Group stage (Group A) — 1987 Cricket World Cup
October 13, 1987 · M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Result: AUAustralia — Australia won by 96 runs. AUAustralia 235/9 (50 overs), ZIZimbabwe 139 all out (42.4 overs). October 13, 1987 · M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
Player of the Match not confirmed to this round's sourcing standard.
Scorecard
Zimbabwe won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| AUAustralia (1st innings) | 235/9 (50 overs) |
| ZIZimbabwe (2nd innings) | 139 all out (42.4 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Allan Border | 67 (88) |
| AUAustralia | David Boon | 62 (101) |
| ZIZimbabwe | Andy Waller | 30 (38) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Tim May | 4/39 |
| AUAustralia | Simon O'Donnell | 4/29 |
Player of the Match
Not confirmed to this site's sourcing standard for this match — omitted rather than guessed at.
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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