2011 World Cup: A Turning Point in Cricket History
The 2011 World Cup was a tournament that will forever be etched in the memories of cricket enthusiasts around the world. Held in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh from February 19 to April 2, 2011, this event marked a significant milestone in the history of international cricket. The ICC World Cup 2011 was won by India, who defeated Sri Lanka in the final match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 2, 2011.
A Glance at the Tournament’s Background
The 2011 cricket world cup was the tenth edition of the ICC Cricket World Cup. This tournament saw the participation of 14 teams from around the world, including India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and South Africa. The event was held across nine cities in three countries – India (8 venues), Sri Lanka (3 venues), and Bangladesh (1 venue).
| Venue | Location |
| — | — |
| Feroz Shah Kotla Ground | Delhi, India |
| Punjab Cricket Association Stadium | Mohali, India |
| MA Chidambaram Stadium | Chennai, India |
| Sawai Mansingh Stadium | Jaipur, India |
The Road to the Final
The 2011 world cup final was a culmination of months of intense competition between the top teams in international cricket. The tournament saw some thrilling matches, including the semi-finals between India and Pakistan, and Sri Lanka against New Zealand. These matches set the stage for an epic final showdown between India and Sri Lanka.
| Team | Matches Won | Matches Lost |
| — | — | — |
| India | 9 | 0 |
| Sri Lanka | 7 | 2 |
Key Players of the Tournament
The ICC World Cup 2011 saw some outstanding performances from cricketers across the globe. Some of the key players who made a mark in this tournament include:
* Sachin Tendulkar (India) – Scoring his first-ever World Cup century
* Virender Sehwag (India) – Notching up two centuries and finishing as the highest run-scorer
* MS Dhoni (India) – Leading India to their second World Cup