World Cup History: Five rain-affected matches that changed the course of the tournaments

#2 Pakistan vs England - 1992, Adelaide, Group stage

The rain gods helped Pakistan pip Australia to reach the semis in 1992 World Cup

Pakistan - 74/10 (40.2), England - 24/1 (8.0)

Match drawn

Rain in a crucial group stage match between Pakistan and England proved to be a blessing for Imran Khan-lead side as it helped them pip the defending champions Australia to reach the semis and consequently go on to reach the ultimate glory as well.

Pakistan was bundled out for a meagre 74 batting first. England after having rattled the Pakistan batting lineup was cruising to a victory when the rain gods interrupted in full force. Match had to be abandoned due to the downpour and Pakistan escaped from the jaws of defeat with a point.

A closer look at the points table shows how rains tugged Pakistan towards the semis while it was inching towards a crushing defeat. A big defeat here would have dented their NRR thus helping Australia qualify for the semis.