Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings are the two most successful teams in the IPL, each with five championship titles. Here’s the list of IPL winners from 2008 to 2023.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most popular cricket leagues globally. Since it began in 2008, it has become a worldwide sensation, thrilling fans with exciting matches and showcasing world-class cricket talent.
What makes the IPL special is its mix of sport and entertainment. Each match brings power-hitting, clever bowling strategies, and nail-biting moments that keep fans glued to their screens. The league offers intense competition, with matches often coming down to the final ball. Additionally, the IPL is known for its huge financial rewards, offering players substantial earnings.
Currently, 10 teams compete in the league. Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings lead the pack with five titles each. Below is the list of IPL winners and captains from 2008 to 2023.
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List of IPL Champions (2008-2023)
| Year | Winner | Win Margin | Runner-Up | Venue | Captain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | 5 wickets | Gujarat Titans | Ahmedabad | MS Dhoni |
| 2022 | Gujarat Titans | 7 wickets | Rajasthan Royals | Ahmedabad | Hardik Pandya |
| 2021 | Chennai Super Kings | 27 runs | Kolkata Knight Riders | Dubai | MS Dhoni |
| 2020 | Mumbai Indians | 5 wickets | Delhi Capitals | Dubai | Rohit Sharma |
| 2019 | Mumbai Indians | 1 run | Chennai Super Kings | Hyderabad | Rohit Sharma |
| 2018 | Chennai Super Kings | 8 wickets | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Mumbai | MS Dhoni |
| 2017 | Mumbai Indians | 1 run | Rising Pune Supergiant | Hyderabad | Rohit Sharma |
| 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 8 runs | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bangalore | David Warner |
| 2015 | Mumbai Indians | 41 runs | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata | Rohit Sharma |
| 2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 3 wickets | Kings XI Punjab | Bangalore | Gautam Gambhir |
| 2013 | Mumbai Indians | 23 runs | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata | Rohit Sharma |
| 2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 5 wickets | Chennai Super Kings | Chennai | Gautam Gambhir |
| 2011 | Chennai Super Kings | 58 runs | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Chennai | MS Dhoni |
| 2010 | Chennai Super Kings | 22 runs | Mumbai Indians | Mumbai | MS Dhoni |
| 2009 | Deccan Chargers | 6 runs | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Johannesburg | Adam Gilchrist |
| 2008 | Rajasthan Royals | 3 wickets | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai | Shane Warne |
Year by Year Breakdown
2008
The Rajasthan Royals became the first IPL champions, defeating the Chennai Super Kings by three wickets. Yusuf Pathan shined with a 39-ball 56 and took 3 wickets for 22 runs, earning him the Player of the Match award. The game went down to the last ball, but Shane Warne’s team emerged victorious.
2009
In the second season, the Deccan Chargers, led by Adam Gilchrist, claimed victory by defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore by six runs. Anil Kumble from RCB was named the Player of the Match despite his team’s loss.
2010
Arch-rivals Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings faced off in the 2010 final, where Chennai won by 22 runs, marking MS Dhoni’s first IPL title.
2011
Chennai Super Kings defended their title in 2011, winning back-to-back championships by defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore by 58 runs. Murali Vijay’s 95 off 52 balls earned him the Player of the Match honor.
2012
Kolkata Knight Riders won their first title in 2012, chasing down Chennai’s 190 with two balls remaining. Manvinder Bisla’s heroic 89 earned him the Player of the Match, while Sunil Narine was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player.
2013
Mumbai Indians secured their first IPL title in 2013 under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, beating Chennai by 23 runs. Kieron Pollard’s 60 off 32 balls was instrumental in the win, earning him the Player of the Match award.
2014
Kolkata Knight Riders claimed their second title by defeating Kings XI Punjab in the final. Manish Pandey’s 94 led the team to a thrilling three-wicket win, and he was named Player of the Match.
2015
In 2015, Mumbai Indians once again triumphed over Chennai Super Kings, winning by 41 runs. This was the third time the two teams met in an IPL final, and Mumbai successfully defended their score of 202.
2016
Sunrisers Hyderabad won their first IPL title in 2016 by defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore by seven runs. Despite RCB’s strong chase, SRH held their nerve to clinch the trophy.
2017
Mumbai Indians edged out Rising Pune Supergiant by just one run in the 2017 final, claiming their third IPL title. Krunal Pandya’s 47 earned him the Player of the Match.
2018
Chennai Super Kings lifted their third IPL trophy in 2018, beating Sunrisers Hyderabad by eight wickets. Shane Watson’s unbeaten 117 was the standout performance.
2019
Mumbai Indians won a nail-biting 2019 final by just one run against Chennai Super Kings, securing their fourth title. Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling earned him the Player of the Match award.
2020
Mumbai Indians retained their title in 2020, defeating Delhi Capitals by five wickets. This marked Mumbai’s fifth IPL championship.
2021
Chennai Super Kings captured their fourth title in 2021 by beating Kolkata Knight Riders by 27 runs. It was a complete team effort that led to their victory.
2022
Debutant team Gujarat Titans, under Hardik Pandya’s leadership, won the 2022 IPL title by defeating Rajasthan Royals twice in the playoffs. Pandya was also the Player of the Match in the final.
2023
Chennai Super Kings equaled Mumbai’s record with their fifth title in 2023. Rain affected the final, and the match result was decided by the DLS method. Devon Conway’s 47 from 25 balls earned him the Player of the Match award.
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