Many feel this was the best World Cup for the reason that it gave each team an equal chance.
In purely sporting parameters, the Reliance World Cup of 1987 was more pivotal than 1983.
India arrived in England in 1983 without expectations. What unfolded was a magical and memorable journey that culminated in a historic day at Lord’s.
West Indies defeated England by 92 runs in the final of the 1979 World Cup at Lord's on June 23.
Prudent Insurance Company, the tournament sponsors, pumped in £100,000, including £9,000 in prize money.
When MS Dhoni launched Kulasekara over long-on, India triumphed in the World Cup after 28 years.
After India captain MS Dhoni flipped the coin, it looked as if he thought he had won the toss.
Tendulkar's innings proved the impetus for India to seal their place in the World Cup final.
From the comfort of 108/2, South Africa contrived to lose eight wickets for 64 runs in 19.3 overs.
For the first time since 1992, Australia thus failed to reach the semi-finals of a World Cup.