ICC Cricket World Cup
The ICC Cricket World Cup, also known as the CWC or VISHVA CUP, is a premier international cricket tournament contested by top national teams from around the world. The ICC WC is governed by the International Cricket Council (ICC), which is responsible for organizing and overseeing the event.
History of the ICC World Cup
The first ICC ODI World Cup was held in 1975, with eight teams participating in the inaugural tournament. Since then, the event has grown in popularity and participation, with the current format featuring 12 teams competing in a round-robin group stage followed by a knockout phase.
Year |
Host Country |
Winner |
1975 |
England |
Australia |
1979 |
England |
West Indies |
1983 |
India and Pakistan |
India |
1987 |
Australia and New Zealand |
Australia |
1992 |
Australia and New Zealand |
Pakistan |
1996 |
Sri Lanka, India, and Pakistan |
Sri Lanka |
1999 |
England |
Australia |
2003 |
Zimbabwe and South Africa |
Australia |
2007 |
West Indies |
Australia |
2011 |
India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh |
India |
2015 |
New Zealand and Australia |
Australia |
2019 |
England and Wales |
England |
ICC WC Qualification Process
The qualification process for the ICC World Cup involves a series of tournaments and matches played by national teams from around the world. The top teams in each region qualify for the tournament, with the hosts automatically qualifying.
- The ICC Champions Trophy is a major tournament that serves as a qualifier for the World Cup.
- The ICC World Cup Qualifier is another tournament that provides an additional route to qualification.
- Associate members of the ICC can also qualify through regional tournaments and matches.
CWC World Cup
The CWC World Cup, or ICC Cricket World Cup Final, is the culmination of the tournament, with the top two teams competing in a thrilling showdown.
ICC Cricket World Cup Final
The ICC WC final is typically played at a neutral venue, and the team that wins the match is crowned the champion. The final has been one of the most-watched sporting events globally.
- The 2019 ICC WC final between England and New Zealand was one of the closest matches in history.
- The 2011 ICC WC final between India and Sri Lanka saw India lift the trophy after a thrilling win.
ICC ODI World Cup
The ICC ODI World Cup is a premier international cricket tournament that features top national teams from around the world. The tournament is contested by 12 teams, with the current format featuring a round-robin group stage followed by a knockout phase.
Year |
Host Country |
Total Matches Played |
2011 |
India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh |
49 |
2015 |
New Zealand and Australia |
42 |
2019 |
England and Wales |
48 |
ICC CWC Score
The ICC WC score is a crucial aspect of the tournament, with teams competing for points in each match.
ICC World Cup Final Scorecard
The ICC WC final scorecard provides detailed information about the match, including the scorecard, statistics, and key events.
- The 2019 ICC WC final between England and New Zealand saw a thrilling finish, with England winning on boundary count.
- The 2011 ICC WC final between India and Sri Lanka saw India win by six wickets.
Vishva Cup
The Vishva Cup is an informal name for the ICC Cricket World Cup.
ICC Cricket World Cup History
The ICC WC has a rich history, with the first tournament being held in 1975. The event has grown in popularity and participation over the years, with the current format featuring 12 teams competing in a round-robin group stage followed by a knockout phase.
- The ICC Champions Trophy is a major tournament that serves as a qualifier for the World Cup.
- The ICC World Cup Qualifier is another tournament that provides an additional route to qualification.
ICC Cricket World Cup Final Score
The ICC WC final score is a crucial aspect of the tournament, with teams competing for points in each match.
ICC ODI World Cup Statistics
The ICC ODI World Cup provides a wealth of statistics and information about the tournament. The statistics include team performances, player records, and match data.
- The 2019 ICC WC saw a record number of boundaries being hit in the final.
- The 2011 ICC WC saw India win by six wickets in the final.
India Cricket World Cup
India has had a remarkable run in the ICC WC, with two