ODI Cricket World Cup Finals History (1975–2023)

A Complete Guide to Every Final Match, Key Performances, and Winners

The ICC Men’s ODI Cricket World Cup, held every four years, is the most prestigious tournament in world cricket. Since its inception in 1975, the event has produced legendary matches, iconic performances, and unforgettable champions. Below is a year-wise breakdown of every ODI World Cup final from 1975 to 2023, including scores, match results, and the top performers.


1975 – West Indies vs Australia (Lord’s, London)

Winner: West Indies

Score:

West Indies: 291/8

Australia: 274 all out

Result: West Indies won by 17 runs

Highlights:

Clive Lloyd’s blistering century (102) led West Indies to win the first-ever World Cup title. Australia suffered five run-outs, which proved costly.


1979 – West Indies vs England (Lord’s, London)

Winner: West Indies

Score:

West Indies: 286/9 (60 overs)

England: 194 all out (51 overs)

Result: West Indies won by 92 runs

Highlights:

Viv Richards’ iconic 138* and Collis King’s explosive 86 secured their second consecutive World Cup trophy.


1983 – India vs West Indies (Lord’s, London)


Winner: India

Score:

India: 183

West Indies: 140

Result: India won by 43 runs

Highlights:

India shocked the world by defeating the mighty West Indies. Mohinder Amarnath delivered an all-round masterclass (3 wickets + crucial runs).


1987 – Australia vs England (Eden Gardens, Kolkata)


Winner: Australia

Score:

Australia: 253/5

England: 246/8

Result: Australia won by 7 runs

Highlights:

David Boon’s 75 and disciplined death bowling helped Australia lift their first World Cup title.


1992 – Pakistan vs England (MCG, Melbourne)


Winner: Pakistan

Score:

Pakistan: 249/6

England: 227

Result: Pakistan won by 22 runs

Highlights:

Wasim Akram produced one of the greatest spells in World Cup history, taking 3/49 and turning the match in Pakistan’s favour.


1996 – Sri Lanka vs Australia (Lahore, Pakistan)


Winner: Sri Lanka

Score:

Australia: 241/7

Sri Lanka: 245/3

Result: Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets

Highlights:

Aravinda de Silva delivered an extraordinary all-round performance — 107*, 3 wickets, and 2 catches. Sri Lanka revolutionized ODI cricket with their aggressive batting approach.


1999 – Australia vs Pakistan (Lord’s, London)


Winner: Australia

Score:

Pakistan: 132

Australia: 133/2

Result: Australia won by 8 wickets

Highlights:

Shane Warne demolished Pakistan with 4 wickets and was named Man of the Match.


2003 – Australia vs India (Johannesburg, South Africa)


Winner: Australia

Score:

Australia: 359/2

India: 234

Result: Australia won by 125 runs

Highlights:

Ricky Ponting’s incredible 140* powered Australia to a massive total. India struggled under scoreboard pressure.


2007 – Australia vs Sri Lanka (Bridgetown, Barbados)


Winner: Australia

Score:

Australia: 281/4 (38 overs, rain-reduced)

Sri Lanka: 215/8

Result: Australia won by 53 runs (D/L method)

Highlights:

Adam Gilchrist smashed 149 — the highest score ever in a World Cup final.


2011 – India vs Sri Lanka (Mumbai, India)


Winner: India

Score:

Sri Lanka: 274/6

India: 277/4

Result: India won by 6 wickets

Highlights:

MS Dhoni’s unbeaten 91* and his famous winning six sealed India’s second World Cup triumph.


2015 – Australia vs New Zealand (Melbourne)


Winner: Australia

Score:

New Zealand: 183

Australia: 186/3

Result: Australia won by 7 wickets

Highlights:

James Faulkner’s brilliant bowling and Australia’s dominant batting showcased complete control in the final.


2019 – England vs New Zealand (Lord’s)


Winner: England

Score: Tie (241 each), Tie in Super Over

Result: England won on boundary count

Highlights:

One of the most dramatic finals in sports history. Ben Stokes led England to a tie, and the match was decided by the boundary rule.


2023 – Australia vs India (Ahmedabad, India)


Winner: Australia

Score:

India: 240

Australia: 241/4

Result: Australia won by 6 wickets

Highlights:

Travis Head played a brilliant match-winning innings of 137, silencing the home crowd and giving Australia their sixth World Cup title.


Conclusion

Across nearly five decades, the ODI Cricket World Cup has delivered iconic moments, unforgettable innings, and legendary champions. Australia remains the most successful nation, followed by West Indies and India. Each final tells a unique story of pressure, passion, and cricketing excellence—making the World Cup a true celebration of the sport.

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