Women’s T20 World Cup Champions Over the Years  

Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Winner – New Zealand

New Zealand created history by winning the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup in the UAE. Playing their third final, New Zealand beat South Africa by a comfortable margin of 32 runs. Amelia Kerr was named the Player of the Tournament for her 135 runs & 15 wickets.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2023 Winner – Australia  

Australia cemented its dominance by winning the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup in South Africa. It was their sixth Women’s T20 World Cup title and third in a row. In the final, Australia beat first-time finalist South Africa. Ashleigh Gardner was named the Player of the Tournament for her 110 runs & 10 wickets.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2020 Winner – Australia  

The 2020 edition, held in Australia, featured a high-energy final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Australia defeated India by 85 runs. Beth Mooney was the Player of the Tournament for her 259 runs.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2018 Winner – Australia  

The 2018 tournament in the West Indies saw Australia reclaim the T20 title by defeating England in the final. Alyssa Healy’s explosive batting (225 runs) earned her the Player of the Tournament award. 

Women’s T20 World Cup 2016 Winner – West Indies  

West Indies secured their first-ever Women's T20 World Cup title by beating three-time champions Australia in the 2016 final at Kolkata. Stafanie Taylor's all-round brilliance (246 runs & 8 wickets) was instrumental in West Indies becoming the third team to lift the trophy. 

Women’s T20 World Cup 2014 Winner – Australia  

Australia continued their winning streak by clinching their third consecutive title in 2014, defeating England in the final. Meg Lanning led from the front as captain and a standout performer throughout the tournament.  

Women’s T20 World Cup 2012 Winner – Australia  

In a nail-biting 2012 final at Colombo, Australia edged England by a small margin of 4 runs. Charlotte Edwards’ performance with the bat (172 runs) couldn’t save England as Australia’s disciplined bowling sealed the win. 

Women’s T20 World Cup 2010 Winner – Australia  

Australia claimed their first T20 World Cup title by defeating New Zealand in the 2010 final by just 3 runs. Nicola Browne’s all-round performance (79 runs & 9 wickets) couldn’t prevent Australia from emerging victorious. Ellyse Perry was the Player of the Final for her 3/18. 

Women’s T20 World Cup 2009 Winner – England  

The inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup was held in England, where the hosts lifted the first-ever title by defeating New Zealand in the final. Claire Taylor’s consistent performances (199 runs) made her the Player of the Tournament.  

Women’s T20 World Cup Winners Country Wise

FAQs  

How many teams have won the Women’s T20 World Cup?  

Four teams - Australia, England, West Indies and New Zealand - have won the Women’s T20 World Cup.  

Which team has won the most Women’s T20 World Cups?  

Australia holds the record for the most Women’s T20 World Cup wins, with six titles (2010, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2020, and 2023).  

Who won the first Women’s T20 World Cup?  

England won the first Women’s T20 World Cup in 2009, defeating New Zealand in the final at Lord’s by 6 wickets.  

Who won the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup?  

New Zealand won the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup by defeating South Africa in the final at Dubai by 32 runs.  

Which country has hosted the Women’s T20 World Cup the most?  

West Indies have hosted the tournament twice (2010 and 2018), with other editions being held in England, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India, Australia, South Africa and UAE.

Which country will host the next Women’s T20 World Cup?  

England will host the next Women’s T20 World Cup in 2026. It will be England’s second-time hosting of the tournament after the first edition in 2009.