ICC T20 World Cup 2010: England Win Their Maiden T20 Title
England won the 2010 ICC World Twenty20 in the West Indies, defeating Australia in the final at Kensington Oval to claim their first global limited-overs title.
The 2010 ICC World Twenty20 was held in the West Indies. England, under Paul Collingwood's captaincy, won their first major global limited-overs title, defeating Australia in a tightly-contested final at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown on May 16, 2010.
England's Tournament Campaign
England played aggressive T20 cricket throughout the tournament. Craig Kieswetter, a young wicketkeeper-batsman, was one of the finds of the tournament. Kevin Pietersen and Paul Collingwood provided experience and firepower. England's bowling attack, led by Graeme Swann's off-spin and Steve Finn's pace, proved difficult to master.
The Final Against Australia
In the final, Craig Kieswetter (63) and Kevin Pietersen (47) gave England a strong start, posting 147 for 3. Australia's chase was undermined by tight English bowling. Michael Lumb made a crucial early contribution as an opener. Australia fell 7 runs short, dismissed for 140. It was England's first major limited-overs title since the 1992 Cricket World Cup.
Tournament Context
The 2010 edition was only the third T20 World Cup, but the format had already established itself as a premium global event. Pakistan, the defending champions from 2009 (when they won on home-turned-to-England soil), were among the semi-finalists. The West Indies, despite home advantage, were eliminated in the group stage.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the 2010 T20 World Cup?
England won the 2010 ICC World Twenty20, defeating Australia by 7 runs in the final at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown on May 16, 2010.
Who was Player of the Tournament in the 2010 T20 World Cup?
Craig Kieswetter of England won the Player of the Tournament award, including a match-winning 63 in the final against Australia.