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ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Winners List (1973–2025)

by iGK

Modified: November 6, 2025 3:37 PM

The ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Winners List (1973–2025) showcases over five decades of cricketing brilliance, from England’s historic triumph in 1973 to India’s victory as hosts in 2025. This complete guide highlights every Women’s World Cup winner, host nation, and runner-up across the tournament’s rich history. Explore how powerhouses like Australia and England have dominated the championship, while emerging teams like India and South Africa continue to shape the future of women’s ODI cricket.

Full List of ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Winners & Runners-up

Year	Winner	Host	Runners-up
2025	India	India & Sri Lanka	South Africa
2022	Australia	New Zealand	England
2017	England	England	India
2013	Australia	India	West Indies
2009	England	Australia	New Zealand
2005	Australia	South Africa	New Zealand
2000	New Zealand	New Zealand	Australia
1997	Australia	India	New Zealand
1993	England	England	New Zealand
1988	Australia	Australia	England
1982	Australia	New Zealand	England
1978	Australia	India	England
1973	England	England	Australia

FAQs

Q: Who won the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025?
India won the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, defeating South Africa in the final. The tournament was co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

Q: Which country has won the most ICC Women’s ODI World Cups?
Australia holds the record for the most ICC Women’s ODI World Cup titles, showcasing consistent dominance across decades.

Q: Who was the first winner of the Women’s Cricket World Cup?
England won the inaugural Women’s World Cup in 1973, held in England, defeating Australia in the final.

Q: How many times has England won the Women’s World Cup?
England has lifted the Women’s World Cup trophy four times — in 1973, 1993, 2009, and 2017.

Q: Which countries have hosted the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup the most?
England, Australia, and New Zealand have each hosted multiple editions of the tournament over the years.

Q: When was the ICC Women’s World Cup held in India?
India has hosted or co-hosted the tournament three times, in 1978, 1997, 2013, and most recently in 2025 alongside Sri Lanka.

Q: Who were the runners-up in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025?
South Africa finished as runners-up in the 2025 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, falling short in the final against India.

Q: How often is the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup held?
The tournament is traditionally held every four years, featuring the top women’s cricket teams from around the world.

Q: Which team won the ICC Women’s World Cup 2022?
Australia won the 2022 ICC Women’s World Cup in New Zealand, defeating England in the final.

Q: What is the complete list of ICC Women’s ODI World Cup winners from 1973 to 2025?
From England’s 1973 victory to India’s 2025 triumph, the winners include Australia, New Zealand, and England reflecting the evolution and global growth of women’s cricket.