Group stage (Group B) — 1987 Cricket World Cup
October 9, 1987 · Jinnah Stadium, Gujranwala
Result: ENEngland — England won by 2 wickets. WIWest Indies 243/7 (50 overs), ENEngland 246/8 (49.3 overs). October 9, 1987 · Jinnah Stadium, Gujranwala.
Lamb's unbeaten 67 anchored a tight England chase.
Scorecard
England won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| WIWest Indies (1st innings) | 243/7 (50 overs) |
| ENEngland (2nd innings) | 246/8 (49.3 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| WIWest Indies | Richie Richardson | 53 (80) |
| WIWest Indies | Gus Logie | 49 (41) |
| ENEngland | Allan Lamb | 67* (68) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| ENEngland | Neil Foster | 3/53 |
| WIWest Indies | Carl Hooper | 3/42 |
Player of the Match
Allan Lamb (England)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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