Group stage (Pool A) — 2003 Cricket World Cup
February 27, 2003 · Sedgars Park, Potchefstroom
Result: AUAustralia — Australia won by 256 runs. AUAustralia 301/6 (50 overs), NANamibia 45 all out (14 overs). February 27, 2003 · Sedgars Park, Potchefstroom.
McGrath's 7/15 were World Cup-record bowling figures at the time; the 256-run margin was also a World Cup record margin of victory at the time.
Scorecard
Australia won the toss and chose to bat.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| AUAustralia (1st innings) | 301/6 (50 overs) |
| NANamibia (2nd innings) | 45 all out (14 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Darren Lehmann | 50* (31) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Glenn McGrath | 7/15 |
Player of the Match
Glenn McGrath (Australia)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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