- By Namrata Vijay
- Mon, 01 Jul 2024 03:21 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
ICC T20 world cup winner list (2007-2024): Rohit Sharma became the second captain in the history of Indian cricket to win the ICC T20 World Cup trophy. South Africa suffered a major heart-break after failing to win their first ICC title after making in the maiden final at Kensington Oval in Barbados on June 29. This is India's first ICC trophy in 11 years. Last time, India won an ICC trophy under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, when Indian cricket team lifted the Champions Trophy in 2013.
T20 World Cup winner list
| Year | Winner | Runner up |
| 2007 | India | Pakistan |
| 2009 | Pakistan | Sri Lanka |
| 2010 | England | Australia |
| 2012 | West India | Sri Lanka |
| 2014 | Sri Lanka | India |
| 2016 | West Indies | England |
| 2021 | Australia | New Zealand |
| 2022 | England | Pakistan |
| 2024 | India | South Africa |
The first edition of the T20 World Cup was held in 2007, which started a new era in cricket. MS Dhoni-led India lifted the maiden T20 World Cup title. Under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, the Men in Blue thrashed their arch-nemesis Pakistan in a nail-biting final. The match became intense as India defeated Pakistan by just five runs. New talents like Yuvraj Singh emerged from this tournament, whose brilliant batting and all-round abilities played a huge role in India’s successful campaign. Their victory in the 2007 edition not only glorified Indian cricket but also revolutionized the shortest format, which spread like wildfire across the world. This laid the foundation for the rise in this format as it attracted audiences in large numbers due to its fast-paced nature and nail-biting thrillers.
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2009 T20 World Cu winner list - Pakistan
The Men in Green’s victory came amid obstacles and challenges within the system and despite all of that, Pakistan showed brilliant teamwork and resilience to lift their maiden T20 World Cup. The Younis Khan-led thrashed Sri Lanka in the summit clash. Shahid Afridi played a brilliant all-rounder role and youngsters like Mohammed Amir proved pivotal in Pakistan's triumph, rejuvenating their country’s cricket.
2010 T20 World Cup winner list - England
England’s win in this edition was a historic moment for them. The Paul Collingwood-led side showed determination and defeated a strong Australian team in the final to win their maiden title. They had a balanced team, which had both veterans and youngsters who performed consistently in the tournament. This was the first ICC title England had won, despite being the inventor of the game.
2012 T20 World Cup winner list - West Indies
The West Indies won their maiden T20 World Cup title in 2012 in a nail-biting final. Led by Darren Sammy, the team showcased their big-hitting abilities, and the bowlers performed consistently throughout the tournament. Players like Chris Gayle, Marlon Samuels, and Sunil Narine played crucial roles in their successful campaign, delivering match-winning performances in key games. They remained resilient throughout the tournament, securing memorable victories against top teams.
The summit clash against Sri Lanka demonstrated the West Indies' arrival in style in this format. While chasing a formidable target, the West Indies batters played fearlessly, leading their team to their maiden title. This victory not only secured the T20 World Cup for them but also re-established their status as a powerhouse in world cricket.
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2014 T20 World Cup winner list - Sri Lanka
The Lasith Malinga-led Sri Lankan side won the 2014 edition of the T20 World Cup. Their campaign was marked by tactical brilliance, clinical execution, and unwavering determination. Sri Lanka’s road to historic triumph was paved with brilliant performances, securing crucial wins against strong opponents. Players like Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene, along with youngsters like Thisara Perera and Angelo Mathews, displayed depth and versatility in all departments. In the summit clash against India, Sri Lanka performed brilliantly both with bat and ball, lifting their maiden title. Lasith Malinga’s match-winning spell and Kumar Sangakkara's fearless batting played pivotal roles in their comfortable win.
2016 T20 World Cup winner list - West Indies
The sixth edition of the T20 World Cup was a scintillating tournament full of fierce competition and thrilling matches, with the West Indies once again scripting history by winning the tournament. The Darren Sammy-led side showcased their power-hitting prowess throughout the tournament. Their campaign featured historic matches where they demonstrated exceptional batting and brilliant bowling spells. The summit clash at Eden Gardens in Kolkata saw the West Indies facing England in a high-octane battle. It ended in a nail-biting finish, with the West Indies winning by four wickets with just two balls remaining.
2021 T20 World Cup winner list - Australia
This edition witnessed cricketing excellence on a global stage, with Australia emerging as the champions after a series of thrilling matches. The Aaron Finch-led side was clinical in all departments—batting, bowling, and fielding—which helped them win the title. Throughout the tournament, they performed brilliantly under pressure. The summit clash against New Zealand turned out to be a high-octane match. The Australian side, led by Finch, outclassed their trans-Tasman rivals, winning their maiden trophy in this format.
2022 T20 World Cup winner list - England
The Jos Buttler-led England team won the 2022 edition in Australia. Despite an early upset loss to Ireland in their tournament opener, they bounced back by defeating teams like Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and India. In the final against Pakistan, England won the toss and opted to bowl first, restricting the Babar Azam-led side to a meagre 137 runs. Sam Curran stood out among the bowlers, taking three wickets for just 12 runs and earning both the Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament awards. Despite a batting collapse, Ben Stokes guided England to their second title, winning by five wickets with six balls remaining.
2024 T20 World Cup winner list- India
In a classic ICC Men's T20 World Cup final sure to be remembered for years to come, India made history with a nail-biting seven-run win over South Africa. And with it came the celebrations. There was an undeniable sense of relief as well, as India finally managed to cross the final hurdle after two heartbreaking falls in just the last year.
