RCB in the Final! A Look Back at All IPL Finals So Far
- arjunveersingh
- May 30
- 2 min read
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has delivered thrilling cricketing action since its inception in 2008. Over the years, several teams have showcased exceptional performances, leading to memorable finals. Here's a comprehensive overview of all IPL finalists from 2008 to 2024:
🏆 IPL Finalists (2008–2024)
Year | Winner | Runner-Up | Margin | Venue |
2008 | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | 3 wickets | DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai |
2009 | Deccan Chargers | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6 runs | Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
2010 | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai Indians | 22 runs | DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai |
2011 | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 58 runs | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Chennai Super Kings | 5 wickets | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
2013 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | 23 runs | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kings XI Punjab | 3 wickets | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
2015 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | 41 runs | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 8 runs | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
2017 | Mumbai Indians | Rising Pune Supergiant | 1 run | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad |
2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 8 wickets | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
2019 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings | 1 run | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad |
2020 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | 5 wickets | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders | 27 runs | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
2022 | Gujarat Titans | Rajasthan Royals | 7 wickets | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Gujarat Titans | 5 wickets (DLS) | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 8 wickets | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
Note: The 2025 IPL final is scheduled for June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru having qualified for their fourth final appearance.
🥇 Most Successful IPL Teams
Team | Titles Won | Years Won |
Mumbai Indians | 5 | 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020 |
Chennai Super Kings | 5 | 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023 |
Kolkata Knight Riders | 3 | 2012, 2014, 2024 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1 | 2016 |
Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 2008 |
Deccan Chargers | 1 | 2009 |
Gujarat Titans | 1 | 2022 |
🔥 Notable Final Performances
2008: Rajasthan Royals clinched the inaugural IPL title under Shane Warne's leadership, defeating Chennai Super Kings by 3 wickets.
2016: Sunrisers Hyderabad secured their maiden title by overcoming Royal Challengers Bangalore in a high-scoring final.
2023: Chennai Super Kings won their fifth title in a rain-affected final against Gujarat Titans, with Devon Conway earning the Player of the Match award.
2024: Kolkata Knight Riders dominated Sunrisers Hyderabad, chasing down a modest target of 114 in just 10.3 overs, securing their third IPL title.
The IPL continues to be a platform where cricketing excellence meets entertainment, with each season bringing new stories and heroes to the fore. As we await the 2025 final, fans worldwide eagerly anticipate another chapter in this illustrious tournament's history.