The first ICC World Cup was organised by England in 1975. Eight countries participated in this World Cup – Australia, East Africa, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, West Indies. Out of these eight countries England, Australia, New Zealand and West Indies were in the semifinals.
In the first semi-final, which was held on June 18, 1975, Australia batted second and won by 4 wickets. England batted first and were all out for 93 in just 36.2 overs. Australia made 94 and won by 4 wickets and in 28.4 overs only.
In the second semi-final at the Oval, also on June 18, 1975, West Indies beat New Zealand. New Zealand made 158 in 52.2 overs while West Indies met the target in just 40.1 overs with 5 wickets in hand.
So now the final was between Australia and West Indies at Lord's on June 21, 1975. West Indies batted first and made a huge total of 291 in 60 overs. Australia made 274 and were all out.
West Indies were the World Cup Champions in the 1975 ICC tournament.
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