Lowest Team Scores of All Time in the ICC Cricket World Cup

Lowest Score In ODI Cricket World Cup – The ICC Cricket World Cup, a premier international cricket tournament, has witnessed numerous memorable matches throughout its history. While some matches are marked by high-scoring thrillers, there have also been instances where teams have faced the ignominy of posting the lowest scores in World Cup history. In this article, we’ll explore list of the teams with the lowest run totals in the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup.

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ICC Cricket World Cup: Lowest Team Scores

Here is a list of the top 10 lowest scores in the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup.

Rank	Team	Score	Overs	Opponent	Venue	Date
1	Canada	36	18.4	Sri Lanka	Paarl, South Africa	February 19, 2003
2	Zimbabwe	38	20	India	Nottingham, England	May 9, 1999
3	Bangladesh	43	25.2	Australia	Mirpur, Bangladesh	March 19, 2007
4	Bangladesh	43	20.2	India	Port Elizabeth, SA	February 27, 2003
5	Zimbabwe	45	16.2	South Africa	Centurion, South Africa	March 14, 2007
6	Pakistan	47	19.2	England	The Oval, London	June 11, 1999
7	Zimbabwe	48	20.4	Pakistan	Taunton, England	June 16, 1999
8	Kenya	50	20.4	England	The Oval, London	June 27, 1999
9	Namibia	50	19.4	England	Headingley, Leeds	June 11, 1999
10	Zimbabwe	51	19.4	England	Lord’s, London	June 14, 1999

Canada – 36 vs. Sri Lanka (2003)

During the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup, Canada faced a formidable challenge against Sri Lanka in Boland Park, Paarl. The Canadian batting line-up, however, found itself at the mercy of Sri Lanka’s fiery pace attack. Battling against the likes of Chaminda Vaas and Prabath Nissanka, Canada struggled to find their footing and succumbed to the lowest team total in World Cup history, managing a mere 36 runs. It remains a forgettable day for Canadian cricket.

Namibia – 45 vs. Australia (2003)

In the same edition of the 2003 Cricket World Cup, Namibia faced the mighty Australian team in Potchefstroom. The Namibian batsmen, up against the devastating pace of Brett Lee and the crafty spin of Brad Hogg, found themselves bewildered. Their collective struggle resulted in a dismal score of 45 runs, making it the second lowest team total in World Cup history.

Canada – 45 vs. England (1979)

In the 1979 ICC Cricket World Cup, Canada again found themselves on the wrong end of the spectrum. Playing against England in Headingley, their batting line-up crumbled under the relentless attack led by Mike Hendrick and Ian Botham. Canada was bowled out for a paltry 45 runs, solidifying its place as one of the lowest team scores in World Cup history.

Ireland – 77 vs. Sri Lanka (2007)

During the 2007 ICC Cricket World Cup, Ireland faced a daunting task against Sri Lanka in Providence Stadium, Guyana. Sri Lanka’s experienced bowlers, led by Chaminda Vaas, wreaked havoc on the Irish batting line-up. Struggling to cope with the pace and swing, Ireland folded for a total of 77 runs, marking one of the lowest scores in World Cup history.

Scotland – 68 vs. West Indies (2015)

The 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup witnessed Scotland locking horns with the West Indies in a group-stage match in Nelson. Facing the West Indies’ fiery pace attack, including Jason Holder and Andre Russell, Scotland endured a batting collapse and were bundled out for a meager 68 runs, etching their name among the lowest team scores in World Cup history.

While these matches were undoubtedly challenging for the batting sides, they also serve as a testament to the prowess of the bowlers who displayed exceptional skills on the world stage. The ICC Cricket World Cup continues to thrill fans with its moments of triumph and despair, making it one of the most celebrated sporting events globally.

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