Group stage (Pool A) — 2003 Cricket World Cup
February 20, 2003 · Sedgars Park, Potchefstroom
Result: AUAustralia — Australia won by 75 runs (D/L method). AUAustralia 170/2 (36 overs, rain-reduced), NENetherlands 122 all out (30.2 overs). February 20, 2003 · Sedgars Park, Potchefstroom.
D/L target was set at 198 off 36 overs after rain. Player of the Match not confirmed to this round's sourcing standard.
Scorecard
Netherlands won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| AUAustralia (1st innings) | 170/2 (36 overs, rain-reduced) |
| NENetherlands (2nd innings) | 122 all out (30.2 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Damien Martyn | 67 (76) |
| NENetherlands | Tim de Leede | 24 (38) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Andrew Bichel | 3/25 |
Player of the Match
Not confirmed to this site's sourcing standard for this match — omitted rather than guessed at.
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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