Group stage (Group A) — 1987 Cricket World Cup
October 30, 1987 · Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
Result: AUAustralia — Australia won by 70 runs. AUAustralia 266/5 (50 overs), ZIZimbabwe 196/6 (50 overs). October 30, 1987 · Barabati Stadium, Cuttack.
Boon's second Player of the Match award of the tournament.
Scorecard
Zimbabwe won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| AUAustralia (1st innings) | 266/5 (50 overs) |
| ZIZimbabwe (2nd innings) | 196/6 (50 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | David Boon | 93 (101) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| Not confirmed to this site's sourcing standard for this match — omitted rather than guessed at. | ||
Player of the Match
David Boon (Australia)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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