ICC Champions Trophy Winner List: The Champions Trophy was officially introduced in 1998 as the ICC Knockout Tournament. Since then, we have witnessed some great matches, records, players, moments, and deserving winners. Here, we have made a list of all the Champions Trophy winners from 1998 to 2025. We have also shared some key facts and records about this tournament. Check out this entire article to learn about this dynamic tournament.
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What is the History of the ICC Champions Trophy?
The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy formerly known as the ICC Knockout Trophy was inaugurated in 1998. It is a quadrennial cricket series which is organized by the International Cricket Council. This tournament is played in ODI format. ICC conceived the idea of this tournament to raise funds for the development of the game in non-test-playing countries.
Because of its immense success, the major nations later started hosting it. As per the source, since 2009, only the top eight ICC ODI teams competed in this tournament. However, after the edition of 2017, this tournament was discontinued to streamline ICC events. Then in 2021, the ICC officaly declared its return in 2025 – Pakistan and 2029 – India. Scroll down to know about the ICC Champions Trophy Winner list from 1998 to 2025.
Also read: Where to Watch the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 – All Broadcasting Details and More
ICC Champions Trophy Winner List (1998-2025)
This table contains the ICC Champions Trophy Winner list from 1998 to 2025:
| Year | Winner(S) | Runner-Up(S) | 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 | Wales and England |
| 2017 | Pakistan | India | Wales and England |
| 2025 | To b decided | To be decided | Pakistan |
Interesting Facts about the Champions Trophy
- Australia and India carry the record of winning the most ICC Champions Trophy in the history of this trophy, they both have won this tournament twice each.
- Ben Duckett of the England cricket team carries the record for the highest individual score, he made 165 runs against Australia in a group match in the Champions Trophy 2025.
- In 2002, India and Sri Lanka became joint winners because of rain which prevented the final from taking place.
- In 2017, the Pakistan cricket team’s 180-run win over India remains the largest victory margin in any final of the Champions Trophy.
- As per the source, it has been announced that the winner of the Champions Trophy 2025 will receive a cash prize of US$2.24 million, while the other hand, he runner-up will be awarded US$1.12 million.
FAQs:
Which team is most successful in the ICC Champions Trophy?
The Australian cricket team is the most successful in the ICC Champions Trophy.
Where can we watch the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?
All the matches of Champions Trophy 2025 will be broadcast live on the Sports18 and Star Sports channel in India and will also stream live on the Jio Hotstar application.
What is the highest score in the Champions Trophy?
The Australian cricket team holds the record for the highest successful run chase at the Champions Trophy, in the official 2025 edition they chased down the target of 352 runs, finishing with a total of 356 runs against the England cricket team.
The Champions Trophy has officaly made its return after eight years. On the other hand, the mini World Cup has again come into the spotlight when the future of ODI cricket has appeared uncertain. This time Pakistan is hosting this incredible tournament, but the matches of India’s cricket team are officaly taking place in Dubai after the former champions declined to travel across the border because of security measures. Here we have shared the entire ICC Champions Trophy winner list and some amazing records of this tournament. Hope you find it helpful, Keep following The Sports Tattoo for some more amazing information.
