Group stage (Group A) — 1999 Cricket World Cup
May 14, 1999 · Lord's, London
Result: ENEngland — England won by 8 wickets. SLSri Lanka 204 all out (48.4 overs), ENEngland 207/2 (46.5 overs). May 14, 1999 · Lord's, London.
Tournament opener at Lord's.
Scorecard
England won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| SLSri Lanka (1st innings) | 204 all out (48.4 overs) |
| ENEngland (2nd innings) | 207/2 (46.5 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| SLSri Lanka | Romesh Kaluwitharana | 57 (66) |
| ENEngland | Alec Stewart | 88 (146) |
| ENEngland | Graeme Hick | 73* (88) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| ENEngland | Alan Mullally | 4/37 |
Player of the Match
Alec Stewart (England)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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