List of Countries who Won ICC Champions Trophy (1998-2025)

By Rohit - Jan 29, 2025 06:43 PM
Last updated on Jan 29, 2025 06:46 PM

The ICC Champions Trophy, often dubbed the "Mini World Cup," has had a fascinating journey since its inception in 1998. Initially designed to boost cricket development in non-Test-playing nations, it quickly became a prestigious tournament in its own right. This article details the history of the Champions Trophy, its winners, and what we can expect in the upcoming 2025 edition.

The ICC KnockOut Tournament (1998-2000)

The tournament began life as the ICC KnockOut Tournament, with the first two editions held in Kenya (1998) and Bangladesh (2000). These early tournaments laid the foundation for what would become a major event on the cricketing calendar.

1. 1998 - Kenya: South Africa emerged victorious in the inaugural tournament, defeating the West Indies.
2. 2000 - Bangladesh: New Zealand claimed the trophy in the second edition, overcoming India in the final.

Champions Trophy (2002-2017)

The tournament was rebranded as the ICC Champions Trophy in 2002. This era saw the tournament grow in stature, attracting the top ODI teams in the world and producing some memorable moments.

1. 2002 - Sri Lanka: An unprecedented shared title occurred as the final between Sri Lanka and India was washed out.  
2. 2004 - England: The West Indies surprised many by winning the trophy, defeating the host nation England in the final.
3. 2006 - India: Australia showcased their dominance, defeating the West Indies to clinch the title.  
4. 2009 - South Africa: Australia continued their winning streak, securing back-to-back titles by defeating New Zealand.  
5. 2013 - England and Wales: India roared back to claim the trophy, defeating England in a thrilling final.  
6. 2017 - England and Wales: Pakistan produced a stunning performance to win their maiden Champions Trophy, defeating arch-rivals India in the final.

Following the 2017 edition, the ICC decided to discontinue the Champions Trophy, focusing on the three major formats (Tests, ODIs, and T20s) with one global tournament each. However, in 2021, the ICC announced the tournament's return, much to the delight of cricket fans worldwide.

The Return: Champions Trophy 2025

The ICC Champions Trophy is set to make its comeback in 2025, hosted by Pakistan. This marks a significant moment for Pakistan cricket and promises to be a highly anticipated event.

The tournament is scheduled to take place in Pakistan. The qualified teams have been confirmed following the 2023 Cricket World Cup league stage: India, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan (host), and Afghanistan.

The excitement doesn't stop in 2025. The ICC has also confirmed that India will host the Champions Trophy in 2029.

Top Performers in Champions Trophy history

Similarly, bowlers like Lasith Malinga, Mitchell Starc, and Zaheer Khan have impacted the Champions Trophy.  

Many players have delivered match-winning performances in the finals. For example, Pakistan's strong bowling performance in the 2017 final was crucial to their victory.

The Champions Trophy has cemented its place as a premier ODI tournament. Its return in 2025 and 2029 promises to deliver more thrilling cricket and add to the rich history of this prestigious event.

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