Cricket History and Tournaments

Sourav Ganguly made his ODI debut against West Indies in 1992 at the Gabba in Brisbane. This was during India's tour of Australia, and the first ODI of the series was against West Indies (who were also touring Australia at the time). Ganguly scored 3 runs in his debut match.

Sourav Ganguly indeed holds the record for being Man of the Match in four consecutive ODI matches, achieved against Pakistan in the 1997-98 bilateral series. This was a remarkable feat showcasing his dominance with the bat during that particular series. The record highlighted his ability to perform consistently under pressure against a strong bowling attack.

Sourav Ganguly's highest Test score of 239 was indeed scored against Pakistan in the 2007 Bangalore Test. This was a monumental innings where he batted for extended periods, showcasing his patience and technique against a quality Pakistani bowling attack. The double-century helped India declare with a massive first innings total.

Australia holds the record for most consecutive ODI wins, achieving 21 straight victories between 2002-2003. This remarkable streak included victories against all major cricketing nations and remains unbroken in ODI cricket history.

Australia holds the record for most consecutive ODI wins with 21 victories between 2003-2004 under Ricky Ponting's captaincy. This dominant streak included the 2003 World Cup campaign. South Africa, Pakistan, and West Indies have never achieved such a long winning streak.

Bangladesh holds the record for most consecutive ODI defeats with 23 losses between 1986-1998, before they had achieved Test status and were still developing as a cricketing nation. Kenya, Zimbabwe, and Scotland have not had such long losing streaks. This record highlights Bangladesh's early struggles before their improvement in the 2000s.

Sri Lanka scored the highest ODI innings total of 443-9 against Netherlands in 2006 at Amstelveen. This record-breaking innings featured centuries from Sanath Jayasuriya and Kumar Sangakkara. Australia, South Africa, and India have had high scores but never exceeded 443 runs in an ODI innings.

Zimbabwe was dismissed for just 35 runs against Sri Lanka in 2004 at Harare, which remains the lowest completed ODI innings total. Chamu Chibhabha was the only Zimbabwean batsman to reach double figures. Canada v Sri Lanka and the other options are incorrect.

The West Indies won the inaugural Cricket World Cup in 1975, defeating Australia by 17 runs in the final at Lord's. Led by Clive Lloyd, the West Indies dominated the tournament with powerful batting. India (1983 winner), Sri Lanka (1996 winner), and Pakistan (1992 winner) did not win in 1975.

West Indies won the 1979 Cricket World Cup by defeating England in the final at Lord's. This was their second consecutive World Cup victory, reinforcing their dominance in ODI cricket during that era.

India won the 1983 Cricket World Cup by defeating the mighty West Indies in the final at Lord's. This victory was a turning point for Indian cricket and is considered one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history.

Australia won the 1987 Cricket World Cup, defeating England in the final at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. This was the first World Cup held outside England and marked the beginning of Australia's dominance in world cricket.

Pakistan won the 1992 Cricket World Cup under the captaincy of Imran Khan, defeating England in the final at Melbourne. This victory was particularly special as it was Pakistan's first and only World Cup win to date.

Sri Lanka won the 1996 Cricket World Cup by defeating Australia in the final at Lahore. This was Sri Lanka's first and only World Cup victory, achieved under the captaincy of Arjuna Ranatunga with stellar performances by Sanath Jayasuriya and Aravinda de Silva.

Australia won the 1999 Cricket World Cup by defeating Pakistan in the final at Lord's. This was Australia's second World Cup title, continuing their dominant era in world cricket. India and South Africa were strong contenders but were eliminated in earlier rounds.