2011 World Cup
The 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup was the tenth edition of the tournament, held in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh from February 19 to April 2, 2011. The event saw a massive participation of teams, with 14 teams competing for the coveted trophy.Tournament Overview
The 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup was a round-robin tournament followed by semi-finals and a final match. A total of 49 matches were played during the tournament, featuring all the participating teams. The tournament saw some thrilling matches, with several upsets and nail-biting finishes.The tournament kicked off on February 19, 2011, with the first match between India and Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.
2011 Cricket World Cup
The group stage of the tournament saw some exciting matches, with several teams showcasing their skills. The top four teams from each group qualified for the semi-finals.Group Stage Highlights
- New Zealand's Thrilling Win Over Sri Lanka: New Zealand defeated Sri Lanka by 110 runs in a thrilling match at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
The group stage saw some exciting matches, with several teams showcasing their skills. The top four teams from each group qualified for the semi-finals.
2011 World Cup Final
The 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup final was played between India and Sri Lanka at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 2, 2011. India won the match by 6 wickets, with MS Dhoni hitting the winning runs.Final Match Highlights
| Team | Scores |
|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 275/10 (49.6 overs) |
| India | 277/4 (48.2 overs) |
The final match saw a thrilling performance from both teams, with Sri Lanka setting a target of 275 runs for India. However, India's batsmen, led by MS Dhoni, chased down the target with ease.
ICC World Cup 2011: A Review
- Best Team:** India won the tournament, defeating Sri Lanka in the final match.
- Most Runs:** Virender Sehwag was the top scorer of the tournament, with a total of 380 runs.
- Most Wickets:** Muttiah Muralitharan took 15 wickets during the tournament, earning him the Purple Cap award.
The 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup was a thrilling event that saw some exciting matches and nail-biting finishes. The tournament showcased the skills of several teams and players, with India emerging as the eventual winner.
Common Questions and Answers
Q: What was the format of the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup? A: The tournament followed a round-robin format, with all participating teams competing against each other. The top four teams from each group qualified for the semi-finals.
Q: Who won the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup? A: India won the tournament, defeating Sri Lanka in the final match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 2, 2011.
Q: What was the most memorable moment of the tournament? A: The most memorable moment of the tournament was MS Dhoni's winning runs in the final match against Sri Lanka, which sealed India's victory and earned him the