The ICC Champions Trophy (originally called the Wills International Cup and ICC KnockOut) has had some of the world’s top cricket teams competing for the prestigious title. The tournament, first held in 1998, has seen exciting finals and thrilling victories. South Africa claimed the inaugural title in 1998 during the Wills International Cup, held in Bangladesh. The tournament was later renamed the ICC Champions Trophy, with New Zealand winning the ICC KnockOut in 2000, held in Kenya.
Over the years, the tournament saw great performances, with West Indies lifting the title in 2004, and Australia winning it twice in 2006 and 2009. India claimed their first Champions Trophy in 2002, which was shared with Sri Lanka, while their second victory came in 2013, when they won it in England. Pakistan won the 2017 edition, defeating India in the final, marking their first-ever Champions Trophy title.
Table of Champions Trophy Winners
| Year | Winner | Host Country |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | South Africa | Bangladesh |
| 2000 | New Zealand | Kenya |
| 2002 | Shared (India & Sri Lanka) | Sri Lanka |
| 2004 | West Indies | England |
| 2006 | Australia | India |
| 2009 | Australia | South Africa |
| 2013 | India | England |
| 2017 | Pakistan | England |
ICC Champions Trophy Winners FAQs
Who won the latest edition of the ICC Champions Trophy?
Pakistan won the latest edition of the ICC Champions Trophy, defeating India by 180 runs.
Who won the first edition of the ICC Champions Trophy?
South Africa, won the first edition of the ICC Champions Trophy.
Which is the most successful team in the ICC Champions Trophy?
Australia is the most successful team with two ICC Champions Trophy titles.