Cricket World Cup Winners

Cricket is a sport loved by millions of people around the world. It brings excitement, joy, and sometimes tears. One of the most thrilling events in cricket is the Cricket World Cup. This tournament happens every four years, and the best teams from around the world compete to win the trophy. In this blog, we will explore the history of the Cricket World Cup and the teams that have won this prestigious title.

Cricket world cup winners list

What is the Cricket World Cup?

The Cricket World Cup is a one-day international (ODI) tournament. Teams from different countries play 50-over matches, and the team that wins the final match is crowned the World Champion. The first Cricket World Cup was held in 1975, and it has grown in popularity since then.

Winners of the Cricket World Cup

Let’s look at the teams that have won the Cricket World Cup over the years:

1. West Indies (1975, 1979)

The West Indies won the first-ever Cricket World Cup in 1975. They had a powerful team with great players like Clive Lloyd, who was the captain. They defeated Australia in the final match. In 1979, the West Indies won the World Cup again, this time beating England. Their strong batting and bowling made them the champions for two consecutive tournaments.

2. India (1983, 2011)

India won their first Cricket World Cup in 1983. This victory was surprising because India was not considered a strong team at that time. Kapil Dev, the captain, led the team to victory against the West Indies in the final. This win inspired many young Indians to play cricket.

In 2011, India won the World Cup again. This time, the tournament was held in India, and the team was led by Mahendra Singh Dhoni. They defeated Sri Lanka in the final, and the whole country celebrated this historic win.

3. Australia (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2015)

Australia has been the most successful team in World Cup history. They have won the tournament five times. Their first win was in 1987 when they beat England in the final. In 1999, Australia won again, and they continued their dominance by winning the World Cup in 2003 and 2007 as well. Their latest victory was in 2015 when they defeated New Zealand. Australian teams are known for their strong batting, sharp bowling, and excellent fielding.

4. Pakistan (1992)

Pakistan won their first and only World Cup in 1992. The tournament was held in Australia and New Zealand. Pakistan’s team, led by Imran Khan, played brilliantly throughout the tournament. They defeated England in the final, and this victory remains a proud moment in Pakistan’s cricket history.

5. Sri Lanka (1996)

Sri Lanka surprised the cricketing world by winning the World Cup in 1996. The tournament was co-hosted by India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Under the captaincy of Arjuna Ranatunga, Sri Lanka played aggressively and defeated Australia in the final. This win put Sri Lanka on the map as a strong cricketing nation.

6. England (2019)

England won their first World Cup in 2019. The final was one of the most thrilling matches in cricket history. England played against New Zealand, and the match ended in a tie. The winner was decided by a super over, a rare and exciting finish. England emerged victorious and lifted the trophy for the first time.

7. New Zealand (2023)

New Zealand won their first World Cup in 2023. The tournament was hosted in India, and New Zealand played exceptionally well. They defeated India in the final, marking a historic moment for New Zealand cricket. Their teamwork and strong performance throughout the tournament earned them the World Champion title.

ODI Cricket World Cup Winners List

As we know, the ODI match is a form of 50 overs of limited-overs cricket. Here is the list of Men’s ODI Cricket World Cup winners from 1975 to 2023 with winners, runner-ups, host country, total scores, and final results for One Day International (ODI).

Year Host Winner Score Runner-up Score Result
1975 England West Indies 291–8 Australia 274 West Indies won by 17 runs
1979 England West Indies 286–9 England 194 West Indies won by 92 runs
1983 England India 183 West Indies 140 India won by 43 runs
1987 India and Pakistan Australia 253–5 England 246–8 Australia won by 7 runs
1992 Australia and New Zealand Pakistan 249–6 England 227 Pakistan won by 22 runs
1996 Pakistan and India Sri Lanka 245–3 Australia 241 Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets
1999 England Australia 133–2 Pakistan 132 Australia won by 8 wickets
2003 South Africa Australia 359–2 India 234 Australia won by 125 runs
2007 West Indies Australia 281–4 Sri Lanka 215–8 Australia won by 53 runs
2011 India and Bangladesh India 277–4 Sri Lanka 274–6 India won by 6 wickets
2015 Australia and New Zealand Australia 186–3 New Zealand 183 Australia won by 7 wickets
2019 England and Wales England 241 New Zealand 241–8 The Match tied after regular play and super over and 

England won on a boundary count

2023 India Australia 241-4 India 240 Australia won by 6 wickets

T20 World Cup Winners List

Below is the list of Men’s T20 International World Cup winners.

Year Winners Runners Up Player of the Series Top Run Scorer Highest Wicket Taker Venue
2024 India South Africa Jasprit Bumrah Rahmanullah Gurbaz Arshdeep Singh Barbados
2022 England Pakistan Sam Curran Virat Kohli Wanindu Hasaranga Australia
2021 Australia New Zealand Babar Azam Wanindu Hasaranga Oman & UAE
2016 West Indies England Virat Kohli Tamim Iqbal Mohammad Nabi India
2014 Sri Lanka India Virat Kohli Virat Kohli Ahsan Malik and Imran Tahir Bangladesh
2012 West Indies Sri Lanka Shane Watson Shane Watson Ajantha Mendis Sri Lanka
2010 England Australia Kevin Pietersen Mahela Jayawardene Dirk Nannes West Indies
2009 Pakistan Sri Lanka Tillakaratne Dilshan Tillakaratne Dilshan Umar Gul England
2007 India Pakistan Shahid Afridi Matthew Hayden Umar Gul South Africa