Check the full list of IPL winners from 2008 to 2025. Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally lift their maiden title after defeating Punjab Kings in the 2025 final.
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IPL Champions Through the Years: Full List of Winners from 2008 to 2025 After RCB’s Historic Triumph
Ahmedabad | June 4, 2025 — By Shylesh | Special Feature
Seventeen years. That’s how long Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and their millions of fans waited for the golden moment. And on a breezy Tuesday night at the colossal Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the wait was finally over.
RCB beat Punjab Kings by six runs in a nail-biting IPL 2025 final, securing their maiden Indian Premier League title — a moment that brought closure to a legacy filled with passion, drama, and repeated heartbreaks.
But as the celebrations lit up Bengaluru’s skyline and #RCBChamps trended across the globe, it also became the perfect occasion to look back at the IPL journey from 2008 to 2025 — a saga of cricketing evolution, unforgettable rivalries, and iconic champions.
Indian Premier League Winners (2008–2025)
Year
Winner
Runner-Up
Venue
2008
Rajasthan Royals
Chennai Super Kings
DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
2009
Deccan Chargers
Royal Challengers Bangalore
Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
2010
Chennai Super Kings
Mumbai Indians
DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
2011
Chennai Super Kings
Royal Challengers Bangalore
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
2012
Kolkata Knight Riders
Chennai Super Kings
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
2013
Mumbai Indians
Chennai Super Kings
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
2014
Kolkata Knight Riders
Kings XI Punjab
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
2015
Mumbai Indians
Chennai Super Kings
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
2016
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Royal Challengers Bangalore
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
2017
Mumbai Indians
Rising Pune Supergiants
Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium
2018
Chennai Super Kings
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
2019
Mumbai Indians
Chennai Super Kings
Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium
2020
Mumbai Indians
Delhi Capitals
Dubai International Stadium
2021
Chennai Super Kings
Kolkata Knight Riders
Dubai International Stadium
2022
Gujarat Titans
Rajasthan Royals
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
2023
Chennai Super Kings
Gujarat Titans
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
2024
Kolkata Knight Riders
Sunrisers Hyderabad
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
2025
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Punjab Kings
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
IPL Winners List 2008–2025: Full List After RCB Wins First Title
RCB's Redemption: From 'So Close' to 'So Sweet'
RCB’s victory in 2025 was more than just a statistical addition to the winners’ list. It was a cathartic culmination of nearly two decades of loyalty, heartbreak, and undying hope.
From finishing runners-up thrice (2009, 2011, 2016) to being meme fodder for their long-standing title drought, RCB had heard it all. But through stars like Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, and now Faf du Plessis, they became the soul of the IPL — even without a trophy.
Tuesday night changed everything.
Virat Kohli’s emotional tribute to his wife Anushka Sharma, the raw joy on the players’ faces, and the sea of red in Ahmedabad chanting “Ee Sala Cup Namde!” marked a moment that transcended sport.
Dominant Dynasties: CSK and MI Rule the Era
While RCB’s win marks a new chapter, two franchises dominated the previous 17 years:
Chennai Super Kings: 5 titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023)
These two powerhouses set the bar for consistency, depth, and fan following. Their rivalry — whether MS Dhoni’s cool-headed finishes or Rohit Sharma’s clutch captaincy — shaped IPL’s prime-time era.
Shifting Powers: The Rise of New Contenders
In the post-pandemic IPL landscape, newer franchises and underdogs have emerged strong:
Gujarat Titans, debuting in 2022, won their first title in their inaugural season.
Kolkata Knight Riders returned to glory in 2024 after a decade-long gap.
Punjab Kings, long considered perennial underachievers, reached their first final since 2014 in 2025 — though they fell just short.
The league's growing competitiveness is a sign of IPL’s evolving balance and the depth of India’s cricketing talent pool.
The Viewership Boom & Digital Evolution
IPL's growth hasn’t just been on the pitch. With 2025 marking the highest-ever global viewership, including a record-breaking 72 million live digital viewers during the final over, the tournament has cemented itself as cricket’s global carnival.
Fan-generated content, fantasy leagues, and OTT exclusives have made it more interactive than ever.
New AI-powered analytics during live matches added a layer of tech intrigue for Gen Z fans.
Conclusion: A Trophy Worth the Wait
From Shane Warne's underdog Royals in 2008 to Virat Kohli’s teary-eyed RCB coronation in 2025, the IPL winners’ list is a living story of ambition, resilience, and evolution.
RCB's maiden title doesn’t just rewrite history — it redefines what persistence looks like in sport. As the next season looms, every franchise now knows: the story isn’t over till it's finally your year.
