In the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, India national cricket team defeated England national cricket team by 7 runs in the semi-final to book a spot in the final. Meanwhile, New Zealand national cricket team advanced after beating South Africa national cricket team in the first semi-final. The grand finale is scheduled for March 8th, featuring India and New Zealand. With this appearance, India now holds the record for most ICC final appearances at 15.
Here's a look at the teams with most finals in ICC events:
8. South Africa: South Africa national cricket team ranks eighth, having reached three finals, winning once and losing twice.
7. Pakistan: Pakistan national cricket team has played in six ICC finals, securing the trophy three times and finishing runner-up three times.
6. New Zealand: New Zealand national cricket team has reached eight finals, winning twice and losing six.
5. West Indies: West Indies cricket team comes fifth, having played eight finals, with five wins and three losses.
4. Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka national cricket team has also reached eight finals, winning three and losing five.
3. England: England national cricket team has appeared in nine finals, claiming the title three times and finishing runner-up six times.
2. Australia: Australia national cricket team ranks second, with 14 final appearances, winning 10 trophies and losing four.
1. India: India national cricket team leads the list with 15 final appearances, winning seven times and losing eight, surpassing Australia’s record.
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1. India - Total Finals: 15 | Won (Trophies): 7 | Runner-up: 8
2. Australia - Total Finals: 14 | Won (Trophies): 10 | Runner-up: 4
3. England - Total Finals: 9 | Won (Trophies): 3 | Runner-up: 6
4. Sri Lanka - Total Finals: 8 | Won (Trophies): 3 | Runner-up: 5
5. West Indies - Total Finals: 8 | Won (Trophies): 5 | Runner-up: 3
6. New Zealand - Total Finals: 8 | Won (Trophies): 2 | Runner-up: 6
7. Pakistan - Total Finals: 6 | Won (Trophies): 3 | Runner-up: 3
8. South Africa - Total Finals: 3 | Won (Trophies): 1 | Runner-up: 2
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