HISTORY OF ODI

History of One-Day International (ODI) Cricket:

One-Day International (ODI) cricket is a limited-overs format, typically lasting one day, where each team bats for a set number of overs (usually 50). It evolved as a faster-paced alternative to Test cricket and has become one of the most popular formats in the sport.

Introduction of ODI Series: ODIs gained traction during the 1970s, with the format’s shorter duration appealing to audiences and broadcasters.

First Cricket World Cup: The ICC organized the first-ever ODI World Cup in 1975 in England. It featured 60-over matches, played in traditional white kits with red balls.

• Winners: West Indies defeated Australia in the final, becoming the inaugural champions.

ODI Cricket World Cup History:

                     The ODI Cricket World Cup, organized by the ICC, is held every four years and is the pinnacle of one-day international cricket. Since its inception in 1975, it has showcased some of the most iconic moments in cricket history. Here's an overview of the winners:

Champions List (1975–2023):

1. 1975: West Indies defeated Australia by 17 runs (Host: England)
2. 1979: West Indies defeated England by 92 runs (Host: England)
3. 1983: India defeated West Indies by 43 runs (Host: England)
4. 1987: Australia defeated England by 7 runs (Hosts: India and Pakistan)
5. 1992: Pakistan defeated England by 22 runs (Hosts: Australia and New Zealand)
6. 1996: Sri Lanka defeated Australia by 7 wickets (Hosts: India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka)
7. 1999: Australia defeated Pakistan by 8 wickets (Host: England)
8. 2003: Australia defeated India by 125 runs (Host: South Africa)
9. 2007: Australia defeated Sri Lanka by 53 runs (Host: West Indies)
10. 2011: India defeated Sri Lanka by 6 wickets (Hosts: India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh)
11. 2015: Australia defeated New Zealand by 7 wickets (Hosts: Australia and New Zealand)
12. 2019: England defeated New Zealand on boundary count after a tied Super Over (Hosts: England and Wales)
13. 2023: India defeated Australia by 6 wickets (Host: India)

Australia holds the record for the most World Cup wins (5 titles), followed by India and West Indies with 2 each. The tournament continues to grow, bringing together the top cricketing nations in a celebration of the sport's global appeal.

                                                AUSTRALIA BEAT INDIA 2023:

                                        ENGLAND BEAT NEWZELAND 2019:

                                        PAKISTAN BEAT ENGLAND IN 1992.