Since the Women’s T20 World Cup began in 2009, Australia has dominated the tournament, winning six of the eight editions held to date. England and the West Indies each have a title to their name, but Australia’s consistency and strength have left a lasting mark. Here’s a look back at the Women’s T20 World Cup winners from 2009 onward.
Women’s T20 World Cup Winners List
| Year | Host | Winner | Result | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | South Africa | Australia | won by 19 runs | South Africa |
| 2020 | Australia | Australia | won by 85 runs | India |
| 2018 | West Indies | Australia | won by 8 wickets | England |
| 2016 | India | West Indies | won by 8 wickets | Australia |
| 2014 | Bangladesh | Australia | won by 6 wickets | England |
| 2012 | Sri Lanka | Australia | won by 6 wickets | England |
| 2010 | West Indies | Australia | won by 3 runs | New Zealand |
| 2009 | England | England | won by 6 wickets | New Zealand |
England Triumphs in Inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup (2009)
England hosted the very first Women’s T20 World Cup in 2009, defeating New Zealand by six wickets at Lord’s in the final. Led by stellar performances from Claire Taylor, who was named Player of the Tournament, England emerged victorious after winning all five of their games, including a semi-final match against Australia.
Australia’s First Hat-trick of Titles: 2010, 2012 & 2014
Australia claimed their first Women’s T20 World Cup in 2010 in the Caribbean. After progressing through the group stage with wins over England, South Africa, and the West Indies, they moved on to face India in the semi-finals, securing a spot in the final. In a tense, low-scoring final, Australia’s Ellyse Perry took 3/18, helping Australia defend their score of 106/8 to beat New Zealand by three runs.
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In 2012, Australia returned to the top in Sri Lanka, winning their second consecutive title. Although they lost to England in the group stage, they rallied to defeat the West Indies in the semi-final and narrowly beat England in the final by four runs.
In 2014, Australia completed their first T20 World Cup hat-trick in Bangladesh. After a slow start with a loss to New Zealand, Australia recovered with wins over South Africa, Ireland, and Pakistan to reach the semi-finals. They defeated the West Indies in the semi-final and then overcame England in the final, chasing down the target comfortably.
West Indies’ Historic Victory in 2016
In 2016, the West Indies broke Australia’s winning streak, capturing their first Women’s T20 World Cup title in India. Facing Australia in the final, the West Indies chased down a competitive target of 148/5, with Hayley Matthews and Stafanie Taylor anchoring the chase. It was a memorable victory that ended Australia’s three-year hold on the championship.
The West Indies’ tournament run included wins over Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India in the group stage, followed by a semi-final win against New Zealand.
Australia’s Second Hat-trick of Titles
In 2018, Australia bounced back to reclaim their place as champions in the Caribbean. Led by captain Meg Lanning, Australia bowled England out for just 105 in the final and chased down the target with nearly five overs remaining. Alyssa Healy’s outstanding tournament performance earned her the Player of the Tournament award. Australia won five of their six games, with their only group-stage loss coming against India.
In 2020, Australia hosted the Women’s T20 World Cup for the first time. Despite an early loss to India, they regrouped to defeat Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and New Zealand, advancing to the semi-finals. A rain-affected victory over South Africa set up a final showdown with India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where a record crowd of over 86,000 watched Australia clinch the title with an 85-run win, the largest margin of victory in a Women’s T20 World Cup final.
Most recently, in 2023, Australia continued their winning streak in South Africa, overcoming the hosts in the final by 19 runs. Ashleigh Gardner’s exceptional all-round performance—scoring 110 runs and taking 10 wickets—earned her the Player of the Tournament award.
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