India’s T20 World Cup History: How many cups have we won? Final appearances, records and more

Team India stands on the precipice of cricketing immortality as they prepare for their fourth T20 World Cup final appearance today at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Boasting a legacy that spans from the inaugural victory in South Africa to the historic undefeated campaign of 2024, the Men in Blue have established themselves as the most consistent force in the shortest format of the game. While the 2026 tournament has been defined by India’s collective clinical efficiency, it has also been a landmark event for individual records, as new milestones have emerged to challenge the historic benchmarks set by legends like Virat Kohli.

How many T20 World Cups has India won?

India has officially won the T20 World Cup twice. The first title came in 2007 during the tournament's debut edition, where MS Dhoni led a young squad to a thrilling victory over Pakistan in Johannesburg. After a 17-year wait, India secured its second title in 2024 under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy. That campaign was particularly significant as India became the first team in history to win the T20 World Cup without losing a single match throughout the tournament.

India's best performances in T20 WC

Beyond their two championships, India’s record is defined by remarkable consistency in the knockout stages. The team finished as runners-up in 2014 after losing a tight final to Sri Lanka and reached the semi-finals in both 2016 and 2022. The 2024 season remains the statistical peak for the nation, marked by Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh’s dominance with the ball, which complemented a powerhouse batting lineup to ensure a flawless run to the trophy.

India in T20 World Cup Finals

The 2026 clash against New Zealand marks India’s fourth appearance in a T20 World Cup final. Their previous final outings have seen mixed results: a victory in 2007, a defeat in 2014, and another victory in 2024. Entering the 2026 final as favorites, the team is looking to maintain their 66.6% win rate in summit clashes. This consistent ability to reach the final stages underscores India's tactical evolution from the early power-hitting days of 2007 to the balanced, data-driven approach seen in the current era.

Key Indian records in T20 WC

While Virat Kohli has long held the record for the most runs in a single T20 World Cup edition with 319 runs in 2014, the 2026 edition has seen a sensational new record. Sahibzada Farhan has shattered all previous benchmarks, amassing a staggering 383 runs in just 7 matches. In doing so, Farhan became the first player in history to score two centuries in a single T20 World Cup edition. On the bowling front, Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah continue to climb the charts as India’s leading wicket-takers in tournament history.