The ICC Women’s World Cup, also known as the Women’s Cricket World Cup, is the oldest and most prestigious international women’s cricket tournament in the world. It has been held every four years since 1973, with the exception of 1978 and 1982 when it was held every two years. Over the years, the tournament has witnessed many key moments and milestones that have shaped the history of women’s cricket. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and relive some of the most significant events in the ICC Women’s World Cup.

In 1973, the first-ever Women’s World Cup was held in England and was won by the hosts. It was a three-match series between England, Australia, and New Zealand, with England coming out as the champions. This marked the beginning of a new era for women’s cricket as it gained global recognition. In 1978, the tournament became an official ICC event, and five more teams joined to compete for the title. In 1982, the current format of the tournament was introduced, with a preliminary round followed by a knockout stage. Since then, the Women’s World Cup has grown in popularity and has seen some remarkable performances by players from different nations. From memorable matches to record-breaking individual performances, the Women’s World Cup has been a platform for showcasing the talent and skill of female cricketers. The latest edition of the tournament, held in 2017 in England, saw a record-breaking total of 677 runs scored by India’s Smriti Mandhana, making her the highest run-scorer in a single edition of the Women’s World Cup. As the tournament continues to grow, we can only expect more key moments and milestones in the history of the ICC Women’s World Cup.