What Happened on June 24, 1995

Historical Events

Sports History

3rd Rugby World Cup, Ellis Park, Johannesburg: Springboks fly-half Joel Stransky lands the winning drop goal in extra time as South Africa beats New Zealand, 15-12

  • Stanley Cup Final, Meadowlands Arena, East Rutherford, NJ: New Jersey Devils beat Detroit Red Wings, 5-2 for a 4-0 series sweep; Devils' first Stanley Cup finals appearance
  • Wrapped Reichstag art installation completed by artists Christo and Jeanne Claude; German parliament building completely wrapped by polypropylene fabric [1]

Famous Deaths

  • Inshan Ali, West Indian cricketer (WI chinaman bowler 1971-77), dies at 45
Died in 1995 1995 Highlights

About June 24, 1995

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 28 years, 9 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman? - Bryan Adams
  • UK #1 Song: Unchained Melody/(There'll Be Bluebirds Over) White Cliffs Of Dover - Robson Green & Jerome Flynn