1992 Cricket World Cup Semi-Final Between Pakistan and New Zealand

The first semi-final of the 1992 World Cup was played between Pakistan and New Zealand at Eden Park, Auckland, on 21 March 1992. Pakistan won by 4 wickets, chasing down New Zealand's 262 with an over to spare. Inzamam-ul-Haq's blazing 60 off 37 balls turned the match and announced him on the world stage.

Match Summary

New Zealand Innings: 262/7

Martin Crowe, who had been the tournament's standout batsman, made 91. New Zealand's 262 looked competitive, especially with their disciplined bowling attack.

Pakistan Innings: 264/6

Pakistan were in trouble when Inzamam walked in, but his fearless 60 off 37 balls — including huge sixes — changed the game. Javed Miandad's calm unbeaten 57 guided Pakistan home with an over to spare.

The Context

Pakistan had been on the brink of elimination in the group stage before Imran Khan's famous "cornered tigers" speech sparked a remarkable turnaround. New Zealand had topped the group and were favourites at home. The semi-final win took Pakistan to their first World Cup final, where they beat England at Melbourne to lift the trophy.

Pakistan vs New Zealand 1992 World Cup Semi-Final: Match Summary and Scorecard

Inzamam-ul-Haq was 22 and little-known outside Pakistan before this innings. His 60 off 37 balls against a strong New Zealand attack made him an instant star and remains one of the great World Cup semi-final innings.

Who won the 1992 World Cup semi-final between Pakistan and New Zealand?

Pakistan won by 4 wickets at Eden Park, Auckland.

Who was man of the match in the 1992 semi-final?

Inzamam-ul-Haq, for his match-winning 60 off 37 balls.

Where was the 1992 semi-final played?

At Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand.