Cricket World Cup Winners — Complete History
Every ODI Cricket World Cup winner from 1975 to 2023, key finals, and which nations have dominated the tournament's history.
The ICC Cricket World Cup (50-over format) is the oldest and most prestigious major cricket tournament, held every four years. It has been dominated by Australia (6 titles), with West Indies (2), India (2), Sri Lanka (1), Pakistan (1), and England (1) each winning it at least once. The tournament began in England in 1975 as the 'Prudential Cup', with West Indies beating Australia in the final.
All ODI World Cup Winners
| Year | Host | Winner | Runner-Up | Final Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | England | West Indies | Australia | Lord's, London |
| 1979 | England | West Indies | England | Lord's, London |
| 1983 | England | India | West Indies | Lord's, London |
| 1987 | India/Pakistan | Australia | England | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 1992 | Australia/NZ | Pakistan | England | MCG, Melbourne |
| 1996 | India/Pak/SL | Sri Lanka | Australia | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 1999 | England | Australia | Pakistan | Lord's, London |
| 2003 | South Africa | Australia | India | Wanderers, Johannesburg |
| 2007 | West Indies | Australia | Sri Lanka | Kensington Oval, Barbados |
| 2011 | India/SL/Bang | India | Sri Lanka | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 2015 | Australia/NZ | Australia | New Zealand | MCG, Melbourne |
| 2019 | England/Wales | England | New Zealand | Lord's, London |
| 2023 | India | Australia | India | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
Most Successful Nations
| Country | Titles | Finals Appearances |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | 6 | 8 |
| West Indies | 2 | 3 |
| India | 2 | 3 |
| England | 1 | 3 |
| Sri Lanka | 1 | 2 |
| Pakistan | 1 | 2 |
Landmark Moments
- 1983: India's underdog win under Kapil Dev — the moment that made cricket in India a billion-fan sport
- 1992: Pakistan's Imran Khan-led win — one of cricket's greatest comeback stories
- 1999: Australia begin their dominant era — first of three consecutive titles (1999, 2003, 2007)
- 2011: India's home triumph — Dhoni's six off Nuwan Kulasekara to win the final is an iconic moment
- 2019: Super Over thriller — England and New Zealand tied on runs, England won on boundary count
- 2023: Australia beat India in the final in Ahmedabad before 130,000 fans in the world's largest cricket stadium
Frequently asked questions
When is the next ODI World Cup?
The next men's ODI World Cup is scheduled for 2027, to be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia — the first time it will be held on African soil. The Women's ODI World Cup 2025 was hosted by India. The T20 World Cup (a separate tournament) alternates with the ODI World Cup on a two-year cycle.