Group stage (Group A) — 1996 Cricket World Cup
March 1, 1996 · Vidarbha C.A. Ground, Nagpur
Result: AUAustralia — Australia won by 8 wickets. ZIZimbabwe 154 all out (45.3 overs), AUAustralia 158/2 (36 overs). March 1, 1996 · Vidarbha C.A. Ground, Nagpur.
Scorecard
Zimbabwe won the toss and chose to bat.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| ZIZimbabwe (1st innings) | 154 all out (45.3 overs) |
| AUAustralia (2nd innings) | 158/2 (36 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| ZIZimbabwe | Andy Waller | 67 (137) |
| AUAustralia | Mark Waugh | 76* (129) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Shane Warne | 4/34 |
Player of the Match
Shane Warne (Australia)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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