The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to begin with a thrilling opening match between the United States and Canada at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas on Saturday, June 1. This year’s tournament marks the ninth edition of the Men’s T20 World Cup, featuring a total of 20 teams, including co-hosts West Indies and the USA.
These 20 teams are divided into four groups of five. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super 8 stage, which will then be split into two groups of four. Following the Super 8s, the tournament will proceed to the knockout stages, culminating in the semifinals and the final.
Most Successful Teams in Men’s T20 World Cup History
The title for the most successful team in Men’s T20 World Cup history is jointly held by the West Indies and England, with each team winning the tournament twice. The West Indies claimed their titles in 2012 and 2016, while England emerged victorious in 2010 and 2022. Currently, England are the defending champions.
West Indies’ Triumphs in the T20 World Cup
2012 Victory in Sri Lanka
- West Indies clinched their first T20 World Cup title in 2012.
- They began by stunning Australia with a 17-run (DLS method) win in Colombo.
- Key performances included Chris Gayle (54 off 33) and Marlon Samuels (50 off 32).
In the Super 8s, they secured a 15-run win over England, despite a loss to Sri Lanka. A thrilling Super Over victory against New Zealand ensured their place in the semifinals.
- In the semis, West Indies thumped Australia by 74 runs, led by Gayle’s 75* off 41 and Ravi Rampaul’s three wickets.
- The final saw them defeat Sri Lanka by 36 runs, with Samuels scoring 78 off 56 and Sunil Narine claiming 3-9.
2016 Victory in India
- West Indies dominated the 2016 T20 World Cup, losing only to Afghanistan in the group stages.
- They defeated England, Sri Lanka, and South Africa in the Super 10 round.
In the semifinals, they chased down 193 to beat India, thanks to Lendl Simmons (82* off 51), Johnson Charles (52 off 36), and Andre Russell (43* off 20).
- The final against England at Eden Gardens was unforgettable, with Samuels (85* off 66) and Carlos Brathwaite (34* off 10) sealing the win. Brathwaite famously hit four consecutive sixes off Ben Stokes to secure the title.
England’s Triumphs in the T20 World Cup
2010 Victory in the West Indies
- England began with an eight-wicket loss to the West Indies and a no result against Ireland.
- In the Super 8 stage, they defeated Pakistan, South Africa, and New Zealand.
The semifinal against Sri Lanka saw England cruise to a seven-wicket victory, chasing down 128 in just 16 overs.
- In the final against Australia, England restricted the Aussies to 147-6 and chased it down in 17 overs, led by Craig Kieswetter’s 63 off 49.
2022 Victory in Australia
- England had an up-and-down start, with a narrow win over Afghanistan and a shocking loss to Ireland.
- Victories over New Zealand and Sri Lanka secured their place in the knockouts.
In the semifinals, they demolished India by 10 wickets, with Alex Hales (86* off 47) and Jos Buttler (80* off 49) leading the chase.
- The final against Pakistan saw England restrict their opponents to 137-8, with Sam Curran starring with 3-12.
- Ben Stokes (52* off 49) guided England to victory with an over to spare.
As the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup approaches, cricket fans eagerly await to see if the West Indies or England will add another title to their name or if a new champion will emerge.
