The ICC Cricket World Cup is the premier international championship of One Day International (ODI) cricket, organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Played every four years, it brings together the world’s top national teams to compete in 50-over matches for the sport’s most prestigious trophy.
The tournament was first held in 1975 in England, with the West Indies emerging as the inaugural champions.
Australia has been the most successful team, winning six titles, including the most recent in 2023 after defeating India in the final in Ahmedabad. Teams qualify through a combination of automatic entry for top-ranked nations and a global qualification tournament.
The World Cup is celebrated not only for its high level of competition but also for uniting cricket fans worldwide in one of the sport’s biggest and most-watched events.
The 2023 World Cup, held in India from October 5 to November 19, generated immense anticipation as cricketing powerhouses prepared for one of the sport’s most prestigious tournaments.
Australia claimed their sixth ODI World Cup title in 2023, defeating India by six wickets in a thrilling final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.
Travis Head starred with a match-winning 137 runs, earning Player of the Match, while India’s Virat Kohli was named Player of the Tournament for his 765 runs across 11 matches. The tournament featured intense battles, standout individual performances, and nail-biting finishes, showcasing the evolving strategies and excitement of modern ODI cricket on a global stage.
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