Cricket World Cup Winners List – Every Champion Since 1975
The ICC Cricket World Cup stands as one of cricket’s most prestigious and anticipated tournaments. Since its debut in 1975, this 50-over One Day International (ODI) event has delivered legendary performances, dramatic finishes, and historic moments that have defined the sport.
In this article, we explore the complete list of World Cup champions, tracing every victory from the inaugural 1975 edition to the most recent triumph in 2023.
Cricket World Cup Champions List (1975 – 2024)
1975: West Indies
The first-ever ICC Cricket World Cup took place in England, where West Indies triumphed over Australia by 17 runs to become the inaugural champions.
1979: West Indies
Defending their title in another tournament hosted in England, West Indies defeated England by 92 runs in the final, securing their second consecutive victory.
1983: India
A historic edition saw India, captained by Kapil Dev, stun the mighty West Indies to win their first-ever World Cup, claiming a 43-run victory.
1987: Australia
Co-hosted by India and Pakistan, Australia claimed their first World Cup victory, defeating England by 7 runs in a thrilling final.
1992: Pakistan
With Imran Khan leading the way, Pakistan clinched their maiden World Cup title in Australia and New Zealand, overcoming England by 22 runs in the final.
1996: Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka became the first-time champions on home soil, defeating Australia by 7 wickets in the final to claim their first-ever World Cup.
1999: Australia
Australia dominated the 1999 edition in England, comfortably defeating Pakistan by 8 wickets to win their second Cricket World Cup.
2003: Australia
In South Africa, Australia continued their dominance, defeating India by 125 runs in the final to secure their third World Cup title.
2007: Australia
Completing an incredible hat-trick of victories, Australia clinched their third consecutive title by defeating Sri Lanka by 53 runs in the final.
2011: India
On home soil, India, led by MS Dhoni, claimed their second World Cup title by defeating Sri Lanka by 6 wickets in the final.
2015: Australia
Co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, the final saw Australia capture their fifth World Cup title, defeating New Zealand by 7 wickets.
2019: England
In one of the most dramatic finals in history, England won their first-ever World Cup by defeating New Zealand after a tied Super Over, securing victory on the boundary count rule.
2023: Australia
In India, Australia clinched their sixth World Cup title by defeating the hosts in the final by 6 wickets, with Travis Head playing a match-winning knock.
2024: TBD (Latest Update)
The 2024 ICC Cricket World Cup was held in (host country to be updated), with (winning team) emerging as champions.
Most Successful Teams in Cricket World Cup History
- Australia – 6 titles (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2015, 2023)
- India – 2 titles (1983, 2011)
- West Indies – 2 titles (1975, 1979)
- Pakistan – 1 title (1992)
- Sri Lanka – 1 title (1996)
- England – 1 title (2019)
Conclusion
The ICC Cricket World Cup continues to be the ultimate battleground for international cricket supremacy. With Australia leading the charts with the most titles, and new contenders emerging, every edition brings unforgettable moments for fans worldwide.
As we look ahead to the next tournament, fans eagerly await which team will etch their name in history as the next World Cup champions. Stay tuned for updates on the 2024 Cricket World Cup winner!
FAQs
Q: Which team has won the most Cricket World Cups?
A: Australia holds the record with six titles.
Q: Who won the first-ever Cricket World Cup?
A: West Indies won the first Cricket World Cup in 1975, defeating Australia in the final.
Q: When was the last Cricket World Cup held?
A: The last Cricket World Cup was held in 2023, where Australia defeated India in the final.
Q: Who are the defending champions of the Cricket World Cup?
A: Australia are the defending champions after winning the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.
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