IPL is known for big sixes, electrifying chases, and batting fireworks. The ultimate reward for a batter’s consistency? The Orange Cap, awarded to the season’s top run scorer.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest Orange Cap winner in IPL history in 2026, scoring 776 runs for Rajasthan Royals at a strike rate of 237.30. He was just 15 years old.
From Shaun Marsh in 2008 to Sooryavanshi in 2026, this is the complete Orange Cap winners list in IPL covering every season’s top scorer, records, and key stats.
What Is the Orange Cap in the IPL?
The Orange Cap in IPL is awarded to the batter who scores the most runs in a season. It was first introduced in 2008 and is given to the tournament’s highest run scorer after the final match, including playoffs.
Key Rules:
- Runs must be scored in official matches only
- In case of a tie, the player with the higher strike rate wins
- It’s updated live during the tournament
The Orange Cap prize money was ₹10 lakhs in IPL 2024. The winner also receives the physical orange cap and recognition at the closing ceremony.
The Orange Cap not only celebrates explosive run-making but also rewards technique, temperament, and consistency.
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Year-wise Orange Cap Winners in IPL (2008–2026)
Here’s the full Orange Cap winners list from 2008 to 2026, including player names, their teams, and total runs scored.
| Year | Player | Team | Runs |
| 2008 | Shaun Marsh | Kings XI Punjab | 616 |
| 2009 | Matthew Hayden | Chennai Super Kings | 572 |
| 2010 | Sachin Tendulkar | Mumbai Indians | 618 |
| 2011 | Chris Gayle | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 608 |
| 2012 | Chris Gayle | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 733 |
| 2013 | Michael Hussey | Chennai Super Kings | 733 |
| 2014 | Robin Uthappa | Kolkata Knight Riders | 660 |
| 2015 | David Warner | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 562 |
| 2016 | Virat Kohli | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 973 |
| 2017 | David Warner | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 641 |
| 2018 | Kane Williamson | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 735 |
| 2019 | David Warner | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 692 |
| 2020 | KL Rahul | Kings XI Punjab | 670 |
| 2021 | Ruturaj Gaikwad | Chennai Super Kings | 635 |
| 2022 | Jos Buttler | Rajasthan Royals | 863 |
| 2023 | Shubman Gill | Gujarat Titans | 890 |
| 2024 | Virat Kohli | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 741 |
| 2025 | Sai Sudharsan | Gujarat Titans | 759 |
| 2026 | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | Rajasthan Royals | 776 |
This chart proves one thing: whether you’re a seasoned veteran or rising star, the Orange Cap rewards domination with the bat.
Players with the Most Orange Caps in IPL
Some batters don’t just shine once—they turn the Orange Cap into their personal crown.
Most Orange Cap Wins – By Player
| Player | Orange Caps | Years Won |
|---|---|---|
| David Warner | 3 | 2015, 2017, 2019 |
| Chris Gayle | 2 | 2011, 2012 |
| Virat Kohli | 2 | 2016, 2024 |
| Shaun Marsh | 1 | 2008 |
| Matthew Hayden | 1 | 2009 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 1 | 2010 |
| Michael Hussey | 1 | 2013 |
| Robin Uthappa | 1 | 2014 |
| Kane Williamson | 1 | 2018 |
| KL Rahul | 1 | 2020 |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | 1 | 2021 |
| Jos Buttler | 1 | 2022 |
| Shubman Gill | 1 | 2023 |
| Sai Sudharsan | 1 | 2025 |
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | 1 | 2026 |
David Warner leads the pack with three Orange Caps, showing consistency over multiple seasons and formats.
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Orange Cap winners by team in IPL
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad are tied for the most Orange Cap wins in IPL history with four each.
| Team | Orange Caps | Winners (Year) |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 4 | Chris Gayle (2011, 2012), Virat Kohli (2016, 2024) |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | David Warner (2015, 2017, 2019), Kane Williamson (2018) |
| Chennai Super Kings | 3 | Matthew Hayden (2009), Michael Hussey (2013), Ruturaj Gaikwad (2021) |
| Gujarat Titans | 2 | Shubman Gill (2023), Sai Sudharsan (2025) |
| Rajasthan Royals | 2 | Jos Buttler (2022), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (2026) |
| Kings XI Punjab/Punjab Kings | 2 | Shaun Marsh (2008), KL Rahul (2020) |
| Mumbai Indians | 1 | Sachin Tendulkar (2010) |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 1 | Robin Uthappa (2014) |
| Delhi Capitals | 0 | None |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 0 | None |
RCB's four Orange Caps come from just two players. Kohli and Gayle won two each, making them the most dominant batting pair in franchise history. SRH's four are dominated by Warner's three consecutive wins from 2015 to 2019.
Rohit Sharma has never won the Orange Cap despite being the second-highest run scorer in IPL history. MS Dhoni has also never won it. Both players are among the most searched names for this topic, but the Orange Cap has eluded them throughout their careers.
Legendary Seasons by Orange Cap Winners
Let’s look at some of the most explosive seasons where the Orange Cap wasn’t just won—it was conquered.
- Virat Kohli (2016) – 973 runs in a single season, with 4 centuries. A record that still stands.
- Jos Buttler (2022) – 863 runs and 4 hundreds powered Rajasthan to the final.
- Shubman Gill (2023) – 890 runs with elegance and authority, helping GT to a second straight final.
- Virat Kohli (2024) – 741 runs, 1 century, 5 fifties, consistent match-winning knocks, average 61.75, RCB reached playoffs.
- Sai Sudharsan (2025): 759 runs in 16 matches for Gujarat Titans, capping a breakthrough season as the tournament's leading run scorer.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (2026): 776 runs, 2 centuries, 72 sixes (IPL record), strike rate of 237.30, at just 15 years old. He broke Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in a single IPL season and became the youngest Orange Cap winner ever.
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Interesting Orange Cap Records & Facts
These record-breaking stats prove why the Orange Cap is such a massive deal in the IPL:
All-Time IPL Batting Records
Most runs in a single season:
- Virat Kohli – 973 runs (2016, Royal Challengers Bangalore)
Most Orange Caps won:
- David Warner – 3 (2015, 2017, 2019, Sunrisers Hyderabad)
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Most career IPL runs (as of 2024):
- Virat Kohli: 9,336 runs (284 matches)
- Rohit Sharma: 7,046 runs
- Shikhar Dhawan: 6,769 runs (222 matches, retired)
- David Warner: 6,565 runs (184 matches)
- Suresh Raina: 5,528 runs (205 matches, retired)
Most centuries by an Orange Cap winner in a season:
- Jos Buttler – 4 (2022, Rajasthan Royals)
- Virat Kohli – 4 (2016, Royal Challengers Bangalore)
Best average by an Orange Cap winner:
- Virat Kohli – 81.08 (2016, Royal Challengers Bangalore)
These performances have shaped the outcome of entire tournaments, proving why top-order stability is gold in T20 cricket.
Youngest Orange Cap winner:
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 15 years, 65 days (2026, Rajasthan Royals)
Most sixes in a single IPL season:
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 72 sixes (2026), breaking Chris Gayle's record of 59
Highest single-season run tallies in IPL:
- Virat Kohli: 973 runs (2016)
- Shubman Gill: 890 runs (2023)
- Jos Buttler: 863 runs (2022)
- David Warner: 848 runs (2016)
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 776 runs (2026)
- Sai Sudharsan: 759 runs (2025)
Conclusion
The Orange Cap is a mark of excellence. It celebrates the players who carried teams, turned games, and lit up the tournament with every shot. From Warner's three Orange Caps to Kohli's 2016 masterclass to Sooryavanshi rewriting records at 15, every winner on this orange cap winners list in IPL has left a lasting legacy.
The youngest-ever winner, the most sixes in a season, and a strike rate of 237.30. IPL 2026 proved that new records are always one season away.
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FAQs – Orange Cap in IPL
Who won the Orange Cap in IPL 2026?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of Rajasthan Royals won the Orange Cap in IPL 2026 with 776 runs in 16 matches. At 15 years and 65 days old, he became the youngest Orange Cap winner in IPL history. He also broke Chris Gayle's record for the most sixes in a single season with 72.
Who won the Orange Cap in IPL 2024?
Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the Orange Cap with 741 runs in 15 matches.
Which player has the most Orange Cap awards in IPL?
David Warner with 3 Orange Caps—the most in league history (2015, 2017, 2019).
Has an Orange Cap winner also won the IPL?
Yes, examples include Robin Uthappa (2014, Kolkata Knight Riders) and Ruturaj Gaikwad (2021, Chennai Super Kings), who won both the Orange Cap and the IPL title in the same season.
Do Orange Cap stats include playoffs?
Yes, all matches, including playoffs, are counted in the final tally.
What does the Orange Cap symbolize?
It shows you're the top batter in the league—every bowler is targeting you, every team planning for you.
How many Orange Caps does Virat Kohli have?
Virat Kohli has won the Orange Cap twice, in 2016 (973 runs) and 2024 (741 runs). His 2016 season holds the all-time record for most runs in a single IPL season. Both wins came while playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Has Rohit Sharma ever won the Orange Cap?
No. Rohit Sharma has never won the Orange Cap despite being the second-highest run scorer in IPL history with over 7,000 career runs. His best single-season tally was 538 runs in IPL 2013. The Orange Cap has consistently gone to top-order batters with higher strike rates.
How many Orange Caps does RCB have?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have four Orange Cap wins, tied with Sunrisers Hyderabad for the most by any franchise. Chris Gayle won it twice (2011, 2012) and Virat Kohli won it twice (2016, 2024).
Does MS Dhoni have an Orange Cap?
No. MS Dhoni has never won the Orange Cap. As a middle-order batter and finisher, Dhoni's role was not built for accumulating the highest runs in a season. His highest IPL season tally was 455 runs in 2013 for Chennai Super Kings.
What is the prize money for the Orange Cap?
The Orange Cap winner receives ₹10 lakh in prize money in IPL 2026, down from ₹15 lakh in IPL 2024 and 2025. The winner also receives the physical cap and recognition at the closing ceremony. The monetary value is small compared to player salaries, but the prestige makes it one of the most coveted individual honours in T20 cricket.
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