The IPL 2026 season was the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League, featuring 10 teams and 84 matches from 26 March to 31 May 2026. Organized by the BCCI, the tournament ended with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeating Gujarat Titans in the final to win their second IPL title and successfully defend their championship crown.
IPL Winners List (2008-2026)
This IPL Winners List (2008-2025) includes the champions, runner-up teams, and the venue of each IPL final match:
| Year | Winner | Runner-Up | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Gujarat Titans | Ahmedabad |
| 2025 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Punjab Kings | Ahmedabad |
| 2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Chennai |
| 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Gujarat Titans | Ahmedabad |
| 2022 | Gujarat Titans | Rajasthan Royals | Ahmedabad |
| 2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders | Dubai |
| 2020 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | Dubai |
| 2019 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Hyderabad |
| 2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Mumbai |
| 2017 | Mumbai Indians | Rising Pune Supergiant | Hyderabad |
| 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Bangalore |
| 2015 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata |
| 2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kings XI Punjab | Bangalore |
| 2013 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata |
| 2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Chennai Super Kings | Chennai |
| 2011 | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Chennai |
| 2010 | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai Indians | Mumbai |
| 2009 | Deccan Chargers | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Johannesburg |
| 2008 | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai |
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 concluded with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) winning the title after defeating Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on 31 May 2026. The playoffs featured RCB, Gujarat Titans, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Rajasthan Royals. Since all four teams were seeking their second IPL title, the tournament witnessed intense competition before RCB ultimately lifted the trophy.
Most IPL Trophy Wins by Teams (2008–2026)
Here’s a quick summary of the most successful IPL franchises based on titles won:
| 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 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2 | 2025, 2026 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 1 | 2016 |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 1 | 2008 |
| Deccan Chargers (DC) | 1 | 2009 |
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | 1 | 2022 |
Which Team Has Won the Most IPL Titles?
As of IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) remain the most successful franchises in IPL history with five titles each. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are third on the list with three championships.
With their title triumphs in 2025 and 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have moved into the elite group of multiple-time champions with two IPL trophies.
IPL Teams with Multiple Titles
- Mumbai Indians (MI) – 5 Titles
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) – 5 Titles
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) – 3 Titles
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) – 2 Titles
IPL Teams with One Title
- Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Deccan Chargers (Defunct Franchise)
RCB’s back-to-back title victories in 2025 and 2026 have significantly reshaped the IPL honours table, establishing the Bengaluru franchise among the league’s most successful teams.
IPL 2026 Final Match Awards Winners
Player of the Match
Virat Kohli (RCB) – 75* off 42 balls
Super Striker of the Match
Virat Kohli (RCB) – Strike Rate: 178.57
Most Fours of the Match
Virat Kohli (RCB) – 9 Fours
Most Sixes of the Match
Virat Kohli (RCB) – 3 Sixes
Green Dot Balls Award
RCB Bowling Unit – 11 Dot Balls
IPL 2026 Team Prize Money
- Champions: Royal Challengers Bengaluru – ₹20 Crore
- Runners-up: Gujarat Titans – ₹12.5 Crore
Season Awards: Players Who Dominated IPL 2026
Orange Cap Winner
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals) – 776 Runs
Purple Cap Winner
Kagiso Rabada (Gujarat Titans) – 29 Wickets
Most Valuable Player (MVP)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – 436.5 Points
Most Fours in Season
Sai Sudharsan – 75 Fours
Most Sixes in Season
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – 72 Sixes
Super Striker of the Season
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – Strike Rate 237.30
Most Dot Balls
Mohammed Siraj – 172 Dot Balls
Emerging Player of the Season
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
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