Cricket World Cup 1983

The 1983 event was hosted by England for a third consecutive time. By this time, Sri Lanka had become a Test-playing nation, and Zimbabwe qualified through the ICC Trophy. A fielding circle was introduced, 30 yards (27 m) away from the stumps. Four fieldsmen needed to be inside it at all times.

The final was played between India and the West Indies at the Lords ground in England. India scored 183 runs in 54.4 overs all out. In reply, the West Indies made 140 runs in 52 overs all out, with India winning by 43 runs.

There were 8 participating countries:
Australia
England
India
New Zealand
Pakistan
West Indies
Sri Lanka
Zimbabwe