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In the illustrious history of the ODI World Cup, several teams have faced their fair share of defeats. While the tournament celebrates the achievements of the world's best cricketing nations, there are a few teams that have had a tough time in their quest for glory. Among them, three teams stand out for having the most number of losses in ODI World Cup history.
These teams have been in cricket news for their failure rather than their successes in the recent past. Let's look at the three teams.
Zimbabwe – 43
Zimbabwe have struggled to make a mark in the ODI World Cup, enduring a significant number of losses throughout their campaign. With 43 losses in 57 matches, they have faced consistent challenges against stronger opponents. Despite their occasional flashes of brilliance, Zimbabwe's lack of consistency has hindered their progress in the tournament. In the recent past, the team has even struggled to get into the World Cup qualification.
Sri Lanka - 39
Sri Lanka, a team known for its fighting spirit, has also encountered its fair share of defeats in the ODI World Cup. With 39 losses in 80 matches, the island nation has had its ups and downs in the tournament. However, Sri Lanka has also displayed moments of brilliance, winning the World Cup in 1996 and reaching the finals in 2007 and 2011. Their aggressive style of play and talented cricketers have often kept the cricket news buzzing, even during their losses.
West Indies - 35
The West Indies, once the dominant force in international cricket, has experienced a decline in recent years. The team has faced 35 losses in 80 matches in the Cricket World Cup. Despite their glorious history, the West Indies have struggled to recreate their past glories in the tournament. However, their rich cricketing heritage and the presence of talented players continue to make them an intriguing team to watch during the World Cup.
New Zealand – 33
The New Zealand cricket team has been phenomenal in the last few years. They have consistently performed in multinational tournaments and have shocked fans with their determination and grit. Under the leadership of Kane Williamson, the team reached the World Cup finals in 2019 and emerged victorious in the Test Championship finals in 2021. However, in World Cup history, New Zealand has been one of those teams that have performed below par. They have lost 33 out of 89 World Cup matches and have been one of the biggest underperforming teams in World Cup history.
Pakistan – 32
The Pakistan cricket team has had a remarkable journey in World Cups. Starting as the underdog and eventually winning trophies in 1992, Pakistan has come a long way. They have troubled other teams with their raw pace and have been a force to be reckoned with. However, they have the fifth-highest number of losses in the history of this prestigious tournament. They have lost 32 out of 79 games in World Cup history. It's worth noting that England also has the same number of losses but in 83 matches.