2007 T20 World Cup Final
The 2007 ICC World Twenty20 was the second edition of the ICC World Twenty20, a international cricket tournament. The final match was played between India and Pakistan on September 24, 2007, at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa.The Stage Was Set
India had reached the final after defeating Australia by 15 runs in the semi-final, while Pakistan had defeated Sri Lanka by 7 wickets. The stage was set for an epic battle between two arch-rivals of international cricket.| Tournament Details | India vs Pakistan Final |
|---|---|
| Date and Time | Sep 24, 2007, 14:30 local time |
| Venue | Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Result | India won by 5 runs (D/L method) |
The Match Highlights
The match was a thrilling contest that went down to the wire. India, batting first, scored 157/5 in their allotted 20 overs, with Rohan Gavaskar and Yuvraj Singh contributing 23 runs each. In response, Pakistan's batting lineup faltered under pressure, with only Shahid Afridi (54) showing resistance.- India won the toss and chose to bat first
- Rohan Gavaskar and Yuvraj Singh scored 23 runs each
- Pakistan's batting lineup struggled under pressure
- Shahid Afridi was the top scorer for Pakistan with 54 runs
The Final Scorecard
India: 157/5 in 20 overs Pakistan: 152/9 in 20 overs 2007 T20 World Cup Final Scorecard:Click here to view the full scorecard.