Group stage (Pool A) — 2015 Cricket World Cup
February 14, 2015 · Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
Result: AUAustralia — Australia won by 111 runs. AUAustralia 342/9 (50 overs), ENEngland 231 all out (41.5 overs). February 14, 2015 · Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne.
James Anderson's contentious run-out dismissal was later acknowledged by the ICC as an incorrect call.
Scorecard
England won the toss and chose to field.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| AUAustralia (1st innings) | 342/9 (50 overs) |
| ENEngland (2nd innings) | 231 all out (41.5 overs) |
Leading batters
| Team | Batter | Runs (balls) |
|---|---|---|
| AUAustralia | Aaron Finch | 135 |
Leading bowlers
| Team | Bowler | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| ENEngland | Steven Finn | 3 wickets (hat-trick: Haddin, Maxwell, Johnson) |
Player of the Match
Aaron Finch (Australia)
Data last verified: 11 August 2026.
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