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The ICC Champions Trophy, inaugurated in 1998, is a premier One Day International (ODI) cricket tournament featuring the world’s top teams. Renowned for its competitive matches, the tournament has seen various champions over the years.

Most Wins in ICC Champions Trophy – Full List of Winners

TeamNumber of WinsYears Won
India32002 (shared), 2013. 2025
Australia22006, 2009
South Africa11998
New Zealand12000
Sri Lanka12002 (shared)
West Indies12004
Pakistan12017

India’s Triumphs

India now holds the record for the most ICC Champions Trophy victories, with three titles to their name. Their first win was in 2002, sharing the title with Sri Lanka after rain-affected finals. The second came in 2013 with a narrow victory over England. Most recently, in 2025, India clinched the trophy by defeating New Zealand by four wickets in the final held in Dubai. In that match, captain Rohit Sharma led with a rapid 76, supported by KL Rahul’s composed unbeaten 34, helping India chase down a target of 252 with an over to spare.

Australia’s Back-to-Back Wins

Australia has secured the Champions Trophy twice, achieving consecutive victories in 2006 and 2009. Their dominance during this period showcased their strength in the ODI format.

Notable Single-Time Champions

Several teams have etched their names into the Champions Trophy history with single victories:

  • South Africa: Winners of the inaugural tournament in 1998, defeating the West Indies in the final.
  • New Zealand: Claimed the title in 2000 by overcoming India in a closely contested final.
  • Sri Lanka: Shared the trophy with India in 2002 after the final was washed out twice due to rain.
  • West Indies: Triumphed in 2004, showcasing their prowess in the shorter format of the game.
  • Pakistan: Achieved their first Champions Trophy win in 2017 with a remarkable performance against India in the final.

The ICC Champions Trophy has provided cricket fans with memorable moments and intense competition. India’s recent victory in 2025 has solidified their position as the most successful team in the tournament’s history. As the cricketing world looks ahead, anticipation builds for which nation will next etch their name onto this prestigious trophy.


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