The Indian cricket team won the final match of the 2011 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Championship by defeating the team from which country?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Sri Lanka.
- India became the first home nation to win a World Cup when they defeated Sri Lanka in the final at the iconic Wankhede.
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It was an emotional journey for India as it was Sachin Tendulkar's final appearance in cricket's biggest extravaganza.
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Having played in a record five World Cups for India before the 2011 World Cup, this was Sachin's last chance to win the title.
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Sri Lanka won the toss and Mahela Jayawardene's unbeaten 103 took the islanders to 274/6 in 50 overs.