Group stage (Group B) — 1996 Cricket World Cup
February 14, 1996 · Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad
Result: NZNew Zealand — New Zealand won by 11 runs. NZNew Zealand 239/6 (50 overs), ENEngland 228/9 (50 overs). February 14, 1996 · Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad.
The tournament's opening match; Astle's century (on his World Cup debut) was the first century of the 1996 World Cup.
Scorecard
England won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| NZNew Zealand (1st innings) | 239/6 (50 overs) |
| ENEngland (2nd innings) | 228/9 (50 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| NZNew Zealand | Nathan Astle | 101 (132) |
| ENEngland | Graeme Hick | 85 (102, run out) |
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
Nathan Astle (New Zealand)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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