IPL Winners List from 2008 to Present

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is India’s men’s franchise T20 competition. It began in 2008 with eight teams. The inaugural title went to Rajasthan Royals, who beat Chennai Super Kings in the final. The league has since produced a mix of repeat champions and one-time winners.

This record is current through the completed 2026 season. Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the 2026 final. “Present” in the title means the latest completed edition covered here, not an assumed future winner.

IPL team changes and franchise history

The IPL first expanded from eight teams to 10 in 2011 when Kochi Tuskers Kerala and Pune Warriors India joined. Kochi lasted one season, while Pune Warriors India withdrew after 2013. Deccan Chargers, an inaugural franchise and the 2009 champion, was terminated after 2012. Sunrisers Hyderabad entered in 2013 as a separate Hyderabad franchise, so Sunrisers does not inherit Deccan Chargers’ title.

Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals were suspended for the 2016 and 2017 editions. Gujarat Lions and Rising Pune Supergiant filled the two replacement places. CSK and RR returned in 2018. The league reached its present 10-team field in 2022 with Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants. Historical team names are preserved in the table: Kings XI Punjab became Punjab Kings, Delhi Daredevils became Delhi Capitals, and Royal Challengers Bangalore became Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

IPL winners and runners-up by season

The table lists every completed IPL edition from 2008 through 2026. Seasons are shown by their IPL season year, and each final runner-up is kept with the name used at that time.

Most successful IPL team

Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians share the IPL record with five titles each through 2026. Kolkata Knight Riders have three, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru have two after winning in 2025 and 2026. Four other franchises have won once, including the now-discontinued Deccan Chargers. Rising Pune Supergiant reached a final but did not win the title.

Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants have not won an IPL title till the completed 2026 season.

IPL winners FAQs

Who won the latest completed IPL season?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the 2026 final, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets.

Which teams have won the most IPL titles?

Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians are tied at the top with five titles each.

How many teams played in the first IPL season?

Eight franchises played in the inaugural 2008 IPL season.

When did the IPL expand to 10 teams?

The league first reached 10 teams in 2011. Its current 10-team field dates from 2022, when Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants were added.

Does Sunrisers Hyderabad inherit Deccan Chargers’ title?

No. Deccan Chargers’ 2009 title remains a Deccan Chargers title. Sunrisers Hyderabad entered as a separate Hyderabad franchise in 2013.