IPL Winners List from 2008 to 2024
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a cricketing spectacle since its start in 2008. Known for its thrilling matches, star-studded lineups, and electrifying atmosphere, the IPL has become the most celebrated T20 league globally. Here, we explore the journey of all IPL winners, season by season, to appreciate their triumphs and the moments that defined them.
2008: Rajasthan Royals
The inaugural IPL season saw Shane Warne’s Rajasthan Royals lift the trophy. The underdogs outperformed expectations, with Yusuf Pathan’s all-round heroics and Sohail Tanvir’s brilliant bowling playing pivotal roles. They defeated Chennai Super Kings in a nail-biting final by three wickets.
2009: Deccan Chargers
In a tournament moved to South Africa due to elections in India, Adam Gilchrist’s Deccan Chargers emerged victorious. Coming off a disappointing 2008 season, the team showed immense grit, defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore by six runs in the final.
2010: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Led by MS Dhoni, Chennai Super Kings clinched their maiden title in 2010. Suresh Raina’s consistent performances and Doug Bollinger’s crucial spells helped CSK beat Mumbai Indians by 22 runs in the final.
2011: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK became the first team to win back-to-back titles, thanks to stellar contributions from Michael Hussey and Raina. They defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore comfortably by 58 runs in the final, held at their home ground in Chennai.
2012: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Gautam Gambhir’s Kolkata Knight Riders won their maiden IPL title in 2012. Manvinder Bisla’s match-winning knock in the final against CSK was the highlight as KKR chased down a challenging target to win by five wickets.
2013: Mumbai Indians (MI)
Mumbai Indians entered the IPL champions’ circle in 2013. Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, MI’s bowling attack, led by Lasith Malinga and Mitchell Johnson, played a crucial role. They defeated CSK by 23 runs in the final.
2014: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
KKR won their second title in 2014, driven by Robin Uthappa’s exceptional batting performances throughout the season. Sunil Narine’s mystery spin was another key factor as they chased down Kings XI Punjab’s target in the final to win by three wickets.
2015: Mumbai Indians (MI)
Rohit Sharma’s leadership shone again as MI claimed their second title in 2015. Lendl Simmons and Kieron Pollard were instrumental in the batting department, while Mitchell McClenaghan delivered with the ball. MI outclassed CSK by 41 runs in the final.
2016: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
David Warner’s Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged as champions in 2016, defeating RCB in a high-scoring final by eight runs. Warner’s aggressive batting and Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s death-over mastery were crucial in their campaign.
2017: Mumbai Indians (MI)
MI made history by becoming the first team to win three IPL titles. In a dramatic final, they edged out Rising Pune Supergiant by just one run. Jasprit Bumrah’s death bowling and Krunal Pandya’s all-round performance stood out.
2018: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Returning after a two-year suspension, CSK reclaimed their dominance under Dhoni’s leadership. Shane Watson’s unbeaten century in the final against SRH powered them to an eight-wicket victory.
2019: Mumbai Indians (MI)
MI claimed their fourth title in 2019, winning another thriller against CSK by one run. Malinga’s last-over brilliance sealed the victory, showcasing why MI is one of the most successful franchises.
2020: Mumbai Indians (MI)
Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, MI continued their dominance in the UAE-hosted tournament. Rohit Sharma’s team defeated Delhi Capitals by five wickets to secure their fifth title.
2021: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
MS Dhoni’s CSK made a remarkable comeback after a disappointing 2020 season. Ruturaj Gaikwad’s consistency and Faf du Plessis’ brilliance in the final helped CSK defeat KKR by 27 runs.
2022: Gujarat Titans (GT)
Debutants Gujarat Titans, under Hardik Pandya’s captaincy, stunned everyone by winning the title in their maiden season. Shubman Gill’s batting and Rashid Khan’s bowling were instrumental as they beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets in the final.
2023: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK added another feather to their cap, claiming their fifth IPL title in 2023. Dhoni’s tactical acumen and Ravindra Jadeja’s all-round performance were critical as they edged past Gujarat Titans in a rain-affected final.
2024: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Kolkata Knight Riders claimed their third IPL title in 2024 under the astute leadership of Shreyas Iyer. The team’s balanced performance throughout the season, with Andre Russell and Varun Chakravarthy delivering in the crucial moments, culminated in a memorable final. KKR defeated Sun Risers Hyderabad by 8 wickets in a comfortable chase.
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