Presented here is a comprehensive list of champions who have triumphed in the ODI Cricket World Cup. The tournament was first introduced in England in 1975, featuring a series of one-day matches with each side playing for 60 overs. In a significant milestone, the 1987 edition was jointly hosted by India and Pakistan, marking the first time the tournament was held outside of England. Furthermore, the 1987 tournament saw a reduction in the number of overs played per side, shortened to 50.
Unprecedented Achievement of Australia in the ODI Cricket World Cup
In a remarkable achievement, Australia became the first team to win three consecutive World Cup tournaments in 2007, out of the twelve held to date. With a total of five victories, Australia stands as the most successful country in the history of the tournament. India and West Indies are the only other nations to have won the World Cup more than once, securing two victories each.
India emerged victorious in 1983 and 2011, while West Indies claimed the title in 1975 and 1979. The most recent World Cup, held in 2019, witnessed England as the triumphant team. Below is a comprehensive list of all the winners of the One Day Cricket World Cup.
ODI Cricket World Cup Winners List – From 1975 to 2023
From the inaugural World Cup in 1975 to the present year of 2023, provided below is the list of winners of the ODI Cricket World Cup.
| Year | Host | Winner | Runner-up | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | England | West Indies | Australia | West Indies won by 17 runs |
| 1979 | England | West Indies | England | West Indies won by 92 runs |
| 1983 | England | India | West Indies | India won by 43 runs |
| 1987 | India and Pakistan | Australia | England | Australia won by 7 runs |
| 1992 | Australia and New Zealand | Pakistan | England | Pakistan won by 22 runs |
| 1996 | Pakistan and India | Sri Lanka | Australia | Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets |
| 1999 | England | Australia | Pakistan | Australia won by 8 wickets |
| 2003 | South Africa | Australia | India | Australia won by 125 runs |
| 2007 | West Indies | Australia | Sri Lanka | Australia won by 53 runs |
| 2011 | India and Bangladesh | India | Sri Lanka | India won by 6 wickets |
| 2015 | Australia and New Zealand | Australia | New Zealand | Australia won by 7 wickets |
| 2019 | England and Wales | England | New Zealand | Match tied after regular play and super over; England won on boundary count |
| 2023 | India | – | – | – |
Breakdown of ODI Cricket World Cup Winners by Countries
Record-Breaking Success of Australia
Australia has established an unparalleled record in the ICC ODI World Cup, securing the title on five occasions and finishing as the runner-up twice. Their dominance in the tournament is unmatched.
India and West Indies’ Multiple Triumphs
Following Australia’s success, both India and West Indies have won the World Cup title twice, proving their mettle in the cricketing world. They have showcased exceptional skills and emerged victorious on multiple occasions.
Historic Victory for England
In the most recent edition of the ICC ODI Men’s World Cup held in 2019 in England and Wales, England achieved a historic milestone by clinching their maiden tournament victory. It was a significant moment as England had never won the World Cup before.
Overview of World Cup Victories by Countries
Here is an overview of the number of World Cup victories for each country:
- Australia: 5 titles (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2015)
- India: 2 titles (1983, 2011)
- West Indies: 2 titles (1975, 1979)
- England: 1 title (2019)
- New Zealand: 0 titles
- Pakistan: 1 title (1992)
- Sri Lanka: 1 title (1996)
This breakdown provides a comprehensive overview of the countries that have emerged victorious in the ODI Cricket World Cup.
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