BHUBANESWAR 14-Jul-2019
Host England won their first ICC World Cup title, defeating New Zealand on boundary count back rule after the nerve-wracking and controversial final match ended in tie at Lord’s, London today. The boundary count-back rule was applied after play in stipulated and super overs ended in tie.
Two-time champions India flattered to deceive in the 12th edition of the World Cup as they crashed out in the semifinals after emerging table toppers at the league stage with 15 points from nine games. In the rain-marred first semifinal which was played over two days, India lost to New Zealand by 18 runs at Old Trafford in Manchester on July 10.
