Group stage (Group A) — 2011 Cricket World Cup
March 19, 2011 · R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Result: PAPakistan — Pakistan won by 4 wickets. AUAustralia 176 all out (46.4 overs), PAPakistan 178/6 (41 overs). March 19, 2011 · R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
This result ended Australia's 34-match unbeaten run at Cricket World Cups, dating back to 1999.
Scorecard
Australia won the toss and chose to bat.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| AUAustralia (1st innings) | 176 all out (46.4 overs) |
| PAPakistan (2nd innings) | 178/6 (41 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| PAPakistan | Asad Shafiq | 46 (81) |
| PAPakistan | Umar Akmal | 44* (59) |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Brett Lee | 4/28 |
| PAPakistan | Umar Gul | 3/30 |
| PAPakistan | Abdul Razzaq | 2/8 |
Player of the Match
Umar Akmal (Pakistan)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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