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In the early days of ODI cricket, the West Indies established their supremacy by winning the first Cricket World Cup in 1975. They won a thrilling final at London's Lord's Cricket Ground against Australia, West Indies captain was Clive Lloyd. Throughout the tournament, the West Indies displayed a superb all-around performance, displaying electrifying fielding, disciplined bowling, and powerful batting. The Caribbean squad won a spectacular match and Clive Lloyd complete historic century, the first player to score a century in a World Cup final.
Between June 7 and June 21, 1975, England hosted the first Cricket World Cup. This groundbreaking competition marked the start of one of cricket's most renowned international events. Venues such as Lord's, The Oval, and Edgbaston hosted all of the games in England. In accordance with the format and fashion of the day, each match was played in 60 overs with red balls and usual white clothing. Because Prudential Assurance Company sponsored the game, it was formally known as the Prudential Cup 1975 and was organized by the International Cricket Conference (now ICC).
Eight teams participated in the first World Cup, containing two associate members and six Test-playing countries:
England
India
Australia
West Indies
Pakistan
New Zealand
Sri Lanka (then an associate member)
East Africa (a combined team from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia)
The teams were divided into two groups of four, with each team playing the others in their group once. Each group's top two went to the semi-finals.
The final of the 1975 World Cup, held on June 21 at Lord's, was packed with drama and brilliance. The West Indies batted first and scored 291/8, thanks largely to a blistering 102 off 85 balls by Clive Lloyd. The Windies gained momentum in the innings and secure 12 fours and two sixes. Australia lost at 274 all out, led by Ian Chappell leading from the front. The West Indies won thanks to Viv Richards by three outstanding run-outs. The match highlighted the importance of fielding and team coordination, two aspects the West Indies excelled in.
Here's a complete list of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup winners:
1975 – West Indies
1979 – West Indies
1983 – India
1987 – Australia
1992 – Pakistan
1996 – Sri Lanka
1999 – Australia
2003 – Australia
2007 – Australia
2011 – India
2015 – Australia
2019 – England
2023 – Australia
Who did West Indies defeat in the first World Cup final?
West Indies defeated Australia in the final of the 1975 World Cup.
How many cricket World Cups has India won?
India has won two ICC Cricket World Cups — in 1983 and 2011.
Who won the 2011 World Cup final?
India won the 2011 World Cup final, defeating Sri Lanka at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
