How India have fared in ICC Cricket World Cups?

As India gear up for the highly anticipated showdown against Australia in the opening match of the 2023 World Cup at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, it's only fitting that we take a look at team India's historical performance against cricketing nations on the grand stage of World Cups. Before we embark on this thrilling journey alongside the Indian squad, let's delve into the statistics that encapsulate India's track record against various countries in the prestigious World Cup tournaments.

India's record against each opponent at the ICC Cricket World Cup:

Pakistan: 7-0.
Sri Lanka: 4-4.
Australia: 4-8.
Bangladesh: 3-1.
England: 3-4.
New Zealand: 3-5.
Netherlands: 2-0.
South Africa: 2-3.
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The battles between India and Australia have been nothing short of riveting spectacles. Over the course of nine editions of this quadrennial tournament, these cricketing giants have clashed swords in 12 memorable encounters. However, the historical narrative tips in favour of the five-time world champions, Australia, who have held the upper hand with a formidable 75 per cent win record. Their tally of eight victories eclipses India's four in this storied rivalry on the World Cup stage, a statistic that underscores India's struggles against the mighty Aussies when the stakes are at their highest.

But when it comes to cricket's most captivating showdown, the clash between India and Pakistan in the ODI World Cup, the script takes a different turn. It's akin to a blockbuster movie unfolding on the cricket pitch. In this particular contest, India has emerged as the undisputed victor, boasting a flawless 100 percent win record against their arch-rivals from across the border. In all seven encounters between the Men in Blue and the Men in Green on the World Cup stage, India has emerged triumphant, firmly establishing their dominance in this fiercely contested rivalry.

Beyond these high-voltage clashes, India's ODI World Cup journey has seen them square off against a variety of opponents. When it comes to Bangladesh, India has maintained a commendable track record, leading the head-to-head with a 3-1 advantage. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, has proven to be a formidable adversary, with both teams locked in a closely contested 4-4 tie in their World Cup encounters. However, when pitted against cricketing powerhouses like South Africa, England, and New Zealand, India has faced stiffer challenges, with respective head-to-head records of 2-3, 3-4, and 3-5.