Lord's 2019
Two ties. One Super Over. Zero separation. Explore the story of the 2019 World Cup Final, a day of impossible drama that culminated in England's first global title by the narrowest margin in sporting history.
A Day of Impossible Mathematics
On July 14, 2019, the Home of Cricket hosted a final that defied logic. England and New Zealand produced 100 overs of high-stakes cricket that ended in an exact tie, followed by a Super Over that also ended in a tie.
The 50 Overs
New Zealand posted 241/8. England, chasing, were bowled out for exactly 241 on the final ball of the match. A tie.
The Super Over
England scored 15. New Zealand, needing 2 off the final ball, also scored 15. A second tie.
Boundary Countback
Under the rules at the time, England were crowned champions because they hit more boundaries (26 to 17) during the match.
The Key Moments
The final was a collection of high-pressure events that have since entered cricket mythology:
The 'Overthrow' Incident
In the final over of the chase, a throw from the deep struck Ben Stokes's bat as he dove for his crease and deflected to the boundary for four 'extra' runs. These accidental runs proved the difference between defeat and the tie that forced the Super Over.
"By the Barest of Margins"
Ian Smith's legendary commentary as Jos Buttler ran out Martin Guptill on the final ball of the Super Over became the defining phrase of the tournament. England were champions by the thinnest technicality possible.
The Heroes of Lord's
Ben Stokes
The Man of the Match. His unbeaten 84 in the 50 overs and his role in the Super Over completed a redemption arc that made him a national hero.
Jofra Archer
Tasked with bowling the most high-pressure over in history. The 24-year-old held his nerve in the Super Over to secure the win.
Kane Williamson
New Zealand's captain led with incredible dignity in defeat. Named Player of the Tournament, his tactical brilliance almost won the title for the Black Caps.
Jos Buttler
Scored a vital 59 during the chase and was the man who broke the wickets for the final run-out, securing the trophy.