The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been cricket's premier Twenty20 tournament since its inception in 2008, revolutionizing the sport with its unique blend of international talent, franchise-based competition, and entertainment. 

Complete IPL Winners List (2008-2025)

All IPL Champions from 2008 to 2025
Year Winner Result Runner-up
2025 Royal Challengers Bengaluru Won by 6 runs Punjab Kings
2024 Kolkata Knight Riders Won by 8 wickets Sunrisers Hyderabad
2023 Chennai Super Kings Won by 5 wickets Gujarat Titans
2022 Gujarat Titans Won by 7 wickets Rajasthan Royals
2021 Chennai Super Kings Won by 27 runs Kolkata Knight Riders
2020 Mumbai Indians Won by 5 wickets Delhi Capitals
2019 Mumbai Indians Won by 1 run Chennai Super Kings
2018 Chennai Super Kings Won by 8 wickets Sunrisers Hyderabad
2017 Mumbai Indians Won by 1 run Rising Pune Supergiant
2016 Sunrisers Hyderabad Won by 8 runs Royal Challengers Bangalore
2015 Mumbai Indians Won by 41 runs Chennai Super Kings
2014 Kolkata Knight Riders Won by 3 wickets Kings XI Punjab
2013 Mumbai Indians Won by 23 runs Chennai Super Kings
2012 Kolkata Knight Riders Won by 5 wickets Chennai Super Kings
2011 Chennai Super Kings Won by 58 runs Royal Challengers Bangalore
2010 Chennai Super Kings Won by 22 runs Mumbai Indians
2009 Deccan Chargers Won by 6 runs Royal Challengers Bangalore
2008 Rajasthan Royals Won by 3 wickets Chennai Super Kings

Key Finding: Chennai Super Kings have played in a record 10 IPL championship finals, the most by any team

IPL Championship Statistics by Team

Championship Count by Team

Team Titles Won 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
Royal Challengers Bengaluru 1 2025
Gujarat Titans 1 2022
Rajasthan Royals 1 2008
Sunrisers Hyderabad 1 2016
Deccan Chargers 1 2009

Recent IPL Finals Analysis

🥇 2025 CHAMPIONS

Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Captain: Rajat Patidar
Defeated: Punjab Kings
Margin: 6 runs
Record 1st IPL title since 18 years

🥈 2024 CHAMPIONS

Kolkata Knight Riders
Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Defeated: Sunrisers Hyderabad
Margin: 8 wickets
Third IPL title

🥉 2023 CHAMPIONS

Chennai Super Kings
Captain: MS Dhoni
Defeated: Gujarat Titans
Margin: 5 wickets
Sixth IPL title

“The IPL has grown to be the world’s best sports league and has a valuation second to none, and one has to say the BCCI has done a fantastic job with it.”
— Lalit Modi, former IPL Commissioner, speaking on Backstage with Boria, March 25, 2024.

Notable IPL Championship Records

Most Consecutive Titles

Mumbai Indians (2019-2020) and Chennai Super Kings (2010-2011) are the only teams to win back-to-back IPL titles.

Closest Final

The 2017 and 2019 finals both ended with 1-run victories for Mumbai Indians, showcasing the finest margins in T20 cricket.

Biggest Final Victory

Chennai Super Kings' 58-run victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2011 remains the largest margin of victory in an IPL final.

Era of Dominance: IPL Dynasty Teams

The IPL has witnessed distinct periods of dominance by different franchises. Three teams have particularly stood out with their sustained success:

Mumbai Indians Dynasty (2013-2020)

Titles: 5 championships in 13 years | Success Rate: 83.3% | Key Players: Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya

Dynasty Hallmark: Consistent team building and exceptional performance in high-pressure situations | Impact: Set the gold standard for IPL franchises

Chennai Super Kings Consistency (2010-2023)

Titles: 5 championships | Finals: 10 appearances | Key Figure: MS Dhoni's captaincy

Dynasty Hallmark: Remarkable consistency in reaching playoffs | Impact: Demonstrated the value of experienced leadership

Pro Tip: Teams that have won multiple IPL titles typically have strong core groups of 4-5 players who have been with the franchise for multiple seasons, highlighting the importance of team chemistry in T20 success.

The Evolution of IPL Champions

Early Years (2008-2011): The Foundation

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Mumbai Indians Era (2013-2020): Building a Dynasty

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New Champions (2021-2025): Expanding the Winners Circle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which team has won the most IPL titles?

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have won the most IPL titles with 5 championships each.

Who won the first IPL tournament in 2008?

Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural IPL tournament in 2008, defeating Chennai Super Kings by 3 wickets in the final.

Which teams have never won an IPL title?

Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants are the original franchises that have never won an IPL title despite multiple seasons. RCB has reached the finals three times but lost on each occasion.

What was the closest IPL final ever played?

The 2019 IPL final between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings was one of the closest, with Mumbai winning by just 1 run. The 2017 final also saw Mumbai beat Rising Pune Supergiant by 1 run, making these the narrowest margins in IPL final history.

Which captain has won the most IPL titles?

Rohit Sharma has won the most IPL titles as captain with 5 championships for Mumbai Indians (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020). MS Dhoni ties in with 5 titles for Chennai Super Kings.

Has any team won the IPL in their debut season?

Yes, two teams have won the IPL in their debut season. Rajasthan Royals won in the inaugural 2008 season, and Gujarat Titans won on their debut in 2022, becoming only the second team to achieve this remarkable feat.

Which teams have won consecutive IPL titles?

Only two teams have won back-to-back IPL titles. Chennai Super Kings won consecutive championships in 2010 and 2011, while Mumbai Indians achieved the feat in 2019 and 2020, demonstrating exceptional consistency.