The Ind vs Aus 2011 World Cup quarter-final was a thrilling encounter held on March 24, 2011, at Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad. India secured a five-wicket victory, eliminating the defending champions Australia from the ICC Cricket World Cup and advancing to the semi-finals against Pakistan. The match witnessed spectacular performances, including Ricky Ponting’s century and Yuvraj Singh’s all-round brilliance.
Match Summary
| Detail | India | Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Match Date | March 24, 2011 | March 24, 2011 |
| Venue | Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad | Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Toss Winner | Australia | – |
| Batting First | Australia | – |
| Total Runs Scored | 260/6 (50 Overs) | 261/5 (47.4 Overs) |
| Result | India won by 5 wickets | – |
Australia’s Batting Performance
Australia won the toss and chose to bat first. Ricky Ponting (104 off 118 balls) played a captain’s knock, helping Australia post a competitive total of 260/6 in 50 overs.
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| Ricky Ponting | 104 | 118 | 7 | 1 |
| Brad Haddin | 53 | 62 | 6 | 1 |
| Michael Clarke | 8 | 19 | 1 | 0 |
| David Hussey | 38* | 26 | 3 | 1 |
Bowling Highlights (India):
- Zaheer Khan: 2/53 (10 overs)
- Yuvraj Singh: 2/44 (10 overs)
- R. Ashwin: 2/52 (10 overs)
India’s Run Chase
India chased down 261 in 47.4 overs, thanks to crucial knocks from *Sachin Tendulkar (53), Gautam Gambhir (50), and Yuvraj Singh (57)**.
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 53 | 68 | 7 | 0 |
| Gautam Gambhir | 50 | 64 | 6 | 0 |
| MS Dhoni | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Yuvraj Singh | 57* | 65 | 8 | 0 |
| Suresh Raina | 34* | 28 | 5 | 1 |
Key Moments:
- Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina’s unbeaten 74-run partnership guided India to victory.
- Brett Lee’s fiery spell (1/44) troubled Indian batsmen but was not enough.
- Sachin Tendulkar’s calm and composed 53 off 68 balls laid the foundation for the chase.
Match Stats & Figures
- 2011 Ind vs Aus: India won by 5 wickets.
- Total Balls Played: 31
- Stadium Attendance: 2.4K
- Ind vs Aus 2011 World Cup Viewership: 3.6K online viewers.
Conclusion
The Ind vs Aus 2011 World Cup match was a historic moment in Indian cricket, as they knocked out the four-time World Cup winners to progress into the semi-finals. With a strong team effort led by Yuvraj Singh and Tendulkar, India proved their dominance, ultimately winning the 2011 Cricket World Cup.
This match remains one of the most memorable moments in India’s World Cup history, showcasing resilience, teamwork, and sheer determination.