1979 Cricket World Cup

The 1979 Cricket World Cup, officially known as the 1979 ICC Cricket World Cup, was the second edition of the international cricket tournament, taking place in England from June 9 to June 30. Organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC), the tournament featured eight participating nations: England, West Indies, Australia, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Canada, and East Africa, a combined team from Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Malawi. The West Indies emerged as champions, successfully defending their title from the inaugural 1975 edition, by defeating England in the final at Lord's Stadium, London, with a memorable performance. The event highlighted the growing popularity of limited-overs cricket and set the stage for future World Cups.