Multiple choice general knowledge sports

In which year were the World Cup matches reduced to 50 overs from the previous 60 overs?

  1. 1987

  2. 1992

  3. 1983

  4. 1996
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Explanation

World Cup matches were reduced from 60 overs to 50 overs starting from the 1987 World Cup, which was co-hosted by India and Pakistan. This change was made to accommodate daylight finish in the subcontinent.

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