2011 Cricket World Cup Group A
2011 Cricket World Cup Group A
Group A of the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup was one of the two groups in the tournament’s initial phase, comprising six teams: India, South Africa, England, Bangladesh, West Indies, and the Netherlands. Matches in this group spanned from February 19 to March 21, 2011, with India co-hosting the event alongside Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. India, captained by Mahendra Singh Dhoni, emerged as a formidable contender, playing a pivotal role in enhancing the country's cricketing stature. The group stages showcased a blend of competitive matches, marked by India's high-scoring games and significant victories, including a memorable opening match against Bangladesh. Ultimately, India advanced to the knockout stage, furthering their path to winning the World Cup.