ICC Champions Trophy Winners List: The ICC Champions Trophy is a prestigious One Day International (ODI) cricket tournament organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Established in 1998, it is considered the second most significant 50-over competition after the ICC Cricket World Cup. The tournament features the top cricketing nations competing for the coveted title.
ICC Champions Trophy Winners List
| Year | Host Country | Winner | Runner-Up |
| 1998 | Bangladesh | South Africa | West Indies |
| 2000 | Kenya | New Zealand | India |
| 2002 | Sri Lanka | India & Sri Lanka | – |
| 2004 | England | West Indies | England |
| 2006 | India | Australia | West Indies |
| 2009 | South Africa | Australia | New Zealand |
| 2013 | England | India | England |
| 2017 | England | Pakistan | India |
| 2025 | Pakistan & UAE | TBA | TBA |
Last Champions Trophy Winner
The last ICC Champions Trophy was held in 2017 in England and Wales, where Pakistan emerged as the champions for the first time. In the final, they faced arch-rivals India at The Oval on June 18, 2017. Pakistan batted first and achieved a tremendous total of 338/4, inspired by Fakhar Zaman’s remarkable 114-run effort.
In response, India’s batting lineup collapsed under pressure, with Mohammad Amir delivering a brilliant spell, taking 3 wickets for 16 runs, including the crucial wickets of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shikhar Dhawan. India was bowled out for 158 runs, handing Pakistan a historic 180-run victory, the largest margin in a Champions Trophy final. This win was a landmark moment for Pakistan cricket, as they became the first team to win an ICC event after starting as the lowest-ranked side in the tournament.
ICC Champions Trophy Interesting Facts
- Inaugural Edition (1998) – The first ICC Champions Trophy was played in Bangladesh, making it the first ICC tournament held in a non-Test-playing nation at that time. South Africa won the title, their first major ICC trophy.
- Only Joint Winners (2002) – The 2002 final between India and Sri Lanka was washed out twice due to rain in Colombo, and both teams were declared joint winners—a unique event in ICC tournament history.
- Australia’s Back-to-Back Wins – Australia is the only team to win the ICC Champions Trophy in consecutive editions (2006 and 2009), showing their dominance in ODI cricket.
- India’s Unbeaten Triumph (2013) – Under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, India won the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy without losing a single match, making them the only team to achieve an undefeated campaign in the tournament’s history.
- Pakistan’s First Champions Trophy Win (2017) – In the 2017 final, Pakistan defeated India by 180 runs, their biggest-ever win against India in an ICC event, thanks to Fakhar Zaman’s century and a fiery spell from Mohammad Amir.
The ICC Champions Trophy has provided cricket fans with numerous memorable moments and has been instrumental in promoting the sport globally. As of 2025, the tournament continues to be a significant event in the international cricket calendar, bringing together top teams in a competitive and entertaining format.
FAQs
Who won the last ICC Champions Trophy?
The last ICC Champions Trophy was held in 2017, and Pakistan won the title by defeating India in the final by 180 runs.
Which team has won the most ICC Champions Trophy titles?
Australia and India hold the record for the most ICC Champions Trophy wins. Both the teams won two titles each.
Why was the ICC Champions Trophy not held after 2017?
The ICC initially planned to replace the Champions Trophy with the ICC World Cup Super League, but later decided to bring it back in 2025 due to popular demand.
Who was the top performer in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy final?
Fakhar Zaman scored 114 runs, and Mohammad Amir took 3 crucial wickets, helping Pakistan secure their first Champions Trophy title.
