INTRODUCTION :-
The 2011 Cricket World Cup, one of the most eagerly awaited events in international cricket, was jointly hosted by India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. It was the tenth edition of the tournament and ran from 19 February to 2 April 2011. All three host nations worked together to provide an exciting and memorable experience for the players and fans.
The matches were spread across three countries at different venues, with each country hosting multiple matches. Being the primary host, India hosted most of the matches, including high-profile fixtures such as the semi-finals and final.
Eleven venues in the three host countries were selected to host the matches. In India, matches were held at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore, the Feroz Shah Kotla in Delhi, the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mohali, the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur and the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad. . ,
Sri Lanka's R.K. Premadasa Stadium, Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy and Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Hambantota hosted the matches. The third co-host Bangladesh matches were at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka and the Zahoor Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong.
The final of the 2011 Cricket World Cup was held on 2 April 2011 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, India. The match saw a clash between the two Asian giants, India and Sri Lanka in front of packed stadiums and lakhs of people. viewers around the world. It was a fitting culmination to an intense tournament showcasing the best teams and players in the world.
India emerged victorious in the final and chased down Sri Lanka's target with a memorable six-wicket victory. The moment of victory came when Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni sealed the victory by hitting a sky-high six, which sent cheers across the nation. The win marked India's second World Cup win, with their first win coming in 1983.
The 2011 Cricket World Cup was a remarkable event that enthralled cricket fans around the world. It showcased the talent and competitive spirit of the teams from various cricketing nations. The host nations, India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh provided the perfect backdrop for the tournament, with enthusiastic crowds, a lively atmosphere and excellent cricketing facilities.
The success of the 2011 World Cup further cemented cricket's status as a popular and widely followed sport in the host countries. It also had a positive impact on the development and promotion of sports in these countries.
The 2011 Cricket World Cup will always be remembered for the thrilling matches, the unforgettable performances and the jubilation of the winning team. It remains an integral part of cricket history and is cherished by the fans who watch this grand event.