From India to England: The Journey of T20 World Cup Champions

The ninth edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be hosted by the West Indies and the USA from June 2 to June 29, 2024. This highly anticipated tournament will feature 20 teams competing across 55 games, culminating in the final match on June 29, where the new champion will be crowned.

2007 ICC World Twenty20 South Africa

India won the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007 under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, defeating Pakistan in a memorable final. Shahid Afridi from Pakistan was named Player of the Series, marking the beginning of T20 cricket’s global popularity.

2009 ICC World Twenty20 England

Pakistan secured their first T20 World Cup title in 2009, defeating Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the final. Despite early losses to England and Sri Lanka, Pakistan managed to win the tournament. Tillakaratne Dilshan from Sri Lanka was the Player of the Series and the top run-scorer.

2010 ICC World Twenty20 West Indies

England emerged victorious in the T20 World Cup 2010, becoming the first non-Asian team to win the title by defeating Australia by seven wickets in the final. Kevin Pietersen was named Player of the Series, contributing significantly to England’s success.

2012 ICC World Twenty20 Sri Lanka

West Indies won their first T20 World Cup in 2012, beating hosts Sri Lanka by 36 runs in the final. Despite an initial loss to Australia, West Indies clinched the trophy with Shane Watson from Australia being named Player of the Series and top run-scorer, while Ajantha Mendis from Sri Lanka took the most wickets.

2014 ICC World Twenty20 Bangladesh

Sri Lanka claimed the T20 World Cup 2014 title, defeating India by six wickets in the final. Virat Kohli was both the top run-scorer and Player of the Series, marking another stellar tournament for the Indian batsman.

2016 ICC World Twenty20 India

West Indies became the first team to win the T20 World Cup twice, defeating England in the 2016 final. Despite a loss to Afghanistan in the group stage, the West Indies triumphed in the tournament, with Virat Kohli being named Player of the Series and Tamim Iqbal emerging as the highest run-scorer.

2021 ICC World Twenty20 Oman & UAE

Australia won their maiden ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title in 2021, defeating New Zealand by eight wickets in the final. Mitchell Marsh was named Player of the Match for his exceptional performance. The tournament featured 12 teams in the Super 12 stage, divided into two groups, with Australia ultimately emerging as the champions.

2022 ICC World Twenty20 Australia

England triumphed in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022, securing victory against Pakistan in a thrilling final. Pakistan posted 137 runs (137/8) in 20 overs, but England chased down the target in 19 overs with five wickets remaining (138/5). Indian batsman Virat Kohli emerged as the top run-scorer of the tournament with 296 runs in six matches, while Sri Lankan bowler Wanindu Hasaranga claimed the most wickets, taking 15 in eight matches at an economy rate of 6.41.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has seen a rich history of champions from various cricketing nations, each adding to the tournament’s legacy. As we approach the 2024 edition, the anticipation builds for another chapter in the thrilling saga of T20 cricket.