ICC Champions Trophy 2004: West Indies Beat England at The Oval — Lara, Gayle, WI's Second CT
The ICC Champions Trophy 2004 was the sixth edition, held in England in September 2004. West Indies won their second Champions Trophy title, defeating England by 2 wickets in the final at The Oval, London on 25 September 2004. England scored 217 for 6 (40 overs, rain-reduced); West Indies won with 1 ball to spare (218 for 8 in 39.5 overs). Ian Bradshaw took 3 for 28 and scored 34 not out in the winning partnership and was named Player of the Match. Courtney Browne and Bradshaw added 71 for the 9th wicket off the final 3 overs — an extraordinary finish. Player of the Tournament was Chris Gayle (Runs). It was the first major ICC trophy for the West Indies since the 1979 World Cup. Brian Lara captained West Indies.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2004 was the sixth edition, held in England in September 2004. West Indies, led by Brian Lara, were seeking their first major ICC trophy since the 1979 World Cup. England were the hosts and favourites. The final at The Oval on 25 September 2004 was rain-reduced to 40 overs per side.
Bradshaw and Browne's Ninth-Wicket Stand
England scored 217 for 6 in 40 overs. West Indies were 147 for 8 with three overs remaining — requiring 71 runs from 3 overs with only 2 wickets in hand. Ian Bradshaw (34 not out, batting at 10) and Courtney Browne added 71 runs in partnership to win with 1 ball to spare. Bradshaw was named Player of the Match for both his bowling (3 for 28) and batting contributions. Chris Gayle was named Player of the Tournament. It was West Indies' first major ICC trophy since their second World Cup title in 1979 — a 25-year wait.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the ICC Champions Trophy 2004 and what was the key moment in the final?
West Indies won their second Champions Trophy in 2004, defeating England by 2 wickets in The Oval final on 25 September 2004. England scored 217 for 6 in the rain-reduced 40-over match. West Indies were 147 for 8 with 3 overs remaining, needing 71 runs with 2 wickets in hand. Ian Bradshaw (34 not out) and Courtney Browne scored 71 in the final 3 overs. Bradshaw was Player of the Match for his 3 for 28 and batting. It was West Indies' first major ICC trophy since their 1979 World Cup win — a 25-year gap. Brian Lara captained the side.