The Indian Premier League (IPL), India’s premier T20 cricket competition, has been captivating audiences since its inception in 2008. One of the top individual honors in the tournament is the IPL Orange Cap, presented to the batter who finishes each season as the leading run-scorer.
IPL Orange Cap Winners List (2008-2024)
The IPL Orange Cap is awarded to the highest run-scorer in each IPL season. The 2023 season saw Shubman Gill of Gujarat Titans top the run-scoring charts, and the 2024 winner is yet to be determined.
| Season | Player | Matches | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Shaun Marsh (KXIP) | 11 | 616 |
| 2009 | Matthew Hayden (CSK) | 12 | 572 |
| 2010 | Sachin Tendulkar (MI) | 15 | 618 |
| 2011 | Chris Gayle (RCB) | 12 | 608 |
| 2012 | Chris Gayle (RCB) | 15 | 733 |
| 2013 | Michael Hussey (CSK) | 16 | 733 |
| 2014 | Robin Uthappa (KKR) | 16 | 660 |
| 2015 | David Warner (SRH) | 14 | 562 |
| 2016 | Virat Kohli (RCB) | 16 | 973 |
| 2017 | David Warner (SRH) | 14 | 641 |
| 2018 | Kane Williamson (SRH) | 17 | 735 |
| 2019 | David Warner (SRH) | 12 | 692 |
| 2020 | KL Rahul (KXIP) | 14 | 670 |
| 2021 | Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK) | 16 | 635 |
| 2022 | Jos Buttler (RR) | 17 | 863 |
| 2023 | Shubman Gill (GT) | 17 | 890 |
| 2024 | Not Declared | Not Declared | Not Declared |
IPL 2024 Orange Cap Standings Updated Today
The 2024 IPL season is well underway, and Virat Kohli currently leads the race for the Orange Cap with 361 runs. Rising stars like Riyan Parag and Sanju Samson are also among the top run-scorers so far, while last year’s winner Shubman Gill sits in 5th place. The competition for the prestigious award remains fierce as the tournament progresses.
| No. | Player | M | Ins | Runs |
| 1 | Virat Kohli | 6 | 6 | 361 |
| 2 | Riyan Parag | 6 | 6 | 284 |
| 3 | Sanju Samson | 6 | 6 | 264 |
| 4 | Rohit Sharma | 6 | 6 | 261 |
| 5 | Shubman Gill | 6 | 6 | 255 |
The Inaugural Winner: Shaun Marsh
In the inaugural 2008 season, Shaun Marsh, playing for Punjab Kings (then known as Kings XI Punjab), won the Orange Cap by scoring 616 runs in 11 matches. This breakout performance helped catapult Marsh into the international cricket arena, where he went on to feature regularly for Australia.
Legendary Winners: Sachin Tendulkar and Chris Gayle
Over the years, the IPL Orange Cap has been won by several renowned cricketers. In 2010, legendary Indian batter Sachin Tendulkar, playing for Mumbai Indians, scored 618 runs in 15 games to claim the coveted prize. The West Indies’ Chris Gayle then became the first player to win consecutive Orange Caps in 2011 and 2012, scoring 608 runs in IPL 2011 and 733 runs in 15 matches in IPL 2012 for Royal Challengers Bangalore.
The Record-Holder: David Warner
However, it is Australian opener David Warner who has won the IPL Orange Cap the most number of times. The former Sunrisers Hyderabad captain won three Orange Caps between 2015 and 2019, showcasing his consistent and dominant batting performances in the tournament.
The Highest Scorer: Virat Kohli
The year that David Warner led SRH to the IPL title was marked by Virat Kohli’s incredible run-scoring. The then RCB captain amassed an extraordinary tally of 973 runs in 16 games, which remains the highest runs scored in a single IPL season.
The Significance of the Orange Cap
The IPL Orange Cap has become a symbol of individual excellence in the tournament, with the leading run-scorers cementing their status as formidable batters in the cricketing world. The cap not only recognizes the exceptional performances of these players but also serves as a testament to their ability to consistently deliver under the intense pressure of the IPL.
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