The Indian Premier League (IPL) has evolved into the commercial and athletic pinnacle of T20 cricket since its inception in 2008. Combining international icons with domestic prodigies, the tournament has delivered high-stakes rivalries, last-over thrillers, and historic franchise dynasties.
From Rajasthan Royals' historic underdog victory in 2008 to the five-title eras of Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru's recent back-to-back championship triumph under Rajat Patidar, here is the complete season-by-season IPL Winners List from 2008 to 2026.
Most Successful Teams in IPL History (2008–2026)
| Franchise | Total Titles | Winning Seasons | Title-Winning Captains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 5 | 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023 | MS Dhoni (5) |
| Mumbai Indians (MI) | 5 | 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020 | Rohit Sharma (5) |
| Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | 3 | 2012, 2014, 2024 | Gautam Gambhir (2), Shreyas Iyer (1) |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 2 | 2025, 2026 | Rajat Patidar (2) |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 1 | 2016 | David Warner (1) |
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | 1 | 2022 | Hardik Pandya (1) |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 1 | 2008 | Shane Warne (1) |
| Deccan Chargers | 1 | 2009 | Adam Gilchrist (1) |
Complete IPL Winners List (2008–2026)
Winner: Rajasthan Royals
Runner-up: Chennai Super Kings
Winning Captain: Shane Warne
Final Venue: DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
Result: Rajasthan Royals won by 3 wickets
Winner: Deccan Chargers
Runner-up: Royal Challengers Bangalore
Winning Captain: Adam Gilchrist
Final Venue: Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Result: Deccan Chargers won by 6 runs
Winner: Chennai Super Kings
Runner-up: Mumbai Indians
Winning Captain: MS Dhoni
Final Venue: DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 22 runs
Winner: Chennai Super Kings
Runner-up: Royal Challengers Bangalore
Winning Captain: MS Dhoni
Final Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 58 runs
Winner: Kolkata Knight Riders
Runner-up: Chennai Super Kings
Winning Captain: Gautam Gambhir
Final Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Result: Kolkata Knight Riders won by 5 wickets
Winner: Mumbai Indians
Runner-up: Chennai Super Kings
Winning Captain: Rohit Sharma
Final Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 23 runs
Winner: Kolkata Knight Riders
Runner-up: Kings XI Punjab
Winning Captain: Gautam Gambhir
Final Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Result: Kolkata Knight Riders won by 3 wickets
Winner: Mumbai Indians
Runner-up: Chennai Super Kings
Winning Captain: Rohit Sharma
Final Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 41 runs
Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad
Runner-up: Royal Challengers Bangalore
Winning Captain: David Warner
Final Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Result: Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 8 runs
Winner: Mumbai Indians
Runner-up: Rising Pune Supergiant
Winning Captain: Rohit Sharma
Final Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 1 run
Winner: Chennai Super Kings
Runner-up: Sunrisers Hyderabad
Winning Captain: MS Dhoni
Final Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 8 wickets
Winner: Mumbai Indians
Runner-up: Chennai Super Kings
Winning Captain: Rohit Sharma
Final Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 1 run
Winner: Mumbai Indians
Runner-up: Delhi Capitals
Winning Captain: Rohit Sharma
Final Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 5 wickets
Winner: Chennai Super Kings
Runner-up: Kolkata Knight Riders
Winning Captain: MS Dhoni
Final Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 27 runs
Winner: Gujarat Titans
Runner-up: Rajasthan Royals
Winning Captain: Hardik Pandya
Final Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Result: Gujarat Titans won by 7 wickets
Winner: Chennai Super Kings
Runner-up: Gujarat Titans
Winning Captain: MS Dhoni
Final Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 5 wickets (DLS)
Winner: Kolkata Knight Riders
Runner-up: Sunrisers Hyderabad
Winning Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Final Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Result: Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets
Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Runner-up: Punjab Kings
Winning Captain: Rajat Patidar
Final Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 6 runs
Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Runner-up: Gujarat Titans
Winning Captain: Rajat Patidar
Final Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 5 wickets
Defining IPL Championship Stories
Rajasthan Royals (2008): The Pioneer Underdog Story
Written off ahead of the tournament, the late Shane Warne inspired an unheralded squad—featuring Yusuf Pathan, Ravindra Jadeja, and Sohail Tanvir—to edge past Chennai Super Kings on the final delivery, establishing the league's competitive identity.
Chennai Super Kings: Unmatched Continuity
Anchored by MS Dhoni and Stephen Fleming, CSK achieved unparalleled playoff consistency, claiming five championships (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023) by trusting veteran experience and holding composure in final overs.
Mumbai Indians: The Rohit Sharma Dynasty
Between 2013 and 2020, Mumbai Indians lifted five trophies under Rohit Sharma. Powered by a world-class analytics and talent-scouting network that unearthed Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, MI dominated modern franchise cricket.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: The Long-Awaited Double
After an 18-year title pursuit, Royal Challengers Bengaluru broke the trophy drought in 2025 under Rajat Patidar, following it with an emphatic title defense in 2026 to become only the third franchise in IPL history to win back-to-back crowns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which teams have won the most IPL titles in history?
Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians share the record with 5 IPL titles each, followed by Kolkata Knight Riders with 3, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru with 2 championships.
Who won the inaugural IPL title in 2008?
The Rajasthan Royals, captained by the legendary Australian leg-spinner Shane Warne, won the first IPL title against Chennai Super Kings at the DY Patil Stadium.
Who won the IPL 2025 and 2026 titles?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won both the 2025 and 2026 IPL titles under the captaincy of Rajat Patidar, defeating Punjab Kings in 2025 and Gujarat Titans in 2026.
Which captains have won the most IPL trophies?
MS Dhoni (CSK) and Rohit Sharma (MI) are the joint-most successful captains in IPL history, with each leading their respective franchise to five championship victories.