Group stage (Group A) — 1999 Cricket World Cup
May 29-30, 1999 · Edgbaston, Birmingham
Result: INIndia — India won by 63 runs. INIndia 232/8 (50 overs), ENEngland 169 all out (45.2 overs). May 29-30, 1999 · Edgbaston, Birmingham.
Rain interrupted England's chase and play was suspended overnight, resuming the next day. This defeat contributed to co-hosts England's group-stage elimination.
Scorecard
England won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| INIndia (1st innings) | 232/8 (50 overs) |
| ENEngland (2nd innings) | 169 all out (45.2 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| INIndia | Rahul Dravid | 53 (82) |
| INIndia | Ajay Jadeja | 39 (30) |
| ENEngland | Graham Thorpe | 36 (57) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| INIndia | Sourav Ganguly | 3/27 |
Player of the Match
Sourav Ganguly (India)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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