History of Cricket World Cup trophies at Batery

You asked how the Cricket World Cup trophy has changed. Here is the clear story. From sponsor-branded cups in 1975 to 1996 to the permanent ICC trophy introduced in 1999, we track the design, the makers and every key handover through 2023. Australia are the current holders with a record six titles.

What counts as the “World Cup trophy”

Before 1999, each men’s World Cup had its own sponsored cup. The event name and the trophy changed with each sponsor. Since 1999, there has been one enduring ICC Cricket World Cup Trophy, used in every edition and engraved with the winners on its base. The original stays with the ICC, while the winners keep a near-identical replica.

The sponsor-era trophies, 1975 to 1996

Short overview of each tournament and its cup.

1975 and 1979 were the Prudential World Cup in England. West Indies lifted both, with Clive Lloyd and Viv Richards starring in the Lord’s finals. These events used the Prudential Cup trophy.
1983 again used the Prudential Cup. India beat West Indies at Lord’s. The trophy branding remained Prudential.
1987 moved to the subcontinent as the Reliance World Cup. Australia defeated England in Kolkata and received the Reliance Cup trophy.
1992 in Australia and New Zealand carried Benson & Hedges branding. Pakistan beat England in Melbourne and lifted the Benson & Hedges World Cup trophy.
1996 in India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka used the Wills World Cup name. Sri Lanka beat Australia in Lahore and received the Wills World Cup trophy.

These series pages and finals confirm the official event names and the trophy branding used in each edition.

The modern ICC Cricket World Cup Trophy, 1999 to present

The ICC introduced a permanent trophy in 1999. British jewellers Garrard designed it with a golden globe held by three silver columns shaped like stumps and bails. The three columns represent batting, bowling and fielding. The piece weighs about 11 kg and stands roughly 60–65 cm tall. The base carries engraved winners and continues to add new champions.

Who keeps what

The original trophy stays with the ICC. Winners get a replica that differs only in its inscriptions.

Why the change mattered

A single design gave the event a consistent identity. Fans can recognise the trophy at a glance, which helps history feel continuous from 1999 onwards.

Winners since the permanent trophy

A brief recap of key finals under the current cup.

1999 to 2015 saw Australia in the lead, including 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015.
2019 England beat New Zealand at Lord’s after a tied match and a tied Super Over. The boundary-count rule decided the title.
2023 Australia beat India at Ahmedabad by six wickets. This win made Australia six-time champions, the most in history.

Trophy facts fans often ask

Design cues

The globe resembles a cricket ball. The columns act like stumps and speak for the three skills. This symbolism is part of the brief Garrard describe.

Dimensions and build

About 11 kg, around 60–65 cm tall, crafted in silver with 18-carat gold elements. Made to be instantly recognisable from any angle.

Engraving

The base records past champions. There is room to add more winners in future cycles.

Quick timeline you can save

1975 to 1983 Prudential Cup trophies. Hosts England. Champions West Indies, West Indies, India.
1987 Reliance Cup trophy. Champions Australia.
1992 Benson & Hedges World Cup trophy. Champions Pakistan.
1996 Wills World Cup trophy. Champions Sri Lanka.
1999 onward one ICC Cricket World Cup Trophy. Champions include Australia, India, England and Australia again in 2023.

Where this history helps you

Australia national cricket team with World Cup

Form and legacy

Trophy discussions often lead to who delivers in finals. Use 2019 and 2023 as recent samples of clutch play and pressure handling.

Broadcast cues

Pre-match shows highlight the engraving ceremony and past winners. This adds context for new fans and bettors who track narratives.

World Cup trophy identity by edition

Years	Trophy name in use	Host region	Final quick note
1975	Prudential Cup	England	West Indies beat Australia at Lord’s
1979	Prudential Cup	England	West Indies beat England at Lord’s
1983	Prudential Cup	England	India beat West Indies at Lord’s
1987	Reliance Cup	India, Pakistan	Australia beat England in Kolkata
1992	Benson & Hedges World Cup	Australia, New Zealand	Pakistan beat England in Melbourne
1996	Wills World Cup	India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka	Sri Lanka beat Australia in Lahore
1999 → present	ICC Cricket World Cup Trophy	rotating	current single design, winners engraved

How to spot the real ICC World Cup trophy

Three silver columns with a golden globe on top.
Engraved base with champions. The replica a team receives only differs in inscriptions.
About 11 kg in weight and around 60–65 cm tall.

History of Cricket World Cup Trophies