1992 World Cup Final
Pakistan's first World Cup triumph, sealed by Imran Khan's captain's innings and Wasim Akram's decisive spell.
The 1992 Cricket World Cup final was played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Pakistan and England. Pakistan won by 22 runs to become World Cup champions for the first time.
Quick Facts
- Man of the match
- Wasim Akram (Pakistan)
Lore & Background
In the final, Derek Pringle took two early wickets for England before Imran Khan and Javed Miandad added 139 for the third wicket. Imran scored 72 and Miandad 58. Inzamam-ul-Haq made 42 and Wasim Akram 33, helping Pakistan set a target of 250. England's chase faltered at 69/4, and despite a 71-run partnership between Allan Lamb and Neil Fairbrother, Wasim Akram dismissed Lamb and Chris Lewis in the 35th over. Fairbrother was caught by Moin Khan off Aaqib Javed, and Imran Khan had the final say when he had Richard Illingworth caught.
Reader's Guide
The final was played at the MCG. Pakistan batted first and scored 250. England were bowled out for 227. Wasim Akram was the key bowler for Pakistan, taking two wickets in the 35th over. The match ended with Pakistan winning by 22 runs.
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