The 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup was a landmark event in the history of cricket, uniting fans from all corners of the globe in a month-long celebration of the sport. Co-hosted by India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, this tournament was the 10th edition of the Cricket World Cup and featured a total of 49 matches held from February 19 to April 2, 2011.
Background
The World Cup was introduced in 1975, and by 2011, it had developed into one of the most prominent events in the cricketing schedule. The tournament was all the more important because it was returning to the Indian subcontinent for the first time since 1996.
Format
The tournament involved 14 teams, which were distributed into two groups of seven. The best four teams from each group went on to the knockout stage that consisted of two semi-finals and a final. All the matches were played in various formats, including day-night games and traditional day matches, offering a wide range of experiences for viewers.
Group Stage Summary
Group A
Teams: India, South Africa, England, West Indies, Bangladesh, Ireland, Netherlands
Some notable matches:
India vs. Bangladesh: The first match was played at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Mirpur, where India was to face Bangladesh. India made 370 runs, with Virender Sehwag and Sachin Tendulkar both scoring centuries. Bangladesh stunned the cricket world by successfully chasing down the target, winning by 2 wickets.
South Africa vs. India: A great game, where South Africa put 300 runs on the board and India chased it down. Great resilience was seen by India, and the batting order came out very strong.
Group B
Teams: Australia, Pakistan, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Canada
Some of the prominent games:
Australia vs. New Zealand: This is the match of rivalry where Australia won and showed the domination in the tournament.
Sri Lanka vs. Canada: Sri Lanka batted magnificently, posting a huge total to secure an easy win.
Knockout Stage
Quarter-finals
The quarter finals played with a lot of enthusiasm, where teams were eager to win and get through the semi-finals. Some of the significant matches were:
India vs. Australia: In the must-win match, India triumphed over the title winners and proved that they too can play under pressure.
Pakistan v West Indies: Pakistan had their bowling force in good use when crushing over the West Indies.
Semi-finals
The semi-finals are also quite thrilling:
India v Pakistan: In Mohali, this one match was among the most hotly anticipated fixtures in the game. India won, marking the most important cricketing moment when rivalry played out well-mostly because of a sparkling performance by Sachin Tendulkar and due to some sound bowling display.
Sri Lanka vs. New Zealand: Sri Lanka made it to the final with a close game, taking the edge with their experience over New Zealand.
The Final: India vs. Sri Lanka
The final was played on April 2, 2011, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The crowd was on tenterhooks as millions of viewers were glued to the screen around the globe.
Match Summary
Toss: India won the toss and decided to field first.
Sri Lanka Innings: Sri Lanka scored 274 runs, with Mahela Jayawardene playing a brilliant innings, scoring 103 runs. His performance was crucial in setting a competitive target.
India’s Chase: India started strong with an opening partnership, but lost early wickets. However, Gautam Gambhir’s pivotal 97 and MS Dhoni’s iconic unbeaten 91 led India to victory with 10 balls to spare.
Significance of the Win
It was a monumental win for India as it marked its second World Cup win since 1983. It was not just a sports victory; it was unifying a nation that took cricket so seriously. From one corner of the country, people erupted in jubilation as the nation went wild in cheering for the team.
Hero of the Tournament
Sachin Tendulkar: He was the heartbeat of the Indian team as he batted through to the end and had some crucial performances in the tournament.
MS Dhoni: As a captain, Dhoni’s leadership was very important in guiding India to victory, and his performance in the final was unforgettable.
Yuvraj Singh: Yuvraj was named the Player of the Tournament for his all-round performance, scoring 362 runs and taking 15 wickets.
Features
- There are various game modes, such as tournament, quick matches, and online multi-player
- Its graphics shall comprise the real-time cricket stadium as well as player features
- Play your favorite teams as well as the legendary 2011 World Cup players.
- Smooth animations combined with physics of the ball provide a cricketing experience at its finest.
- You can modify most settings to your taste so that it is just what you want for yourself.
- Commentary: Real-time audio commentary gives the whole game a more real-world experience.
- Achievements and Rewards: You have achievements that you achieve as you progress in the modes.
- Global Leaderboards: You can play and compete with other users worldwide, then check your rank in the global leaderboards.
- Friendly User Interface: Navigation is intuitive to menus and settings for easy gaming experience.
Technical Specifications of This Release
- Version: 1.0
- Interface Language: English
- Design By: Electronic Arts
- Type of Game/Software: Sports Simulation
- Audio Language: English
- Uploader / Repacker Group: Team XYZ
- File Name: ICC_Cricket_World_Cup_2011.exe
- Download Size: 2.5 GB
System Requirements for PC and MacBook
For PC
Operating System: Windows 7/8/10
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent
- RAM: 2 GB
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8600 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 4 GB available space
For MacBook
- Operating System: macOS Sierra (10.12) or later
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or equivalent
- RAM: 4 GB
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4000 or equivalent
- Storage: 4 GB available space