1992 Cricket World Cup – First Match: New Zealand vs. Australia
The first match of the 1992 Cricket World Cup was played between New Zealand and Australia at Eden Park, Auckland on February 22, 1992.
Match Summary:
- Toss: New Zealand won the toss and decided to bat first.
New Zealand’s Innings:
- Total Score: 248/6 in 50 overs.
- Top Scorer: Martin Crowe (Captain) – 100 runs off 134 balls.
- Other Notable Contribution: Ken Rutherford – 57 runs off 71 balls.
- Key Bowler: Craig McDermott took 2 wickets for Australia.
Australia’s Innings:
- Total Score: Australia was all out for 211 runs in 48.1 overs.
- Top Scorer: David Boon – 100 runs off 133 balls.
- Other Contributions: Steve Waugh – 38 runs off 34 balls.
- Key Bowler: Gavin Larsen took 3 wickets for New Zealand.
Result:
- New Zealand won by 37 runs.
Man of the Match:
- Martin Crowe was awarded Man of the Match for his brilliant century.