The year 2015 witnessed several major international sporting competitions that captured global attention. The 2015 Cricket World Cup was held in Australia and New Zealand from February to March, with Australia emerging as champions after defeating New Zealand in the final. This tournament featured 14 teams competing in 49 matches.
Another significant event was the 2015 FIFA Women\“s World Cup hosted by Canada, where the United States won their third title by defeating Japan in the final. The tournament set new records for attendance and television viewership for women\“s sports.
In rugby, the 2015 Rugby World Cup took place in England from September to October, with New Zealand\“s All Blacks claiming the championship. This was particularly notable as New Zealand became the first nation to win consecutive Rugby World Cups.
The 2015 IAAF World Championships in Athletics were held in Beijing, China, featuring top track and field athletes from around the world. Usain Bolt of Jamaica won three gold medals in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay events.
Tennis saw Novak Djokovic dominate the season, winning three of the four Grand Slam tournaments - the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. |