Australia won the Women’s T20 World Cup for the 7th time (Source: AFP)
In a jam-packed Lord’s Cricket Ground, Australia women added another golden feather to their cap, winning the coveted ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. In pursuit of the historical win, Sophie Molineux and Co. ended the home side England’s perfect campaign, which had won all six of their matches leading up to the ultimate clash.
For the unversed, this is Australia’s seventh T20 World Cup crown, and a stunning 14th women’s World Cup overall. That being said, in this article, take a look at the list of T20 World Cup women from 2009 to 2026.
List: Women’s T20 World Cup Winners, Runners Up, Hosts (2009-2026)
Year
Winner
Runner-Up
Host
2009
England
New Zealand
England
2010
Australia
New Zealand
West Indies
2012
Australia
England
Sri Lanka
2014
Australia
England
Bangladesh
2016
West Indies
Australia
India
2018
Australia
England
West Indies
2020
Australia
India
Australia
2023
Australia
South Africa
South Africa
2024
New Zealand
South Africa
UAE
2026
Australia
England
England and Wales
Who has won the most women's T20 World Cup titles?
It is worth noting that England had won the inaugural World Cup title. Under the captaincy of Charlotte Edwards, they defeated New Zealand by 6 wickets in the final held at Lord's in London.
Nonetheless, over the years, Australian women have become the most decorated team in the competition.
The 2010 edition, held in the West Indies, saw the emergence of future legends like Ellyse Perry, Stafanie Taylor, and Deandra Dottin.
The same season, Australia beat New Zealand in the final to claim their first title, under the captaincy of Alex Blackwell. Meanwhile, Sara McGlashan and Diana David finished as the top performers.
Moreover, the Aussies went on to win back-to-back titles in 2012 and 2014, cementing their status as the world beaters.
In the 2012 Women’s T20 World Cup hosted by Sri Lanka, Australia defeated England in the final, as Charlotte Edwards topped the run charts while Julie Hunter was the leading wicket-taker. The following season, the Aussie contingent won another trophy, defeating England again.
India hosted one of the most memorable editions of the tournament in 2016. West Indies produced a stunning upset, beating Australia.
Notably, the teenager Hayley Matthews and captain Stafanie Taylor put on a record 120-run opening stand to chase down 148 with three balls to spare. Remarkably, on the same day, the West Indies men also won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
Australia lead with the most women's T20 World Cup titles
Moreover, in 2018, 2020, and 2023, Australia returned to winning ways and clinched the title three times in a row, before New Zealand women halted their reign in 2024.
The 9th edition, held in the UAE, witnessed the biggest shocker in its history as the BlackCaps finally broke through, defeating South Africa by 32 runs to win their maiden ICC title in 24 years and only the second since their inception.
With the win at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, Australia continues to be team with the most Women's T20 World Cup titles, claiming the championship a record seven times.
FAQs: Women’s T20 World Cup Winners List
Q.1. Who won the T20 Women's World Cup 2026 final?
Ans. Australia won the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final, defeating hosts England by seven wickets at the Lord's Cricket Ground. This victory marked Australia's record-extending seventh T20 World Cup title, capping off an undefeated run in the tournament.
Q.2. How many T20 World Cups has India won?
Ans. While the Indian women's cricket team has not won the T20 World Cup, the men's national cricket team has won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup three times (2007, 2024, and 2026).
Q.3. Has India won any women's World Cup?
Ans. Yes, India won the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup for the first time in November 2025. They defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai to claim their maiden title.
Australia won the Women’s T20 World Cup for the 7th time (Source: AFP)
