New Zealand won the championship beating India in the final played at the Nairobi Gymkhana ground. Since there were 11 teams taking part, a playoff stage (pre-quarterfinals) took place between 6 of the teams. India, Pakistan, New Zealand and South Africa qualified for the semifinals. Pakistan lost to the Kiwis by four wickets while India defeated the Proteas by 95 runs to make the title-round. The final was memorable for two reasons. Indian skipper Sourav Ganguly smashed 117 to help India post 264 for six. But a limping Chris Cairns conquered pain and helped a hobbling (132 for five) New Zealand script a thrilling win with an unbeaten 102. The Kiwis won by four wickets with two balls to spare. This has been New Zealand's only triumph in an ICC tournament.
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