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ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Winners List (2009–2026)
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Winners List (2009–2026)
The 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup cocluded in England as Australia clinched their 7th record-breaking title. This tournament has produced some of the sport’s greatest champions. Since the inaugural edition in 2009, this tournament has witnessed the rise of the dominant teams and historic firsts in each year and some of the unforgettable finals. Here is the latest breakdown of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup winners list from 2009 to 2026, along with the captain, runners-up, and some of the key records.
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Year
|
Host Country
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Winner
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Winning Captain
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Runner-up
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Runner-up Captain
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2026
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England
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Australia
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Sophie Molineux
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England
|
Nat Sciver-Brunt
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2024
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UAE (Hosted for Bangladesh)
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New Zealand
|
Sophie Devine
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South Africa
|
Laura Wolvaardt
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2023
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South Africa
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Australia
|
Meg Lanning
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South Africa
|
Sune Luus
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2020
|
Australia
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Australia
|
Meg Lanning
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India
|
Harmanpreet Kaur
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2018
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West Indies
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Australia
|
Meg Lanning
|
England
|
Heather Knight
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2016
|
India
|
West Indies
|
Stafanie Taylor
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Australia
|
Meg Lanning
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2014
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Bangladesh
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Australia
|
Meg Lanning
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England
|
Charlotte Edwards
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2012
|
Sri Lanka
|
Australia
|
Jodie Fields
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England
|
Charlotte Edwards
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2010
|
West Indies
|
Australia
|
Alex Blackwell
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New Zealand
|
Aimee Watkins
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2009
|
England
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England
|
Charlotte Edwards
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New Zealand
|
Aimee Watkins
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2009 – England became the Inaugural Champions
The inaugural edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup was held in England and England’s captain Charlotte Edwards has guided the history.
The inaugural edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup was held in England and England’s captain Charlotte Edwards has guided the history.
England has defeated New Zealand by six wickets in the final at Lord’s, and they have become the first-ever team to win the Women’s T20 World Cup champions.
2010 – Australia’s First Title
In the 2nd edition, Australia clinched the maiden Women’s T20 World Cup trophy in the West Indies under Alex Blackwell.
In the 2nd edition, Australia clinched the maiden Women’s T20 World Cup trophy in the West Indies under Alex Blackwell.
They defeated New Zealand by three runs in a thrilling final, and it started the new era for women’s T20 cricket.
2012 – Australia Successfully Defends Its Title
Under the leadership of Jodie Fields, Australia has successfully defended its title after beating England by four runs in Sri Lanka.
Under the leadership of Jodie Fields, Australia has successfully defended its title after beating England by four runs in Sri Lanka.
With this, they became the first team to successfully defend the Women’s T20 World Cup.
2014 – Historic Hattrick by Australia
For the third consecutive time, Australia won the tournament under the new leadership of Meg Lanning.
For the third consecutive time, Australia won the tournament under the new leadership of Meg Lanning.
They have defeated the rival England by six wickets in Bangladesh to win their third consecutive championship.
2016 – West Indies Creates History
In 2016, the West Indies won their maiden Women’s T20 World Cup title in India.
In 2016, the West Indies won their maiden Women’s T20 World Cup title in India.
Under the leadership of Stefanie Taylor, the team has inspired the team, and with the contribution of Hayley Matthews, 66 runs helped West Indies lift the title against Australia.
2018 – Australia Return With Bang
In 2018, Australia, after facing a setback in 2016, won the title against arch-rivals England.
In 2018, Australia, after facing a setback in 2016, won the title against arch-rivals England.
Under the leadership of Lanning, they defeated England by eight wickets, and Alyssa Healy and Ashleigh Gardner produced a match-winning performance.
2020 – Australia Win At Home Turf
At the Melbourne Cricket Ground in front of 86,000 spectators, Australia dominated throughout the final match and produced one of the greatest performances in tournament history.
At the Melbourne Cricket Ground in front of 86,000 spectators, Australia dominated throughout the final match and produced one of the greatest performances in tournament history.
Beth Mooney and Alyssa Healy’s performance has crushed India’s hope and won their fifth title.
2023 – Sixth Title for Australia
In South Africa, Australia remained unbeaten throughout the tournament,
In South Africa, Australia remained unbeaten throughout the tournament,
Australia has defeated host nation South Africa in the final.
2024 – New Zealand Ends Its 15-Year ICC Trophy Wait
In 2024, New Zealand lifted its maiden Women’s T20 World Cup trophy.
In 2024, New Zealand lifted its maiden Women’s T20 World Cup trophy.
Under the leadership of Sophie Devine, New Zealand defeated South Africa in the final.
2026 – Australia Clinch Record Seventh Title
After missing the final in 2024, Australia bounced back in 2026 and won the trophy.
After missing the final in 2024, Australia bounced back in 2026 and won the trophy.
After defeating England, Australia won its seventh title in the tournament’s history.
Most Successful Teams in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup History
Australia: 7 times
England: 1 times
West Indies: 1 times
New Zealand: 1 times
Australia: 7 times
England: 1 times
West Indies: 1 times
New Zealand: 1 times
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