Group stage (Pool B) — 2003 Cricket World Cup
February 24, 2003 · Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi
Result: KEKenya — Kenya won by 53 runs. KEKenya 210/9 (50 overs), SLSri Lanka 157 all out. February 24, 2003 · Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi.
One of the great upsets in Cricket World Cup history — Kenya's first-ever ODI win over Sri Lanka, and Obuya's 5/24 remains the best World Cup bowling figures by a Kenyan.
Scorecard
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| KEKenya (1st innings) | 210/9 (50 overs) |
| SLSri Lanka (2nd innings) | 157 all out |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| Not confirmed to this site's sourcing standard for this match — omitted rather than guessed at. | ||
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| KEKenya | Collins Obuya | 5/24 |
Player of the Match
Collins Obuya (Kenya)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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