The ICC T20 World Cup has evolved into one of cricket's premier global events since its debut in 2007, captivating fans with high-octane action, dramatic finishes, and emerging stars from across the cricketing world.
Spanning nine editions through 2024, the tournament has crowned champions from varied nations, reflecting cricket's global expansion beyond traditional powerhouses. With the T20 World Cup 2026 starting in less than a week from February 7, let's have a look back at the continents that have dominated the proceedings so far.
T20 World Cup Winners by Continent
Asia holds a commanding lead with four titles, underscoring the region's depth in T20 talent and tactical innovation. Europe and the Caribbean each claim two wins, showcasing Europe's calculated aggression and the Caribbean's
flair for explosive batting. Oceania rounds out the list with one triumph, while Africa remains trophyless.
Asia (4 Titles)
India launched the T20 World Cup era by clinching the 2007 inaugural edition in South Africa, where MS Dhoni's young side chased down Pakistan in a tense final, blending composure with flair. The Men in Blue added a second star in 2024, co-hosted by the USA and West Indies, overpowering South Africa through Rohit Sharma's leadership and a balanced attack.
Pakistan's 2009 victory in England saw Younis Khan's team dismantle Sri Lanka with Shahid Afridi's all-round brilliance. Sri Lanka's sole title came in 2014 in Bangladesh, where Kumar Sangakkara's experience guided them past India in a low-scoring thriller.
Europe (2 Titles)
England's two triumphs highlight their mastery of T20's modern demands. In 2010, hosted in the West Indies, they pipped Australia in a rain-affected final, relying on Eoin Morgan's emerging core. The 2022 edition in Australia delivered another gem, as Jos Buttler's side chased Pakistan's total at the MCG in a rain-soaked encounter.
The Americas (2 Titles)
The West Indies brought unmatched charisma with two excellent wins. In 2012 at Sri Lanka, Darren Sammy's men stunned the hosts through Chris Gayle and Sunil Narine's wizardry. They won it again in 2016 on Indian pitches, edging England via Carlos Brathwaite's iconic last-over heroics in Kolkata, when he hit Ben Stokes for four consecutive sixes in the last over.
Oceania (1 Title)
Australia broke through in 2021 amid the UAE and Oman's neutral venues, thrashing New Zealand with Aaron Finch's batting depth and Adam Zampa's spin, marking their first T20 World Cup after years of near-misses.
T20 World Cup Full List of Winners List
| Year | Host | Winner | Captain | Continental Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | South Africa | India | MS Dhoni | Asia (1) |
| 2009 | England | Pakistan | Younis Khan | Asia (2) |
| 2010 | West Indies | England | Paul Collingwood/Stuart Broad | Europe (1) |
| 2012 | Sri Lanka | West Indies | Darren Sammy | Americas (1) |
| 2014 | Bangladesh | Sri Lanka | Lasith Malinga | Asia (3) |
| 2016 | India | West Indies | Darren Sammy | Americas (2) |
| 2021 | UAE/Oman | Australia | Aaron Finch | Oceania (1) |
| 2022 | Australia | England | Jos Buttler | Europe (2) |
| 2024 | USA/West Indies | India | Rohit Sharma | Asia (4) |
