How did the Cricket World Cup change when it was hosted outside England in 1987?

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Jonny Bairstow of England, wearing a light blue uniform and helmet, batting during the 2019 Cricket World Cup semi-final against Australia, with two Australian fielders behind the stumps. — cricket Jonny Bairstow of England batting during a semifinal match against Australia at the 2019 Cricket World Cup.

The 1987 Cricket World Cup marked a significant turning point for the sport, as it was the first time the tournament was hosted outside of England, with India and Pakistan serving as co-hosts.

In addition to this change in venue, the tournament saw a structural adjustment to the game format: the number of overs per side was reduced from 60 to 50.1