Indian Premier League (IPL) Winners: A Complete List

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in India, contested annually by franchise teams representing Indian cities. Since its inception in 2008, the IPL has become one of the most popular and lucrative cricket leagues in the world. Here’s a comprehensive look at the winners of each season:

IPL Winners by Year

Year	Winner	Runner-Up	Venue of Final
2008	Rajasthan Royals	Chennai Super Kings	DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai
2009	Deccan Chargers	Royal Challengers Bangalore	Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
2010	Chennai Super Kings	Mumbai Indians	DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai
2011	Chennai Super Kings	Royal Challengers Bangalore	MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
2012	Kolkata Knight Riders	Chennai Super Kings	MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
2013	Mumbai Indians	Chennai Super Kings	Eden Gardens, Kolkata
2014	Kolkata Knight Riders	Kings XI Punjab	M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore
2015	Mumbai Indians	Chennai Super Kings	Eden Gardens, Kolkata
2016	Sunrisers Hyderabad	Royal Challengers Bangalore	M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore
2017	Mumbai Indians	Rising Pune Supergiant	Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
2018	Chennai Super Kings	Sunrisers Hyderabad	Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
2019	Mumbai Indians	Chennai Super Kings	Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
2020	Mumbai Indians	Delhi Capitals	Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
2021	Chennai Super Kings	Kolkata Knight Riders	Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
2022	Gujarat Titans	Rajasthan Royals	Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
2023	Chennai Super Kings	Gujarat Titans	Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Team Performance Overview

Several teams have consistently performed well in the IPL, securing multiple titles. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) stand out as the most successful franchises, with each having won the title five times. CSK, known for their consistent performance and strategic leadership under MS Dhoni, have reached the final a record number of times. MI, backed by a strong team and astute leadership, have also dominated the league over the years.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have won the title twice, establishing themselves as a formidable force. Rajasthan Royals (RR), Deccan Chargers (DC), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), and Gujarat Titans (GT) each have one title to their name. The Deccan Chargers, now defunct, won in 2009, while the Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged victorious in 2016. The Gujarat Titans, a relatively new franchise, made an immediate impact by winning the title in their debut season in 2022, proving the dynamic nature of the league.

While Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have a massive fan base and often boast star-studded lineups, they are yet to win an IPL title, despite reaching the final on three occasions. This highlights the unpredictable nature of the tournament, where even the most talented teams can struggle to clinch the championship. Similarly, Delhi Capitals (DC) and Punjab Kings (formerly Kings XI Punjab) are yet to taste victory, having reached the final only once each.

The IPL continues to evolve, with new strategies, players, and franchises constantly changing the landscape of the tournament. The competition remains fierce, and each season brings new surprises and unforgettable moments for cricket fans around the world.