Man of the Match Winners Who Shone in ICC World Cup Finals

The ICC Cricket World Cup has a storied history filled with memorable moments and extraordinary performances. While the tournament itself is a celebration of cricketing excellence, the spotlight often falls on the Man of the Match winners in the finals. These individuals have not only contributed significantly to their team’s victory but have also etched their names in the annals of cricketing history. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the remarkable performances of some iconic Man of the Match winners in World Cup finals.

 

Clive Lloyd (West Indies, 1975):

The inaugural Cricket World Cup in 1975 set the stage for the greatness of West Indies captain Clive Lloyd. In the final against Australia, Lloyd’s century (102 off 85 balls) was a pivotal moment. His brilliant batting led the West Indies to their first World Cup title, leaving an indelible mark on cricket history.

 

Sir Vivian Richards (West Indies, 1979):

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Four years later, another West Indian legend, Sir Vivian Richards, took center stage in the final against England. Richards’ majestic unbeaten century (138* off 157 balls) powered West Indies to their second consecutive World Cup triumph, cementing his status as one of the game’s all-time greats.

 

Mohinder Amarnath (India, 1983):

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The 1983 final witnessed a historic upset as India defeated the West Indies. Mohinder Amarnath‘s all-round brilliance was the highlight of the match. He took crucial wickets and scored vital runs, earning himself the Man of the Match award and India their first World Cup trophy.

 

David Boon (Australia, 1987):

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In the 1987 final, David Boon’s innings of 75 runs proved to be the difference-maker for Australia as they clinched their first World Cup title.

 

Wasim Akram (Pakistan, 1992):

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Wasim Akram‘s exceptional performance in the 1992 final against England stands out. His three wickets for 49 runs, coupled with a quickfire 33 off 18 balls, played a pivotal role in Pakistan’s World Cup triumph.

 

Aravinda de Silva (Sri Lanka, 1996):

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The 1996 final between Sri Lanka and Australia witnessed Aravinda de Silva’s star turn. His unbeaten century (107* off 124 balls) and valuable wickets helped Sri Lanka lift their maiden World Cup.

 

Shane Warne (Australia, 1999):

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Shane Warne’s exceptional spin bowling in the 1999 final against Pakistan was a masterclass. His four wickets for 33 runs played a crucial role in Australia’s World Cup victory.

 

Ricky Ponting (Australia, 2003):

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In the 2003 final against India, Ricky Ponting‘s scintillating 140* off 121 balls showcased his class and earned him the Man of the Match award as Australia retained the World Cup.

 

Adam Gilchrist (Australia, 2007):

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Adam Gilchrist‘s explosive 149 off 104 balls in the 2007 final against Sri Lanka is etched in World Cup history as one of the most destructive innings ever played in a final.

 

MS Dhoni (India, 2011):

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In the 2011 final against Sri Lanka, MS Dhoni‘s captain’s knock of an unbeaten 91 off 79 balls led India to victory, and he remains one of the most iconic captains in World Cup history.

 

James Faulkner (Australia, 2015):

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In the 2015 final against New Zealand, James Faulkner’s all-round performance, including three wickets for 36 runs, played a pivotal role in Australia’s fifth World Cup win.

 

Ben Stokes (England, 2019):

                                                                           Ben Stokes(Photo Source: Twitter)

The 2019 final between England and New Zealand produced the most dramatic match in World Cup history. Ben Stokes, the Man of the Match, was the hero with both bat and ball. His unbeaten 84* helped England tie the match and his contributions in the super over secured England’s first-ever World Cup title.