Group stage (Group B) — 1996 Cricket World Cup
March 6, 1996 · Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Result: PAPakistan — Pakistan won by 46 runs. PAPakistan 281/5 (50 overs), NZNew Zealand 235 all out. March 6, 1996 · Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Pakistan finished 2nd in Group B behind South Africa. Exact New Zealand innings/overs figure not fully confirmed to this round's sourcing standard.
Scorecard
New Zealand won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| PAPakistan (1st innings) | 281/5 (50 overs) |
| NZNew Zealand (2nd innings) | 235 all out |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| PAPakistan | Aamer Sohail | 50 |
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
Salim Malik (Pakistan)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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