2011 Cricket World Cup Final

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2011 Cricket World Cup Final

The 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup Final was a historic match held on April 2, 2011, at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, India. This final marked the culmination of the 10th edition of the Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. India faced Sri Lanka in a highly anticipated showdown, with India seeking to clinch its second World Cup title after its inaugural victory in 1983. India won the match by six wickets, successfully chasing a target of 275 runs set by Sri Lanka, led by a renowned performance from Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who captained the Indian team to victory and was later named Man of the Match. This triumph was celebrated nationwide, symbolizing a significant achievement in Indian cricket history.