The Orange Cap in the Indian Premier League (IPL) is awarded to the highest run-scorer of each season. It recognizes the player who consistently performs well with the bat throughout the tournament. Since the inaugural season in 2008, several top batsmen have earned this prestigious award by showcasing remarkable batting skills and scoring the most runs for their teams. The Orange Cap not only honors individual brilliance but also highlights the impact these players have on their teams’ success. This list highlights all the Orange Cap winners from 2008 to 2025, celebrating their exceptional contributions in IPL history.
Full List of IPL Orange Cap Winners (2008–2025)
Shaun Marsh (2008)
Shaun Marsh won the first Orange Cap while playing for Kings XI Punjab. He scored 616 runs in 11 matches, averaging 68.44 with a strike rate of 139.68.
Matthew Hayden (2009)
Matthew Hayden claimed the Orange Cap for Chennai Super Kings in 2009. He scored 572 runs in 12 matches, averaging 52 with a strike rate of 144.81.
Sachin Tendulkar (2010)
Sachin Tendulkar won the Orange Cap in 2010 for Mumbai Indians. He scored 618 runs in 15 matches, averaging 47.53 with a strike rate of 132.61.
Chris Gayle (2011)
Chris Gayle earned the Orange Cap in 2011 for Royal Challengers Bangalore. He scored 608 runs in 12 matches, averaging 67.55 with a strike rate of 183.13.
Chris Gayle (2012)
Chris Gayle retained the Orange Cap in 2012 with another dominant season for Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Full List of Winners:
IPL Orange Cap Winners List (2008–2025)
| Year | Players & Teams | Runs |
| 2025 | TBD | TBD |
| 2024 | Virat Kohli (RCB) | 741 |
| 2023 | Shubman (Gill GT) | 890 |
| 2022 | Jos Buttler (RR) | 863 |
| 2021 | Ruturaj Gaikwad CSK) | 635 |
| 2020 | KL Rahul (KXIP) | 670 |
| 2019 | David Warner (SRH) | 692 |
| 2018 | Kane Williamson (SRH) | 735 |
| 2017 | David Warner (SRH) | 641 |
| 2016 | Virat Kohli (RCB) | 973 |
| 2015 | David Warner (SRH) | 562 |
| 2014 | Robin Uthappa (KKR) | 660 |
| 2013 | Michael Hussey (CSK) | 733 |
| 2012 | Chris Gayle (RCB) | 733 |
| 2011 | Chris Gayle (RCB) | 608 |
| 2010 | Sachin Tendulkar (MI) | 618 |
| 2009 | Matthew Hayden (CSK) | 572 |
| 2008 | Shaun Marsh (KXIP) | 616 |

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