The ICC Champions Trophy, often dubbed the “Mini World Cup,” is a premier One Day International (ODI) cricket tournament organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Established in 1998, the tournament has undergone several evolutions in format and frequency but has consistently showcased high-quality cricket among the world’s top teams. Below is a comprehensive overview of each edition from 1998 to 2025, highlighting the winners, runners-up, venues, and notable moments.
1998: Inaugural Edition in Bangladesh
- Winner: South Africa
- Runner-Up: West Indies
- Venue: Dhaka, Bangladesh
The inaugural ICC KnockOut tournament, later renamed the Champions Trophy, was held in Dhaka. South Africa clinched the title by defeating the West Indies in the final. Chasing a target of 245 runs, the Proteas achieved victory with a four-wicket margin, marking their first major ICC trophy win.
2000: New Zealand’s Triumph in Kenya
- Winner: New Zealand
- Runner-Up: India
- Venue: Nairobi, Kenya
New Zealand secured their first ICC trophy by defeating India in the final. India set a target of 265 runs, but a stellar unbeaten century by Chris Cairns propelled the Kiwis to a four-wicket victory, achieved in 49.4 overs.
2002: Shared Honors in Sri Lanka
- Winners: India and Sri Lanka (Co-Champions)
- Venue: Colombo, Sri Lanka
The 2002 edition concluded without a definitive winner as both the initial final and the reserve day were washed out due to persistent rain. Consequently, India and Sri Lanka were declared joint champions, a unique occurrence in ICC events.
2004: West Indies’ Resurgence in England
- Winner: West Indies
- Runner-Up: England
- Venue: The Oval, England
West Indies emerged victorious against England in a thrilling final. Chasing a modest target of 218 runs, they faced significant challenges but ultimately secured a two-wicket win, marking their first Champions Trophy title.
2006: Australia’s Dominance Begins
- Winner: Australia
- Runner-Up: West Indies
- Venue: Mumbai, India
Australia clinched their first Champions Trophy by defeating the West Indies. The Caribbean team was bowled out for a mere 138 runs, and Australia chased down the revised target of 116 runs comfortably, winning by eight wickets.
2009: Australia Retains the Title
- Winner: Australia
- Runner-Up: New Zealand
- Venue: Centurion, South Africa
Australia became the first team to successfully defend their Champions Trophy title. They restricted New Zealand to 200/9 and chased down the target with six wickets in hand, underscoring their dominance in ODI cricket.
2013: India’s Rain-Affected Victory in England
- Winner: India
- Runner-Up: England
- Venue: Birmingham, England
In a rain-curtailed final reduced to 20 overs per side, India posted 129/7. Their bowlers then delivered a disciplined performance, restricting England to 124/8, securing a narrow five-run victory and their second Champions Trophy title.
2017: Pakistan’s Maiden Title in England
- Winner: Pakistan
- Runner-Up: India
- Venue: The Oval, England
Pakistan claimed their first Champions Trophy by defeating arch-rivals India. Batting first, Pakistan amassed a formidable total of 338/4. India faltered in response, being bowled out for 158, handing Pakistan a comprehensive 180-run victory.
2025: India’s Triumph in Dubai
- Winner: India
- Runner-Up: New Zealand
- Venue: Dubai, UAE
India clinched their third Champions Trophy title by defeating New Zealand in a tense final. New Zealand set a target of 252 runs, with notable contributions from Daryl Mitchell (63) and Michael Bracewell (53*). India’s chase was anchored by captain Rohit Sharma’s 76 runs, earning him the Player of the Match award. Despite a late fightback from New Zealand’s spinners, India achieved the target with nine balls to spare, finishing the tournament unbeaten. Rachin Ravindra of New Zealand was named Player of the Tournament.
Notable Achievements and Records
- Most Titles: India and Australia lead with three titles each.
- Unique Occurrence: The 2002 edition remains the only instance where the trophy was shared between two teams.
- Defending Champions: Australia is the sole team to have defended their title successfully.
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