If you’re a cricket fan or just a casual viewer of the Indian Premier League (IPL), you might be wondering how many IPL seasons there have been since its exciting debut in 2008. As of 2025, the Indian Premier League has completed an incredible 17 seasons, with the 18th season set to begin in April 2025. From its revolutionary start to becoming one of the most-watched sports leagues in the world, the IPL’s journey has been full of unforgettable moments. Here’s everything you need to know about the number of IPL seasons, key highlights, and what to expect in the future!
IPL Total Seasons List — Year-by-Year Breakdown
| Season | Year | Winner | Runner-Up | Final Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2008 | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai |
| 2 | 2009 | Deccan Chargers | Royal Challengers Bangalore | New Wanderers, Johannesburg |
| 3 | 2010 | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai Indians | DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai |
| 4 | 2011 | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 5 | 2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Chennai Super Kings | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 6 | 2013 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 7 | 2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kings XI Punjab | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 8 | 2015 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 9 | 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Royal Challengers Bangalore | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore |
| 10 | 2017 | Mumbai Indians | Rising Pune Supergiant | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 11 | 2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 12 | 2019 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 13 | 2020 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | Dubai International Stadium |
| 14 | 2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders | Dubai International Stadium |
| 15 | 2022 | Gujarat Titans | Rajasthan Royals | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 16 | 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Gujarat Titans | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 17 | 2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
IPL Records Broken Each Season
| Season | Best Batsman (Most Runs) | Most Wickets | Highest Team Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Shaun Marsh – 616 runs | Sohail Tanvir – 22 wkts | 222/3 — Chennai Super Kings |
| 2009 | Matthew Hayden – 572 runs | RP Singh – 23 wkts | 213/4 — Deccan Chargers |
| 2010 | Sachin Tendulkar – 618 runs | Pragyan Ojha – 21 wkts | 246/5 — Chennai Super Kings |
| 2011 | Chris Gayle – 608 runs | Lasith Malinga – 28 wkts | 232/2 — Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2012 | Chris Gayle – 733 runs | Morne Morkel – 25 wkts | 222/3 — Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2013 | Michael Hussey – 733 runs | Dwayne Bravo – 32 wkts | 263/5 — Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2014 | Robin Uthappa – 660 runs | Mohit Sharma – 23 wkts | 226/6 — Kings XI Punjab |
| 2015 | David Warner – 562 runs | Dwayne Bravo – 26 wkts | 226/6 — Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2016 | Virat Kohli – 973 runs | Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 23 wkts | 248/3 — Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2017 | David Warner – 641 runs | Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 26 wkts | 235/1 — Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2018 | Kane Williamson – 735 runs | Andrew Tye – 24 wkts | 245/5 — Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 2019 | David Warner – 692 runs | Imran Tahir – 26 wkts | 231/4 — Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 2020 | KL Rahul – 670 runs | Kagiso Rabada – 30 wkts | 228/4 — Delhi Capitals |
| 2021 | Ruturaj Gaikwad – 635 runs | Harshal Patel – 32 wkts | 223/6 — Rajasthan Royals |
| 2022 | Jos Buttler – 863 runs | Yuzvendra Chahal – 27 wkts | 222/3 — Lucknow Super Giants |
| 2023 | Shubman Gill – 890 runs | Mohammed Shami – 28 wkts | 235/4 — Gujarat Titans |
| 2024 | (Data Pending Final Update) | (Data Pending) | (Data Pending) |
🔮 IPL Future Outlook — 2025 and Beyond
With IPL 2025 around the corner, the excitement around which team will emerge as the new champion or which player will break records is palpable. Will Mumbai Indians or Chennai Super Kings dominate again? Or will a new contender rise to the occasion? One thing is certain — IPL’s future will continue to be as thrilling as its past!
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many IPL seasons have there been?
As of 2025, there have been 17 IPL seasons, with the 18th season set to begin in April 2025.
2. Which team has won the most IPL titles?
Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings share the record with 5 titles each.
3. Who is the highest run-scorer in IPL history?
As of 2024, the highest run-scorer in IPL history is Virat Kohli, with over 6,000 runs.
4. Which season had the highest total score in an IPL match?
The highest team total in an IPL match was 263/5, set by Royal Challengers Bangalore during the 2013 season.
5. Will IPL 2025 introduce any changes?
IPL 2025 is expected to feature new player additions, rule adjustments, and an increased focus on Impact Player strategies.