Group stage (Group B) — 1996 Cricket World Cup
February 27, 1996 · Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
Result: NZNew Zealand — New Zealand won by 109 runs. NZNew Zealand 276/8 (47 overs), UAEUnited Arab Emirates 167/9 (47 overs). February 27, 1996 · Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad.
Match reduced to 47 overs per side due to heavy mist. This win clinched New Zealand's quarter-final qualification. Toss result not confirmed to this round's sourcing standard.
Scorecard
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| NZNew Zealand (1st innings) | 276/8 (47 overs) |
| UAEUnited Arab Emirates (2nd innings) | 167/9 (47 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| NZNew Zealand | Roger Twose | 92 (112) |
| NZNew Zealand | Craig Spearman | 78 (77) |
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
Roger Twose (New Zealand)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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