ICC World Cup 2023: Biggest WC upsets over the years
Updated On: 18 October, 2023 10:20 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
ICC World Cup 2023: Mid-Day takes a look at six underdog triumphs at the global showpiece event
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Netherlands` players walk back to the pavilion after their victory (Pic: AFP)
The Netherlands vanquished South Africa by 38 runs at the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023 on Tuesday, beating a Test-playing nation at the tournament for the first time. Mid-Day looks at other stunning wins in the history of the tournament.
1983, Zimbabwe beat Australia by 13 runs
Playing in their first ever One-Day International, Zimbabwe stunned an Australian side boasting the likes of Allan Border, Dennis Lillee and Jeff Thomson in the opening game of the tournament at Trent Bridge. Batting first, Zimbabwe rode on the back of an undefeated 69 from Duncan Fletcher on their way to 239-6 in 60 overs. Kepler Wessels top-scored for Australia but they fell short as Fletcher then starred with the ball taking 4-42 after the Aussies had appeared to be cruising on 61 for no loss at one stage.
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