World Cup 1983
The Cricket World Cup in 1983 (aka Prudential Cup, 1983) was the third
edition of the tournament. It was held 1983-06-09 – 1983-06-25 in
England. Eight countries participated in the event. The preliminary
matches were played in two groups of four teams each, and each country
played the others in its group twice. The top two teams in each group
qualified for the semi-finals.The matches consisted of 60 overs per team
and were played in traditional white uniform and with red balls. They
were all played during the day.
The 1983 World Cup was full of dramatic cricket right from the start.
Underdogs India and Zimbabwe scored upset victories over the West Indies
and Australia respectively. England, Pakistan, India and tournament
favourites West Indies qualified for the semifinals.
Participating Teams:
Australia
England
India
New Zealand
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
West Indies
Zimbabwe
