You don’t need fluff. You don’t need filler. You just want to know: who won the T20 Blast, when, and how?
That’s exactly what this T20 Blast Champions List (2003–2025) delivers — clean, clear, and packed with the kind of detail that actually matters to cricket fans like you.
Whether you’re settling a pub debate, prepping for trivia night, or just reliving the glory (or heartbreak) of your county’s final, we’ve got every season covered — right down to the Player of the Match and the exact margin of victory.
T20 Blast Champions List
No vague summaries. No recycled stats. Just straight facts, sharp storytelling, and zero wasted words.
Let’s get into it.
T20 Blast Champions List: Full Season-by-Season Breakdown (2003–2025)
Below is every champion, runner-up, venue, and result — plus the name of the player who stole the show.
2025: Somerset Win Their Third Title
Winner: Somerset
Runner-up: Hampshire
Margin: Won by 6 wickets
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Will Smeed (78*)
Why It Stands Out: Chasing 195, Smeed smashed the fastest half-century of the tournament to seal Somerset’s third crown. Hampshire’s Toby Albert (85) and James Vince (52) set a big total — but it wasn’t enough.
2024: Gloucestershire’s First-Ever Triumph
Winner: Gloucestershire
Runner-up: Somerset
Margin: Won by 8 wickets
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Matt Taylor (3/15)
Why It Stands Out: A masterclass in powerplay bowling. Taylor ripped through Somerset early, restricting them to 124. Openers Hammond (58*) and Bancroft (53) made light work of the chase.
2023: Somerset Back on Top
Winner: Somerset
Runner-up: Essex
Margin: Won by 14 runs
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Matt Henry (4/24)
Why It Stands Out: Henry dismantled Essex’s top order on a tricky pitch. Tom Abell’s calm 42* ensured Somerset posted a defendable 145. Dan Lawrence’s 51 gave Essex hope — but not enough.
2022: Hampshire Edge Lancashire in a 1-Run Thriller
Winner: Hampshire Hawks
Runner-up: Lancashire Lightning
Margin: Won by 1 run
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Ben McDermott (62)
Why It Stands Out: One of the most dramatic finals ever. With 1 needed off the last ball, Nathan Ellis bowled a perfect yorker. Pandemonium in Birmingham.
2021: Kent Spitfires Dominate Somerset
Winner: Kent Spitfires
Runner-up: Somerset
Margin: Won by 25 runs
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Jordan Cox (58*, 1 catch)
Why It Stands Out: Cox batted beautifully and took a stunning boundary-saving catch. Somerset never recovered after collapsing to 142 chasing 168.
2020: Notts Outlaws Win in Empty Stadiums
Winner: Notts Outlaws
Runner-up: Surrey
Margin: Won by 6 wickets
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Dan Christian (40*, 2/25)
Why It Stands Out: Played without crowds due to COVID. Christian led from the front with bat and ball as Notts chased 128 with ease.
2019: Essex Eagles’ First Title — Last-Ball Drama
Winner: Essex Eagles
Runner-up: Worcestershire Rapids
Margin: Won by 4 wickets
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Simon Harmer (3/16)
Why It Stands Out: Ravi Bopara hit the winning runs off the final ball. Harmer’s spell strangled Worcestershire’s innings.
2018: Worcestershire’s Maiden Glory
Winner: Worcestershire Rapids
Runner-up: Sussex Sharks
Margin: Won by 5 wickets
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Ben Cox (46*)
Why It Stands Out: Moeen Ali (41) set the platform. Cox finished it coolly under pressure, hitting the winning boundary in the last over.
2017: Notts Outlaws’ First Crown
Winner: Notts Outlaws
Runner-up: Birmingham Bears
Margin: Won by 22 runs
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Samit Patel (35 & 2/25)
Why It Stands Out: Brendan Taylor’s 65 and Harry Gurney’s 4/17 blew away Birmingham. A statement win for Notts.
2016: Northants Steelbacks Strike Again
Winner: Northants Steelbacks
Runner-up: Durham Jets
Margin: Won by 4 wickets
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Josh Cobb (80)
Why It Stands Out: Cobb’s blistering knock chased down 154 with room to spare. Ben Sanderson’s 3/22 had earlier restricted Durham.
2015: Lancashire Finally Lift the Trophy
Winner: Lancashire Lightning
Runner-up: Northants Steelbacks
Margin: Won by 13 runs
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Alex Davies (41*)
Why It Stands Out: Ended a five-year wait. Davies anchored the innings, and Faulkner (2/25) shut down Northants’ chase.
2014: Birmingham Bears Win at Home
Winner: Birmingham Bears (Warwickshire)
Runner-up: Lancashire Lightning
Margin: Won by 4 runs
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Laurie Evans (53*)
Why It Stands Out: Evans’ late blitz pushed Birmingham to 181. Boyd Rankin’s death bowling sealed it in front of their home crowd.
2013: Northants Smash Records
Winner: Northants Steelbacks
Runner-up: Surrey
Margin: Won by 102 runs (D/L method)
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: David Willey (60 & 4/9)
Why It Stands Out: Still the biggest margin in T20 Blast history. Willey destroyed Surrey with bat and ball in a rain-shortened thriller.
2012: Hampshire Royals Clinch Second Title
Winner: Hampshire Royals
Runner-up: Yorkshire Carnegie
Margin: Won by 10 runs
Venue: Sophia Gardens
Player of the Match: David Miller (72)
Why It Stands Out: Miller almost single-handedly dragged Yorkshire close — but Chris Wood’s 3/26 sealed it for Hampshire.
2011: Leicestershire Foxes Rule Again
Winner: Leicestershire Foxes
Runner-up: Somerset
Margin: Won by 18 runs
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Josh Cobb (4/22)
Why It Stands Out: Cobb’s spell crushed Somerset’s chase. Leicestershire became the first team to win three titles.
2010: Hampshire Win on Tiebreaker
Winner: Hampshire Royals
Runner-up: Somerset
Margin: Scores tied — won by losing fewer wickets
Venue: Rose Bowl
Player of the Match: Neil McKenzie (52*)
Why It Stands Out: The only final decided by wickets lost. A tense, tactical battle that ended in Hampshire’s favor.
2009: Sussex Sharks Crush Somerset
Winner: Sussex Sharks
Runner-up: Somerset Sabres
Margin: Won by 63 runs
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Dwayne Smith (59 off 26)
Why It Stands Out: Smith’s fireworks set up a massive total. James Kirtley then skittled Somerset for 109.
2008: Middlesex Win by a Whisker
Winner: Middlesex Crusaders
Runner-up: Kent Spitfires
Margin: Won by 3 runs
Venue: Rose Bowl
Player of the Match: Owais Shah (75)
Why It Stands Out: Shah’s classy knock and Shaun Udal’s tight bowling edged out Kent in a nail-biter.
2007: Kent Spitfires’ First Title
Winner: Kent Spitfires
Runner-up: Gloucestershire Gladiators
Margin: Won by 4 wickets
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Ryan McLaren (2/18 & 25)
Why It Stands Out: Darren Stevens’ unbeaten 30* saw Kent home with two balls left. McLaren’s all-round effort was crucial.
2006: Leicestershire Foxes Strike Twice
Winner: Leicestershire Foxes
Runner-up: Notts Outlaws
Margin: Won by 4 runs
Venue: Trent Bridge
Player of the Match: Darren Maddy (86*)
Why It Stands Out: Maddy’s majestic knock powered Leicestershire to 177. Jeremy Snape’s economy (1/20) sealed the defense.
2005: Somerset Sabres Claim First Crown
Winner: Somerset Sabres
Runner-up: Lancashire Lightning
Margin: Won by 7 wickets
Venue: The Oval
Player of the Match: Graeme Smith (64*)
Why It Stands Out: Smith’s dominant knock guided Somerset to an easy chase. Andrew Caddick’s 3/22 had earlier restricted Lancashire.
2004: Leicestershire’s First Title
Winner: Leicestershire Foxes
Runner-up: Surrey Lions
Margin: Won by 7 wickets
Venue: Edgbaston
Player of the Match: Brad Hodge (48*)
Why It Stands Out: A controlled chase after bowling Surrey out cheaply. Hodge’s calm finish confirmed Leicestershire’s arrival.
2003: Surrey Lions Make History
Winner: Surrey Lions
Runner-up: Warwickshire Bears
Margin: Won by 9 wickets
Venue: Trent Bridge
Player of the Match: Jimmy Ormond (3/18)
Why It Stands Out: The very first T20 Blast final. Ali Brown’s 55* and Ormond’s bowling made it a one-sided affair.
Quick Stats & Trends You Should Know
✅ Most Titles:
Leicestershire Foxes (2004, 2006, 2011)
Hampshire (2010, 2012, 2022)
Somerset (2005, 2023, 2025)
— All with 3 titles each.
✅ Biggest Win: Northants Steelbacks by 102 runs (D/L) vs Surrey (2013)
✅ Closest Final: Hampshire vs Lancashire (2022) — won by 1 run
✅ Only Tied Final: Hampshire vs Somerset (2010) — Hampshire won on wickets lost
✅ Most Finals Hosted: Edgbaston — 18 out of 23 finals
✅ Teams with Multiple Titles: Leicestershire, Hampshire, Somerset, Northants, Kent, Notts
✅ Back-to-Back Winners? None. Every champion has been different — proving how unpredictable this tournament really is.
Why This List Matters — And What Comes Next
Cricket fans don’t need fluff. They need facts. Context. Moments that mattered.
This T20 Blast Champions List (2003–2025) gives you exactly that — no filler, no vague summaries, just the real story behind every trophy.
As we head into 2026, the question isn’t who will win? — It’s who can repeat?
With no team managing back-to-back titles in 23 seasons, the Blast remains the most open, exciting, and unpredictable domestic T20 tournament in the world.
Bookmark this. Share it. Come back when the next final rolls around.
Whether your county’s lifting the trophy or falling short, you’ll want to know where they stand in history.
FAQs: Quick Answers to Common Questions
- Q: Who has won the most T20 Blast titles?
A: Three teams are tied with 3 titles: Leicestershire Foxes, Hampshire, and Somerset.
- Q: What’s the biggest win in T20 Blast final history?
A: Northants beat Surrey by 102 runs (D/L method) in 2013 — still unmatched.
- Q: Has any team won the title two years in a row?
A: No. Every season has had a different winner, making it the most unpredictable T20 league globally.
- Q: Where are most T20 Blast finals held?
A: Edgbaston — it’s hosted 18 out of 23 finals. The spiritual home of the Blast.
- Q: Who holds the record for most runs in T20 Blast history?
A: James Vince (Hampshire) — over 6,000 runs and counting.
- Q: Which final went down to the last ball?
A: 2022 (Hampshire vs Lancashire) — Hampshire won by 1 run with a yorker on the final delivery.
What’s Next?
The 2026 season kicks off soon.
Will Somerset go back-to-back? Can Gloucestershire build on their breakthrough? Or will a surprise package rise?
One thing’s certain — the drama never stops.
Keep this page handy. You’ll be back.
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