1999 Cricket World Cup Victory
Australia's 1999 World Cup victory began a 12-year era of dominance.
Australia's 12-year era of World Cup dominance began with the 1999 tournament, hosted for the fourth time by England.
Quick Facts
- Key match turning point
- Semi-final vs South Africa (1999)
Lore & Background
In a one-sided final at Lord's, Shane Warne's four wickets helped to restrict Pakistan to 132 runs, all out with 11 overs yet to bat. A rapid fifty from Adam Gilchrist, and support from Mark Waugh, Ponting and Darren Lehmann, saw Australia reach the total in just over 20 overs, winning by eight wickets.
Reader's Guide
The 1999 World Cup final was played at Lord's. Australia won by eight wickets.
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