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Check the complete IPL winners list from 2008 to 2025, with runners-up, captains, and titles by team. See who won all 18 seasons, including RCB’s 2025 win.
IPL Winners List 2008-2025: Complete Champions of All 18 Seasons
The Indian Premier League began in 2008 with Rajasthan Royals’ surprise win and has since grown into the world’s biggest T20 league. Over 18 seasons, eight different franchises have lifted the trophy, and the list shows how quickly the balance of power can change. This guide covers every champion, runner-up, and winning captain, plus the teams with the most titles.
IPL Winners List: Season 1 to 18 (2008-2025)
| Season | Year | Winner | Runner-Up | Winning Captain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2008 | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | Shane Warne |
| 2 | 2009 | Deccan Chargers | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Adam Gilchrist |
| 3 | 2010 | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai Indians | MS Dhoni |
| 4 | 2011 | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore | MS Dhoni |
| 5 | 2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Chennai Super Kings | Gautam Gambhir |
| 6 | 2013 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Rohit Sharma |
| 7 | 2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Punjab Kings | Gautam Gambhir |
| 8 | 2015 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Rohit Sharma |
| 9 | 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Royal Challengers Bangalore | David Warner |
| 10 | 2017 | Mumbai Indians | Rising Pune Supergiant | Rohit Sharma |
| 11 | 2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | MS Dhoni |
| 12 | 2019 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Rohit Sharma |
| 13 | 2020 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | Rohit Sharma |
| 14 | 2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders | MS Dhoni |
| 15 | 2022 | Gujarat Titans | Rajasthan Royals | Hardik Pandya |
| 16 | 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Gujarat Titans | MS Dhoni |
| 17 | 2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Shreyas Iyer |
| 18 | 2025 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Punjab Kings | Rajat Patidar |
IPL 2025 Winner: RCB’s Historic Title
The latest season on this list ended in a first for one of the league’s most popular teams. RCB won their first IPL championship by beating Punjab Kings by six runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. RCB posted 190/9 and held Punjab to 184, with Krunal Pandya named Player of the Match. The win ended an 18-year wait for the franchise and for Virat Kohli.
Which Team Has Won the Most IPL Titles?
| Team | Titles | Winning Years |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 5 | 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 5 | 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 3 | 2012, 2014, 2024 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 2008 |
| Deccan Chargers | 1 | 2009 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1 | 2016 |
| Gujarat Titans | 1 | 2022 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 1 | 2025 |
Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings share the top spot with five titles each. KKR follow with three, and the other five champions have one each.
Most IPL Final Appearances: The Near-Misses
Reaching the final is an achievement in itself. Counting runner-up finishes through 2025:
- Chennai Super Kings: Runners-up five times (2008, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2019), on top of their five titles.
- Royal Challengers Bangalore: Lost three finals (2009, 2011, 2016) before finally winning in 2025.
- Punjab Kings: Runners-up in 2014 and 2025.
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: Runners-up in 2018 and 2024.
- One-time finalists: Mumbai Indians (2010), Rising Pune Supergiant (2017), Delhi Capitals (2020), Kolkata Knight Riders (2021), Rajasthan Royals (2022), and Gujarat Titans (2023).
Most Successful Captains in IPL History
Captaincy has shaped the list more than almost any other factor:
- Rohit Sharma: Five titles with Mumbai Indians (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020).
- MS Dhoni: Five titles with Chennai Super Kings (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023).
- Gautam Gambhir: Two titles with Kolkata Knight Riders (2012, 2014).
- Other title-winning captains: Shane Warne, Adam Gilchrist, David Warner, Hardik Pandya, Shreyas Iyer, and Rajat Patidar, one each.
Rohit and Dhoni built their records on stable squads and composed decisions in knockout games.
How IPL Prize Money Has Grown
The reward for winning has increased sharply over the years. The 2008 champions received ₹4.8 crore, while RCB took home ₹20 crore in 2025. The runner-up prize rose from ₹2.4 crore to ₹12.5 crore over the same period.
What the Winners List Teaches Us
The list shows a few clear patterns:
- Long-term cores win titles. Mumbai and Chennai kept leaders and key players for years.
- New teams can win quickly. Gujarat Titans won in their debut season in 2022.
- Patience can pay off. RCB waited 18 seasons, but finally won in 2025.
- Every title needs balance. Winning sides combine reliable openers, finishers, death bowlers, and all-rounders.
FAQs
Who won the first IPL in 2008?
Rajasthan Royals, under Shane Warne, beat Chennai Super Kings in the final.
Which team has won the most IPL titles?
Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, with five each.
Who won IPL 2025?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by 6 runs.
How many different teams have won the IPL?
Eight teams across the 18 seasons from 2008 to 2025.
Which team has lost the most IPL finals?
Chennai Super Kings, with five runner-up finishes.
Which captain has won the most IPL titles?
Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, with five each.