The Indian Premier League (IPL) isn’t just a simple cricket match, but an expression of sportmanship as well as entertainment and a sense of passion. Since its debut back in 2008 the IPL has revolutionized the game of cricket and made T20 cricket to be the world’s most sought-after cricket format worldwide. Today, the IPL is the largest cricket league around the globe. The league has been awe-inspiring to cricket fans from all over the world with its exciting matches as well as star players and high-stakes tournaments. This article we’ll go over all the IPL players from the year 2008 until 2025. We will also provide key information about every season.
IPL Winners and Runner-Ups From Season 2008 to 2025
| Season | Winner | Runner-Up | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | Rajasthan Royals won by 3 wickets |
| 2009 | Deccan Chargers | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Deccan Chargers won by 6 runs |
| 2010 | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings won by 22 runs |
| 2011 | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore | CSK won by 58 runs |
| 2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Chennai Super Kings | KKR won by 5 wickets |
| 2013 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | MI won by 23 runs |
| 2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kings XI Punjab | KKR won by 3 wickets |
| 2015 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | MI won by 41 runs |
| 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Royal Challengers Bangalore | SRH won by 8 runs |
| 2017 | Mumbai Indians | Rising Pune Supergiant | MI won by 1 run |
| 2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | CSK won by 8 wickets |
| 2019 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | MI won by 1 run |
| 2020 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | MI won by 5 wickets |
| 2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders | CSK won by 27 runs |
| 2022 | Gujarat Titans | Rajasthan Royals | GT won by 7 wickets |
| 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Gujarat Titans | CSK won by 5 wickets |
| 2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets |
| 2025 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Punjab Kings | Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 6 runs |
Here’s the full outline of each IPL Season:
IPL Season 1 2008 Winner : The Inaugural IPL Season
The inaugural edition of the IPL was introduced in 2008 and immediately became a hit for cricket enthusiasts. Rajasthan Royals, led by Shane Warne, emerged as the champions for the first time. They took on Chennai Super Kings in the final. Chennai Super Kings, captained by MS Dhoni, in the final.
- Start Date: 18 April 2008
- End Date: 1 June 2008
- Winner: Rajasthan Royals
- Runner-Up: Chennai Super Kings
- Results: Rajasthan Royals won by 3 wickets
- Final Venue: DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
IPL Season 2 2009 Winner: The South Africa Edition
Because of the general elections that took place in India In the wake of general elections in India, the IPL was relocated into South Africa in 2009. Deccan Chargers, led by Adam Gilchrist, secured their first trophy by defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore.
- Start Date: 18 April 2009
- End Date: 24 May 2009
- Winner: Deccan Chargers
- Runner-Up: Royal Challengers Bangalore
- The Result: Deccan Chargers won by 6 runs
- Final Venue: New Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
IPL Season 3 2010 Winner: CSK Wins Their First Title
The Chennai Super Kings, under MS Dhoni’s management they were the first team to win an IPL title in the year 2010. They defeated Mumbai Indians Mumbai Indians in the final and marked the beginning of CSK’s dominance within the IPL.
- Start Date: 12 March 2010
- End Date: 25 April 2010
- Winner: Chennai Super Kings
- Runner-Up: Mumbai Indians
- Results: Chennai Super Kings defeated the Chennai Super Kings by 22 runs
- Final Venue: DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
IPL Season 4 2011 Winner: CSK Defends Their Title
Chennai Super Kings successfully defended their title in 2011 being the only team in history to take home consecutive IPL trophy. They won the final by a landslide beating Royal Challengers Bangalore by a staggering 58-run advantage.
- Start Date: 8 April 2011
- End Date: 28 May 2011
- Winner: Chennai Super Kings
- Runner-Up: Royal Challengers Bangalore
- The Result: CSK won by 58 runs
- Final Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
IPL Season 5 2012 Winner: KKR’s First IPL Win
Kolkata Knight Riders won their first IPL title in 2012 under the direction under Gautam Gambhir. They beat the formidable Chennai Super Kings in the final, after chasing away a huge target.
- Start Date: 4 April 2012
- End Date: 27 May 2012
- Winner: Kolkata Knight Riders
- Runner-Up: Chennai Super Kings
- The result: KKR won by 5 wickets
- Final Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
IPL Season 6 2013 Winner: Mumbai’s Maiden IPL Title
Mumbai Indians finally got their hands on the IPL trophy in 2013. Under the direction of Rohit Sharma, they defeated Chennai Super Kings in the final to win their first IPL victory.
- Start Date: 3 April 2013
- End Date: 26 May 2013
- Winner: Mumbai Indians
- Runner-Up: Chennai Super Kings
- Results: MI won by 23 runs
- Final Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
IPL Season 7 2014 Winner: KKR’s Second Title
Kolkata Knight Riders won their second IPL title in 2014. With impressive performances from their team members, KKR chased down a massive total of Kings XI Punjab to lift the trophy.
- Start Date: 16 April 2014
- End Date: 1 June 2014
- Winner: Kolkata Knight Riders
- Runner-Up: Kings XI Punjab
- Results: KKR won by 3 wickets
- Final Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
IPL Season 8 2015 Winner: MI’s Second IPL Win
Mumbai Indians captured their second IPL title in 2015, beating Chennai Super Kings once again. Their performance throughout the final resulted in an easy victory.
- Start Date: 8 April 2015
- End Date: 24 May 2015
- Winner: Mumbai Indians
- Runner-Up: Chennai Super Kings
- The result: MI won by 41 runs
- Final Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
IPL Season 9 2016 Winner: SRH Wins Their Maiden Title
Sunrisers Hyderabad under the leadership of David Warner, secured their first IPL title in the year 2016. They fought hard in a thrilling final to beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 8 runs.
- Start Date: 9 April 2016
- End Date: 29 May 2016
- Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Runner-Up: Royal Challengers Bangalore
- The result: SRH won by 8 runs
- Final Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
IPL Season 10 2017 Winner: MI Clinches Their Third Title
Mumbai Indians won their third IPL title in 2017 making them their most profitable IPL franchise of the year. In a thrilling final, MI beat Rising Pune Supergiant by just 1 run.
- Start Date: 5 April 2017
- End Date: 21 May 2017
- Winner: Mumbai Indians
- Runner-Up: Rising Pune Supergiant
- Result: MI won by 1 run
- Final Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
IPL Season 11 2018 Winner: CSK’s Glorious Return
After two years of suspension, Chennai Super Kings made an incredible comeback to win this year’s IPL season. They beat Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final to win the third IPL title.
- Start Date: 7 April 2018
- End Date: 27 May 2018
- Winner: Chennai Super Kings
- Runner-Up: Sunrisers Hyderabad
- The result: CSK won by 8 wickets
- Final Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
IPL Season 12 2019 Winner: MI’s Fourth Title
Mumbai Indians became the first team to take home four IPL titles after they beat Chennai Super Kings by just 1 run in an exciting final in the 2019 season.
- Start Date: 23 March 2019
- End Date: 12 May 2019
- Winner: Mumbai Indians
- Runner-Up: Chennai Super Kings
- Result: MI won by 1 run
- Final Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
IPL Season 13 2020 Winner: MI’s Fifth Title
It was the IPL 2020 season was held in the UAE because of the COVID-19 epidemic. Mumbai Indians continued their dominance by winning the fifth IPL title by defeating Delhi Capitals in the final.
- Start Date: 19 September 2020
- End Date: 10 November 2020
- Winner: Mumbai Indians
- Runner-Up: Delhi Capitals
- Results: MI won by 5 wickets
- Final Venue: Dubai International Stadium, UAE
IPL Season 14 2021 Winner: CSK’s Fourth Title
Chennai Super Kings, under the direction by MS Dhoni, claimed their fourth IPL title after beating Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2021 final.
- Start Date: 9 April 2021
- End Date: 15 October 2021
- Winner: Chennai Super Kings
- Runner-Up: Kolkata Knight Riders
- Results: CSK won by 27 runs
- Final Venue: Dubai International Stadium, UAE
IPL Season 15 2022 Winner: Gujarat Titans’ Dream Debut
in 2022 the new Gujarat Titans had a dream debut season, claiming their very first IPL championship under the direction of Hardik Pandya. They defeated Rajasthan Royals in the final.
- Start Date: 26 March 2022
- End Date: 29 May 2022
- Winner: Gujarat Titans
- Runner-Up: Rajasthan Royals
- Results: GT won by 7 wickets
- Final Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
IPL Season 16 2023 Winner: CSK’s Fifth Title
Chennai Super Kings equaled Mumbai Indians record when they won their 5th IPL trophy in 2023. They beat Gujarat Titans in the final by five wickets in the rain-stricken match.
- Start Date: 31 March 2023
- End Date: 28 May 2023
- Winner: Chennai Super Kings
- Runner-Up: Gujarat Titans
- Results: CSK won by 5 wickets
- Final Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
IPL Season 17 2024 Winner: Kolkata Knight Rider Third Title
It is the IPL 2024 season is won by KKR They beat the Sunrisers Hyderabad by 8 wickets and also won their third championship.
- Start Date: 22nd March 2024
- End Date: 26 May 2024
- Winner: Kolkata Knight Riders
- Runner-Up: Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Final Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
IPL Season 18 2025 Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) took home the IPL 2025 title, beating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 runs. They won their first IPL award under their coach Rajat Patidar.
- Start Date: 22nd March 2025
- End Date: 03 June 2025
- Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Runner-Up: Punjab Kings
- Final Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Every IPL year has added a distinct flavour to the event, by way of incredible performances, breathtaking victories and unforgettable moments. As the IPL grows it consolidates its status as the most prestigious T20 tournament, winning the hearts of millions of cricket enthusiasts around the world.
