ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup winners list ODI Cricket World Cup, 1975–2023—the first time in Host England since 1975 when the West Indies Won the First CWC. A total of 13 seasons have been played in ODI cricket.
Held every four years, this One Day International (ODI) cricket brings together the finest cricketing nations to compete for the ultimate glory in the limited-overs format.
Since its inception in 1975, the tournament has witnessed some epic battles, unforgettable moments, and the crowning of cricketing champions. The current champions are Australia, who won the 2023 tournament.
Complete List of World Cup Winners List: ICC World Cup Winners Year-Wise List
| NO # | Year | Winner | Winner’s score | Winning margin | Runner-up | R/Up’s score | Final venue | Host nation(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1975 | West Indies | 291/8 (60 overs) | 17 runs | Australia | 274 all out (58.4 overs) | Lord’s, London | England |
| 2 | 1979 | West Indies | 286/9 (60 overs) | 92 runs | England | 194 all out (51 overs) | Lord’s, London | England |
| 3 | 1983 | India | 183 all out (55th over) | 43 runs | West Indies | 140 all out (52 overs) | Lord’s, London | England |
| 4 | 1987 | Australia | 253/5 (50 overs) | 7 runs | England | 246/8 (50 overs) | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | India, Pakistan |
| 5 | 1992 | Pakistan | 249/6 (50 overs) | 22 runs | England | 227 all out (49.2 overs) | MCG, Melbourne | Australia, New Zealand |
| 6 | 1996 | Sri Lanka | 245/3 (46.2 overs) | 7 wickets | Australia | 241/7 (50 overs) | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka |
| 7 | 1999 | Australia | 133/2 (20.1 overs) | 8 wickets | Pakistan | 132 all out (39 overs) | Lord’s, London | England |
| 8 | 2003 | Australia | 359/2 (50 overs) | 125 runs | India | 234 all out (39.2 overs) | Wanderers, Johannesburg | South Africa |
| 9 | 2007 | Australia | 281/4 (38 overs) | 53 runs | Sri Lanka | 215/8 (36 overs) | Kensington Oval, Barbados | West Indies |
| 10 | 2011 | India | 277/4 (48.2 overs) | 6 wickets | Sri Lanka | 274/6 (50 overs) | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai † | India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh |
| 11 | 2015 | Australia | 186/3 (33.1 overs) | 7 wickets | New Zealand | 183 all out (45 overs) | MCG, Melbourne † | Australia, New Zealand |
| 12 | 2019 | England | 241 all out (50 overs) | Tiebreak: 9 fours | New Zealand | 241/8 (50 overs) | Lord’s, London | England, Wales |
| 13 | 2023 | Australia | 241/4 ((43/ | 6 wickets | India | 240 | Ahmedabad | India |
Men’s ICC Cricket World Cup Winners and Runners Country Wise
Australia:
Australia claimed their first Cricket World Cup victory in 1987, co-hosted by India and Pakistan. Allan Border led the Australian team to glory, defeating England in a closely contested final held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
Australia claimed their second World Cup victory in 1999, hosted by England. Under the captaincy of Steve Waugh, the Australian team defeated Pakistan in the final at Lord’s to lift the trophy once again.
Australia continued their dominance in the 2003 World Cup, held in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Kenya. Ricky Ponting led the team to victory, defeating India in the final at the Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg.
In the 2007 World Cup, held in the West Indies, Australia secured their third consecutive title. Ricky Ponting’s team showcased their supremacy yet again, defeating Sri Lanka in the final, which was significantly affected by rain, at Kensington Oval, Barbados.
Australia secured their fifth World Cup triumph in 2015, co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand. Michael Clarke’s side emerged victorious, defeating New Zealand in the final at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Australia win the Icc Men’s odi world cup 2023, hosted by india
| No | Year | Winner | Winner’s score | Winning margin | Runner-up | R/Up’s score | Final venue | Host nation(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1987 | Australia | 253/5 (50 overs) | 7 runs | England | 246/8 (50 overs) | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | India, Pakistan |
| 2 | 1999 | Australia | 133/2 (20.1 overs) | 8 wickets | Pakistan | 132 all out (39 overs) | Lord’s, London | England |
| 3 | 2003 | Australia | 359/2 (50 overs) | 125 runs | India | 234 all out (39.2 overs) | Wanderers, Johannesburg | South Africa |
| 4 | 2007 | Australia | 281/4 (38 overs) | 53 runs | Sri Lanka | 215/8 (36 overs) | Kensington Oval, Barbados | West Indies |
| 5 | 2015 | Australia | 186/3 (33.1 overs) | 7 wickets | New Zealand | 183 all out (45 overs) | MCG, Melbourne † | Australia, New Zealand |
| 6 | 2023 | Australia | 241/4 ((43/ | 6 wickets | India | 240 | Ahmedabad | India |
West Indies:
The inaugural edition of the Cricket World Cup was held in England, and it was the West Indies who emerged victorious. Led by the legendary Clive Lloyd, the West Indian team showcased their dominance and flair, defeating Australia in the final at Lord’s.
The West Indies continued their reign as champions in the 1979 World Cup, which was also hosted by England. They defeated the host nation, England, in the final at Lord’s once again, under the captaincy of Clive Lloyd.
| No # | Year | Winner | Winner’s score | Winning margin | Runner-up | R/Up’s score | Final venue | Host nation(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1975 | West Indies | 291/8 (60 overs) | 17 runs | Australia | 274 all out (58.4 overs) | Lord’s, London | England |
| 2 | 1979 | West Indies | 286/9 (60 overs) | 92 runs | England | 194 all out (51 overs) | Lord’s, London | England |
India:
One of the most iconic moments in cricket history occurred in 1983 when India, led by Kapil Dev, stunned the world by winning the World Cup. India’s underdog triumph came against the mighty West Indies in the final at Lord’s, marking a significant turning point for Indian cricket.
India became the first team to win the World Cup on home soil in 2011. Under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, India displayed exceptional cricketing skills to defeat Sri Lanka in a thrilling final at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
| No # | Year | Winner | Winner’s score | Winning margin | Runner-up | R/Up’s score | Final venue | Host nation(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1983 | India | 183 all out (55th over) | 43 runs | West Indies | 140 all out (52 overs) | Lord’s, London | England |
| 2 | 2011 | India | 277/4 (48.2 overs) | 6 wickets | Sri Lanka | 274/6 (50 overs) | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai † | India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh |
Pakistan:
| No # | Year | Winner | Winner’s score | Winning margin | Runner-up | R/Up’s score | Final venue | Host nation(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1999 | Pakistan | 249/6 (50 overs) | 22 runs | England | 227 all out (49.2 overs) | MCG, Melbourne | Australia, New Zealand |
Pakistan’s moment of glory came in the 1992 World Cup, held in Australia and New Zealand. Under the inspiring leadership of Imran Khan, the Pakistan team overcame England in the final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to win their first World Cup.
Sri Lanka:
| Year | Winner | Winner’s score | Winning margin | Runner-up | R/Up’s score | Final venue | Host nation(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Sri Lanka | 245/3 (46.2 overs) | 7 wickets | Australia | 241/7 (50 overs) | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka |
Sri Lanka secured their maiden World Cup title in 1996, jointly hosted by India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Led by Arjuna Ranatunga, the Sri Lankan team showcased their prowess by defeating Australia in a thrilling final at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.
England:
| Year | Winner | Winner’s score | Winning margin | Runner-up | R/Up’s score | Final venue | Host nation(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | England | 241 all out (50 overs) | Tiebreak: 9 fours | New Zealand | 241/8 (50 overs) | Lord’s, London | England, Wales |
In a nail-biting final that will be remembered for ages, England claimed their maiden World Cup title in 2019. Eoin Morgan led the English team to victory, with a thrilling Super Over finish against New Zealand at Lord’s, where England won on boundary count.
FAQ About CWC
Australia has won the most ICC Men’s Cricket World Cups, with 6 titles. They won in 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2015, and 2023. The West Indies and India are tied for second place, with two titles each. The West Indies won in 1975 and 1979, while India won in 1983 and 2011. Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and England have each won 1 title.
Pakistan has won the Cricket World Cup once, in 1992. They were captained by Imran Khan and defeated England in the final by 22 runs. Pakistan has also been runners-up in the World Cup once, in 1999, when they lost to Australia in the final.
India has won the Cricket World Cup twice, in 1983 and 2011. They were captained by Kapil Dev in 1983 and MS Dhoni in 2011. India has also been runners-up in the World Cup twice, in 2003 and 2019.
Conclusion:
The ICC Cricket World Cup has witnessed some extraordinary moments and unforgettable displays of cricketing brilliance.
From the West Indies’ early dominance to India’s historic triumph in 1983 and beyond, each edition of the tournament has added a new chapter to the rich history of cricket.
As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the next edition, the ICC Cricket World Cup continues to captivate and inspire millions of cricket enthusiasts globally, celebrating the spirit of the game and the quest for cricketing supremacy.