
The ICC Champions Trophy is a cricket tournament organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). It is considered one of the most prestigious tournaments in the sport, second only to the ICC Cricket World Cup. The Champions Trophy features the top cricket teams from around the world and is known for its highly competitive matches and exciting format.
Here are some key points about the Champions Trophy:
- Inception: The tournament was first held in 1998 as the ICC KnockOut tournament. It was later renamed the ICC Champions Trophy in 2002.
- Frequency: Initially, the tournament was held every two years, but its frequency has varied over time.
- Format: The Champions Trophy typically features a round-robin group stage followed by knockout rounds, including semi-finals and the final.
- Participants: The tournament usually includes the top 8 teams in the ICC ODI rankings at the time of the event.
- Objective: The primary goal is to determine the best team in One Day International (ODI) cricket through a series of high-stakes matches.
ICC Champions Trophy winners from 1998 to 2025:
Year | Winner(s) | Runner-Up | Hosted By |
1998 | South Africa | West Indies | Bangladesh |
2000 | New Zealand | India | Kenya |
2002 | India and Sri Lanka | – | Sri Lanka |
2004 | West Indies | England | England |
2006 | Australia | West Indies | India |
2009 | Australia | New Zealand | South Africa |
2013 | India | England | England and Wales |
2017 | Pakistan | India | England and Wales |
2025 | India | New Zealand | Pakistan |