herschelle Gibbs South Africa 5 326 81.50 175 1 1 Ricky Ponting Australia 5 288 57.60 164 1 1 Simon Katich Australia 5 255 51.00 79 0 3 Highest Wicket Takers of the Series Player Team Matches Wickets Average Best…
Highest Run Scorers of the Series Player Team Matches Runs Average Highest Score 100s 50s Matthew Hayden Australia 3 549 109.80 203 2 2 VVS Laxman India 3 503 83.83 281 1 2 Sachin Tendulkar India 3 304 50.66 126 1 1 Highest Wicket Takers of the Series Player Team Matches Wickets Average Best Bowling…
Introduction The 1983 Cricket World Cup, officially known as the Prudential Cup ’83, was the third edition of the Cricket World Cup. Hosted by England from June 9 to June 25, 1983, this tournament is best remembered for India’s remarkable and unexpected victory under the captaincy of Kapil Dev. The tournament featured a total of…
Introduction The 1979 Cricket World Cup, officially known as the Prudential Cup ’79, was the second edition of the Cricket World Cup. Held in England from June 9 to June 23, 1979, this tournament saw the West Indies successfully defend their title, further establishing themselves as the dominant force in One Day International (ODI) cricket….
Introduction The 1987 Cricket World Cup, officially known as the Reliance Cup, was the fourth edition of the Cricket World Cup and marked the first time the tournament was held outside England. Co-hosted by India and Pakistan from October 8 to November 8, 1987, this World Cup was significant for many reasons, including its introduction…
The 2005 Ashes series is often regarded as one of the greatest cricket series of all time. It was a five-match Test series played between England and Australia, held in England from July 21 to September 12, 2005. The series is notable for its intense competition, thrilling finishes, and high-quality cricket, which captivated fans worldwide…
The 1996 Cricket World Cup, also known as the Wills World Cup, was the sixth edition of the ICC Cricket World Cup. It was hosted by three South Asian countries: India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, from February 14 to March 17, 1996. This tournament was notable for several reasons, including Sri Lanka’s historic win, the…
Introduction The 1975 Cricket World Cup, officially known as the Prudential Cup ’75, was the first-ever One Day International (ODI) cricket tournament organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Held in England from June 7 to June 21, 1975, it marked the beginning of what would become one of the most prestigious tournaments in the…
The 1992 Cricket World Cup, held in Australia and New Zealand, was a landmark event in cricket history. It was the fifth edition of the tournament and introduced several new features that would become standard in future World Cups, such as colored clothing, white cricket balls, and day/night matches played under floodlights. Tournament Summary: Highest…
The 1999 Cricket World Cup, officially known as the ICC Cricket World Cup, was the seventh edition of the tournament. It was held in England from May 14 to June 20, 1999. This edition of the World Cup is particularly remembered for its thrilling matches, iconic performances, and dramatic moments. Tournament Summary: Host: England Dates:…
