Group stage (Pool A) — 2003 Cricket World Cup
February 16, 2003 · Buffalo Park, East London
Result: ENEngland — England won by 6 wickets (160 balls remaining). NENetherlands 142/9 (50 overs), ENEngland 144/4 (23.2 overs). February 16, 2003 · Buffalo Park, East London.
Scorecard
England won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| NENetherlands (1st innings) | 142/9 (50 overs) |
| ENEngland (2nd innings) | 144/4 (23.2 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| NENetherlands | Tim de Leede | 58 (96) |
| ENEngland | Nick Knight | 51 (58) |
| ENEngland | Michael Vaughan | 51 (47) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| ENEngland | James Anderson | 4/25 |
| NENetherlands | Daan van Bunge | 3/16 |
Player of the Match
James Anderson (England)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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