1999 Cricket World Cup
The 1999 ICC Cricket World Cup, also known as the NatWest Triangular Tournament, was the eighth edition of the tournament and took place in England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and the Netherlands from May 14 to June 20, 1999. The tournament featured eight teams that competed in a triangular format, with Pakistan, South Africa, and West Indies making up the other three teams besides India.Format and Teams
The tournament consisted of two groups of four teams each, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semifinals. The final match was played at Lord's Cricket Ground in London. Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first, scoring 132 runs. India managed to chase down the target, winning by 47 runs.1999 World Cup Highlights
The 1999 ICC Cricket World Cup was marked by several memorable moments, including: * Sachin Tendulkar's record-breaking century against Kenya * Pakistan's thrilling victory over West Indies in a rain-affected match * India's dominant performance against Sri Lanka and Bangladesh| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| India vs. Kenya | India won by 70 runs |
| Pakistan vs. West Indies | Pakistan won by 1 run (D/L method) |
| India vs. Sri Lanka | India won by 82 runs |
| India vs. Bangladesh | India won by 63 runs |
- Sachin Tendulkar's century against Kenya was his second of the tournament.
- Pakistan's victory over West Indies was their first in a World Cup match since 1992.
- India's dominant performance against Sri Lanka and Bangladesh set them up for a strong finish in the tournament.
In conclusion, the 1999 ICC Cricket World Cup was an exciting tournament that featured some thrilling matches and memorable moments. India's victory in the final marked their second World Cup