Five biggest upsets by associate nations

England v Ireland: Group B - 2011 ICC World Cup
It was an immense effort from the Irishmen, who not only chased down a massive target but did it against a strong bowling unit

#4 Kenya vs West Indies, World Cup 1996

Kenya jubilation after taking
A West Indian batting disaster transformed into jubilation for Kenya

The ICC World Cup 1996 remains one of the most intriguing ODI competitions of all time, churning out reactions full of intrigue, exasperation, and enthrallment from its audience. Some results were shocking, some were unprecedented.

One of the most talked-about games of the tournament was the 20th match, where a young Kenyan team pulled one over a disjointed yet strong West Indian unit. The initial half of the game went right according to the plans for the two-time champions, as they won the toss and restricted Kenya to just 166 in the first innings.

West Indies lost both their opening batsmen for single-digit scores, though, and that's where the disintegration began. Kenya pressed hard, West Indies wilted under the pressure. It was a perfect rendition of David vs Goliath, as Brian Lara and Co. were bowled out for 93, thereby helping Kenya claim a thumping 73-run victory.

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