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| S NO. | TEAMS | YEAR |
| 1. | AUSTRALIA vs WEST INDIES | 1975 |
| 2. | AUSTRALIA vs SOUTH AFRICA | 1999 |
| 3. | WEST INDIES vs INDIA | 1983 |
| 4. | IRELAND vs ENGLAND | 2011 |
| 5. | INDIA vs SRILANKA | 2011 |
5. India vs Sri Lanka (2011)
In the 2011 World Cup, when India beat Sri Lanka by 6 wickets, the partnership between Gautam Gambhir and MS Dhoni was memorable. In pursuit of a remarkable victory target of 275, the Indian cricket team maintained their composure, with Gautam Gambhir scoring 97 and Mahendra Singh Dhoni remaining unbeaten on 91, allowing them to successfully achieve the goal with 10 balls to spare. This incredible triumph sent the passionate cricket-loving nation of India into a state of jubilation.
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This victory marked India’s second World Cup win, with their first triumph occurring in 1983. As a result, India joined the ranks of Australia and the West Indies as one of the three nations to have secured the World Cup title more than once.
4. Ireland vs England (2011)
Kavin O’ Brien created history by smashing the fastest century of 113 runs in the world cup just in 50 balls. By this match Ireland got their biggest game possible on the biggest stage of cricket. During Ireland’s chase of England’s formidable total of 327 for eight, the team was in a tough spot at 111-5. However, O’Brien showcased an incredible demonstration of power-hitting that surpassed the previous fastest century record in the World Cup, previously held by Australia’s Matthew Hayden, who scored 100 runs off 66 balls in 2007.
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3. West Indies vs India (1983)
The fact that India reached the final was a surprising turn of events. The West Indies’ fast bowlers limited India to a mere 183 runs in 54 overs, with Kris Srikkanth being the top scorer with 38 runs. However, on an extraordinary day at Lord’s, the Indian bowlers astounded the reigning world champion West Indies with an outstanding bowling performance. Following this iconic triumph that left the cricketing world in awe, the Indian team celebrated with great joy.
2. Australia vs South Africa (1999)
Australia and South Africa created a truly remarkable moment in World Cup history. The powerful all-rounder, Lance Klusener, almost secured a win for South Africa, needing just 1 run with 4 balls left. However, in a puzzling turn of events, he sprinted for victory while the last man, Allan Donald, hesitated before starting to run. This confusion led to both batsmen being run out, resulting in a tied match. This match, filled with excitement and drama, is often hailed as the greatest one-day international ever played.
1. Australia vs West Indies (1975)
In the inaugural World Cup final at Lord’s, Clive Lloyd played a pivotal role, scoring a magnificent century as he led West Indies to a 17-run victory over Australia. Despite an early batting collapse, Lloyd’s explosive hundred and Viv Richards’ outstanding fielding performance put West Indies in a commanding position. Nevertheless, a remarkable last-wicket partnership between fast bowlers Jeff Thomson and Dennis Lillee kept Australia’s hopes alive until Deryck Murray’s run-out of Thomson sealed a thrilling victory for the Windies.
Conclusion
From the above article, it is concluded that these 5 matches have been the best of all time in the history of the world cup.
