Cricket History and Tournaments

Virender Sehwag scored his first triple century (309 runs) against Pakistan in Multan in 2004, becoming the first Indian to score a Test triple century. This was a historic achievement in Indian cricket. The question is testing knowledge of Sehwag's major milestone and its opponent.

Gautam Gambhir scored significant centuries against Bangladesh in ICC tournaments, including a crucial 97 in the 2011 World Cup quarterfinal and important runs in the 2007 World Cup. His notable performances against Bangladesh make this the correct answer. Australia, Scotland, and Sri Lanka are not the primary teams associated with Gambhir's breakthrough tournament performances.

The 1975 World Cup final saw the West Indies post 291 for 8 and then dismiss Australia for 274, winning by 17 runs in what was the first-ever Cricket World Cup final at Lord's. Clive Lloyd's magnificent 102-run innings laid the foundation for this victory.

In the 1979 World Cup final at Lord's, the West Indies dominated England by 92 runs, scoring 286 for 9 before bowling out England for just 194 in 51 overs. Viv Richards' superb 138 not out ensured the West Indies retained their title.

In the historic 1983 World Cup final, India defended a modest total of 183 all out, bowling out the mighty West Indies for 140 to win by 43 runs and claim their first World Cup title. Mohinder Amarnath's brilliant all-round performance (3 wickets, 26 runs) was instrumental.

Australia won the 1987 World Cup final by 7 runs against England at Kolkata. Australia scored 253/5 in their 50 overs, while England were bowled out for 246/8 in their quota of overs. This was the first World Cup hosted outside England (India and Pakistan were co-hosts) and marked Australia's first World Cup victory.

Pakistan won the 1992 World Cup final by 22 runs against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Pakistan scored 249/6 in 50 overs, while England were dismissed for 227 in 49.2 overs. This was Pakistan's first and only World Cup triumph, captained by Imran Khan.

Sri Lanka won the 1996 World Cup final by 7 wickets against Australia at Lahore. Australia scored 241/7 in 50 overs, while Sri Lanka chased down 245/3 in just 46.2 overs. This was Sri Lanka's first World Cup victory and marked the rise of Sri Lankan cricket under Arjuna Ranatunga's captaincy.

Australia won the 1999 World Cup final by 8 wickets against Pakistan at Lord's, London. Pakistan were bowled out for 132 in 39 overs, while Australia chased 133/2 in just 20.1 overs. This was Australia's second World Cup title and marked the beginning of Australia's dominance in world cricket.

Australia won the 2003 World Cup final by 125 runs against India at Johannesburg. Australia scored a massive 359/2 in 50 overs (Ponting 140), while India were bowled out for 234 in 39.2 overs. This was Australia's third World Cup victory and remains one of the most dominant performances in a final.

Australia won the 2007 World Cup final by 53 runs (D/L method) against Sri Lanka at Bridgetown, Barbados. Australia scored 281/4 in 38 overs, while Sri Lanka made 215/8 in 36 overs in a rain-reduced match. This was Australia's third consecutive World Cup victory and fourth overall.

Australia and New Zealand co-hosted the 2015 Cricket World Cup. This was the second time Australia co-hosted (after 1987 with Pakistan) and New Zealand's first time as co-host. The tournament featured 14 teams and was played across various venues in both countries.

Australia won the VB Series 2002-03, a tri-nation One Day International tournament held in Australia. The series featured Australia, England, and Sri Lanka competing. Australia dominated the tournament and emerged as champions.