IPL Winners List From 2008 to 2025: Champions, Runners-Up, Unforgettable Finals
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is becoming one of the most exciting and unpredictable tournaments in the world of cricket. Since its inception in 2008, the league has seen many great performances that have captivated millions. This year (2025) RCB finally won their first IPL trophy after a wait of 18 years. Their victory over PBKS in the grand finale at Ahmedabad marked the end of one of the longest title droughts in IPL history. The beginning of a new chapter for the franchise and its passionate fans.
Let’s take a closer look at the complete list of IPL winners from 2008 to 2025 and other memorable seasons that shaped the legacy of IPL.
List of IPL Winners (2008-2025)
Here is the complete list of IPL champions, runners-up and final venues over the years:
| Year | Winner | Runner-Up | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai |
| 2009 | Deccan Chargers | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Johannesburg |
| 2010 | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai Indians | Mumbai |
| 2011 | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Chennai |
| 2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Chennai Super Kings | Chennai |
| 2013 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata |
| 2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kings XI Punjab | Bangalore |
| 2015 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata |
| 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bangalore |
| 2017 | Mumbai Indians | Rising Pune Supergiant | Hyderabad |
| 2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Mumbai |
| 2019 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Hyderabad |
| 2020 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | Dubai |
| 2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders | Dubai |
| 2022 | Gujarat Titans | Rajasthan Royals | Ahmedabad |
| 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Gujarat Titans | Ahmedabad |
| 2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Chennai |
| 2025 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Punjab Kings | Ahmedabad |
IPL 2025 Final: RCB’s Historic Victory
The TATA IPL 2025 Final was held on June 3, 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, as it is the largest cricket stadium in the world. It was the perfect venue for the historic moment when Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) to win their first IPL title. After years of heartbreak and near misses, the dream of RCB fans finally came true.
Match Summary:
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Result: RCB beat Punjab Kings to win IPL 2025
- Player of the Match: Krunal Pandya (2/17 in 4 overs and 12 dot balls)
- Key players of RCB: Faf du Plessis (captain), Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Mohammed Siraj, Krunal Pandya
RCB had defeated PBKS in Qualifier 1, and they repeated their dominance in the final. A disciplined bowling attack was led by Krunal Pandya and Mohammed Siraj. And then, the momentum came from behind through the batting of Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis. Thus, RCB’s success in the IPL trophy was finally assured.
The celebrations that followed were emotional but not just for the team! It was also for millions of RCB fans around the world who had waited almost two decades for their team to become IPL champions.
IPL 2025 Awards and Honours
| Award Category | Prize Money (INR) | Winner (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| IPL 2025 Winner | ₹20 Crore | Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) |
| IPL 2025 Runners-up | ₹13 Crore | Punjab Kings (PBKS) |
| Orange Cap (Most Runs) | ₹10 Lakh | Sai Sudharsan (GT) – 759 runs in 15 matches |
| Purple Cap (Most Wickets) | ₹10 Lakh | Prasidh Krishna (25 wickets in 15 matches) |
| Emerging Player | ₹20 Lakh | Sai Sudharsan (GT) |
| Most Valuable Player (MVP) | ₹10 Lakh | Suryakumar Yadav (MI) – 320.5 points |
| Super Striker of the Season | ₹10 Lakh | Vaibhav Suryavanshi (RR) – Strike Rate 206.6 |
| Maximum Sixes | ₹10 Lakh | Nicholas Pooran (LSG) – 40 sixes |
| Maximum Fours | — | Sai Sudharsan (GT) – 88 fours |
| Player of the Final | ₹5 Lakh | Krunal Pandya (RCB) – 2/17 |
| Fair Play Award | — | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) – 10.21 points/match |
| Perfect Catch of the Season | — | Kamindu Mendis (SRH) |
| Best Ground | — | Delhi (DDCA) |
| Fantasy King of the Season | — | Sai Sudharsan (GT) – 1495 points |
Most IPL Titles (2008-2025)
| Team | Titles Won | Winning Years |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians (MI) | 5 | 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020 |
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 5 | 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | 3 | 2012, 2014, 2024 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 1 | 2016 |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 1 | 2008 |
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | 1 | 2022 |
| Deccan Chargers (DC) | 1 | 2009 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) | 1 | 2025 |
Most Successful Teams
- Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have been the most successful teams in the IPL, having won five titles each.
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have won three.
- With the 2025 victory, RCB finally joined the list of champions after years of misery.
IPL 2025: Season Highlights
- Sai Sudarshan’s breakout year: The Gujarat Titans batsman dominated the season with 759 runs. He won both the Orange Cap and Emerging Player of the Year awards.
- Prasad Krishna’s Purple Cap performance: His 25 wickets in key matches were crucial, proving his worth as one of India’s top T20 pace bowlers.
- Suryakumar Yadav’s MVP season: Even though MI couldn’t make it to the final, SKY’s impressive innings earned him the Most Valuable Player award.
- Krunal Pandya’s match-winning final: His bowling and key wickets in the final decisively swung the match in RCB’s favour.
- Nicholas Pooran’s power hitting: With 40 sixes, the LSG batsman was making the tournament exciting, thrilling the fans with his clean hitting.
Interesting facts about IPL winners
- Most runner-up finishes: Royal Challengers Bangalore (3 times before 2025) – 2009, 2011 and 2016.
- First IPL winner: Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural season in 2008 under the leadership of Shane Warne.
- Consecutive champions: CSK (2010-2011) and MI (2019-2020) are the only teams to have successfully defended their titles.
- Youngest team to win: Gujarat Titans (2022) won the IPL in their first season.
- Venues outside India: The IPL final was played outside India in 2009 (South Africa) and 2020-2021 (UAE).
Legacy of IPL
The IPL has become more than just a cricket tournament as it is a celebration of talent, strategy and entertainment. In 17 seasons, the league has transformed the country’s players into global stars and shown how it can bring unity across multiple regions.
With RCB’s long-awaited victory in 2025, a new emotional chapter was added to the IPL story. It has become a testament that perseverance, team balance and leadership can turn years of heartbreak into history. The 2025 season reminds everyone why the IPL is the world’s most-watched T20 league: each season brings a new story, a new hero and a new dream to life.
Conclusion
The journey of the IPL from 2008 to 2025 has been full of drama, brilliance and unforgettable cricket. Every year, a new team emerges, a new star is born, and records are rewritten.
As the league progresses, the competition is getting more intense. With new talents like Sai emerging and old legends passing the torch, the next decade of the IPL promises more excitement. IPL is not just about cricket, it is about spirit, dreams and the power of perseverance. And RCB’s 2025 victory perfectly reflects that spirit.
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FAQs
Q1. Who won the IPL 2025 title?
RCB won their first IPL title in 2025. They defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 3, 2025.
Q2. Which team has won the most IPL titles since 2008?
As of 2025, Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) both share the record for winning the most IPL titles, five each.
Q 3. Which teams have played in the most IPL finals?
CSK leads the list, having played in 10 IPL finals, the most by any team. RCB has reached the final four times (2009, 2011, 2016, 2025), and finally won in 2025.
