How Many Times Has India Won the T20 World Cup?

India is one of the most successful teams in the history of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Over the years, the Indian cricket team has delivered several memorable performances and lifted the prestigious trophy multiple times. As of 2026, India has won the ICC T20 World Cup three times, making it the most successful team in the tournament’s history.

India’s T20 World Cup Titles

2007 – India’s First T20 World Cup Title

India won the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in 2007 under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. The final was played against Pakistan at Johannesburg.

India won the thrilling match by 5 runs, with Joginder Sharma bowling the famous final over and Irfan Pathan named Player of the Match.

This victory marked the beginning of India’s success in the shortest format of the game.

2024 – India Wins the T20 World Cup After 17 Years

India lifted their second T20 World Cup title in 2024. Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, India defeated South Africa in the final played in Barbados.

The Indian bowlers delivered a strong performance in the final, with Jasprit Bumrah emerging as the Player of the Tournament for taking 15 wickets.

2026 – India Creates History

India created history by winning the T20 World Cup 2026, defeating New Zealand in the final at Ahmedabad.

Key highlights of the final:

• India scored 255/5, the highest total in a T20 World Cup final
• Sanju Samson scored 89 runs, the highest individual score in a final
• Jasprit Bumrah took 4/15 and won the Player of the Match award
• Sanju Samson was named Player of the Tournament with 321 runs

With this win, India achieved several historic milestones:

• First team to win three T20 World Cup titles
• First team to defend the T20 World Cup trophy
• First team to win the T20 World Cup on home soil

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