OTD: England Defeated New Zealand In Dramatic Super Over To Clinch World Cup 2019

England won the ODI World Cup 2019 under the leadership of Eoin Morgan [x.com]

Five years ago today, on July 14, 2019, England clinched their maiden ODI World Cup title in a thrilling final against New Zealand at Lord’s Cricket Ground.

In a match that will forever be etched in cricket history, both teams ended their respective 50 overs tied at 241 runs each, leading to the first-ever Super Over in a World Cup final.

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New Zealand, opting to bat first, posted a challenging 241/8, with Henry Nicholls top-scoring with 55 runs. England’s bowlers, Chris Woakes and Liam Plunkett, each claimed three wickets to restrict the Kiwis.

In response, England’s chase was anything but straightforward, with Ben Stokes playing a heroic innings of 89 not out, steering his team to a tied score in the final over.

The match saw pivotal moments, including a crucial over-throw that resulted in England being awarded extra runs. This led to a Super Over, where both teams scored 15 runs apiece.

Greatest finale ends in boundary count

 However, England secured victory based on boundary count, having hit 26 boundaries compared to New Zealand’s 17 throughout the match.

Under the captaincy of Eoin Morgan, England’s triumph marked a historic moment, ending their quest for a World Cup title after years of near misses.

New Zealand, meanwhile, suffered heartbreak for the second consecutive World Cup final, despite displaying exceptional grit throughout the tournament.

The 2019 final will be remembered as one of the greatest ODIs ever played, showcasing the drama and unpredictability that cricket fans cherish.

England’s victory not only solidified their status as world champions but also underscored the competitive spirit and intensity of cricket at its highest level.