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| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Host country |  United States |
| City | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma |
| Dates | July 14 - July 18 |
| Teams | 5 (from 3 continents) |
| Final positions | |
Champions |  Japan (1st title) |
Runner-up | United States |
Third place |  Australia |
| Fourth place |  China |
2006 → | |
The first World Cup of Softball was held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma USA between July 14 and July 18, 2005. Japan won their first World Cup by defeating USA 3-1 in the Championship game.[1]
- ^ Harper, Justin (July 19, 2005). "STUNNED Japan turns tables on U.S. to capture the World Cup JAPAN 3, U.S. 1". The Oklahoman. Retrieved March 1, 2024.