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In which year did India host the Cricket World Cup entirely on its own for the first time?

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1987

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Explanation & Context

While India co-hosted previous World Cups, the 2023 edition marked the first time India solely hosted the entire Cricket World Cup.

Authoritative Sources & Citations
International Cricket Council (ICC) ↗Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) ↗

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