The 1996 World Cup in numbers

From the leading run-scorers to the best bowling performances, here's a breakdown of all the numbers from the 1996 World Cup.

Published : May 04, 2019 11:25 IST

Sri Lanka captain with the 1996 World Cup trophy.
Sri Lanka captain with the 1996 World Cup trophy.
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Sri Lanka captain with the 1996 World Cup trophy.

Winner: Sri Lanka

Runner-up: Australia

Losing semifinalists: India and West Indies

Country-wise performance

Note: The above tally does not include the two matches forfeited by Australia and West Indies (they refused to travel to Sri Lanka to play their league matches for security reasons). Sri Lanka was declared the winner and awarded points on both occasions.

Highest team totals

Lowest team totals

Highest individual scores

+ World Cup debut

Leading run-scorers

Best bowling performances

+ World Cup debut

Leading wicket-takers

 

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