T20 World Cup Winners List from 2007 to 2023
T20 World Cup Winners List from 2007 to 2023
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC), is a prestigious Twenty20 International cricket tournament that has been captivating fans worldwide since its inception in 2007.
With the latest edition held in 2022 in Australia, the upcoming 2024 tournament promises to be yet another exhilarating display of top-tier cricketing talent. Let’s delve into the tournament’s history, format, expansion plans, and list of all the winners from 2007 to 2023.
The wins of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup from 2007 to 2024 are the topic of discussion here. The last competition took place in Australia in 2022. In the last match played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on November 13, England prevailed over Pakistan. They emerged as the winners of 2022. The previous T20 World Cup champions are listed below.
T20 World Cup Winners List From 2007 to 2023
Years | Winners | Runner-Up | MOS | Most Wickets | Venues |
2007 | India | Pakistan | Shahid Afridi | Umar Gul | South Africa |
2009 | Pakistan | Sri Lanka | Tillakaratne Dilshan | Umar Gul | England |
2010 | England | Australia | Kevin Pietersen | Dirk Nannes | West Indies |
2012 | West Indies | Sri Lanka | Shane Watson | Ajantha Mendis | Sri Lanka |
2014 | Sri Lanka | India | Virat Kohli | Ajantha Mendis | Bangladesh |
2016 | West Indies | England | Virat Kohli | Mustafizur Rahman | India |
2021 | Australia | New Zealand | Mitchell Marsh | Adam Zampa | UAE/Oman |
2022 | England | Pakistan | Sam Curran | Wanindu Hasaranga | Australia |
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T20 World Cup Winners Country Wise
Country | No of Titles | Years |
West Indies | 2 | 2012, 2016 |
England | 2 | 2010,2022 |
India | 1 | 2007 |
Pakistan | 1 | 2009 |
Sri Lanka | 1 | 2014 |
Australia | 1 | 2021 |
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T20 World Cup 2007 Winner- INDIA
India created history in 2007 when they won the inaugural T20 World Cup under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. In the end, they defeated Pakistan, and Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi was named Player of the Series. During its trip, India only suffered one defeat in the Super 8s event, against New Zealand.
Also Read: India vs Pakistan: Thrilling ICC World Twenty20 World Cup Final 2007 Recap
T20 World Cup 2009 Winner- PAKISTAN
Pakistan salvaged a victory in the 2009 T20 World Cup, having finished second in the previous one. In the final, which was hosted by England, Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka to win. Sri Lanka’s Tillakaratne Dilshan emerged as both the series’ most valuable player and highest run scorer.
T20 World Cup 2010 Winner- ENGLAND
As the first non-Asian side to win the T20 World Cup in 2010, England created history. In the final match, they triumphed over Australia, and Kevin Pietersen was named Player of the Series in recognition of his exceptional play.
T20 World Cup 2012 Winner- WEST INDIES
West Indies won their first T20 World Cup triumph in 2012 by upsetting the host country Sri Lanka in the championship match. Australia’s Shane Watson was the Player of the Series and the leading run scorer, and Sri Lanka’s Ajantha Mendis was the highest wicket-taker.
T20 World Cup 2014 Winner- SRI LANKA
In the 2014 T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka defeated India by six wickets in the final to win the title. With this victory, Sri Lanka won its first T20 World Cup, while Indian player Virat Kohli was named Player of the Series in addition to being the leading run scorer.
T20 World Cup 2016 Winner- WEST INDIES
West Indies accomplished a tremendous achievement in the T20 World Cup 2016 by taking home the trophy twice. They defeated England in the championship match to win the T20 World Cup and make history as the first side to do so. Tamim Iqbal emerged as the leading run scorer, and Virat Kohli was named Player of the Series.
T20 World Cup 2021 Winner- AUSTRALIA
Australia defeated New Zealand in the final to win the T20 World Cup in 2021. Australia took control of the game and won by eight wickets to win the first ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. To cap off the team’s historic victory, Australia’s Mitchell Marsh was chosen player of the match in the championship.
T20 World Cup 2022 Winner- England
Following the conclusion of the T20 World Cup 2022, England became the new champions. After defeating New Zealand in the opening semifinal, Pakistan guaranteed their place in the championship game. In the second semifinal, England did the same, defeating India with an emphatic 10-wicket win. An important victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup was achieved by England in the championship match.
Also Read: England’s T20 World Cup Triumph: Stokes and Curran Shine Bright
2024 T20 World Cup
Host Countries
The United States and the West Indies will collaborate to host the competition, marking the first time that a significant ICC cricket tournament will take place in the US. This is seen as a major milestone in the growth of cricket in the US, where the game is gaining popularity.
Expanded Format
With 20 teams participating, it will be the largest T20 World Cup ever. Since more different cricketing nations will be participating in the competition, it is anticipated that it will become more competitive and exciting.
Qualification Process
Eight teams have already secured their spots in the event, while there are still eight teams still to go. A regional qualification process will determine the remaining twelve berths.
Venues
Although the tournament’s locations have not yet been revealed, they are anticipated to be dispersed around the United States and the West Indies. Fans will have a rare chance to see cricket in various settings thanks to this.
One of the most anticipated cricket competitions worldwide is the T20 World Cup, and the 2024 edition is predicted to be no different. The world’s top cricketing nations are vying for the coveted trophy, and fans are looking forward to it.
