The Indian Premier League (Indian T20) has become one of the world's most popular cricket tournaments since it started in 2008. Alongside the excitement of team rivalries and thrilling matches, the Indian T20 also honors individual excellence with various awards. One of the most prestigious and sought-after of these awards is the Indian T20 Orange Cap.
The Indian T20 Orange Cap is an award presented to the batsman who scores the most runs during each season of the tournament. It is an individual recognition that celebrates batting prowess and consistent performance throughout the competition. The cap itself is orange in color, thus earning its name - the Indian T20 Orange Cap.
In this blog, we will explore the complete list of Indian T20 Orange Cap winners from the inaugural season in 2008 to the latest season in 2024. We will examine the batting records, standout performances, and memorable seasons of each Orange Cap winner, providing a comprehensive overview of their achievements.
List of all Indian T20 Orange Cap Winners from 2008-24
Year |
Winner |
Team |
Runs |
Average |
Strike Rate |
50 |
100 |
Highest Score |
2023 |
Shubman Gill |
GT |
890 |
59.33 |
157.8 |
4 |
3 |
129 |
2022 |
Jos Buttler |
RR |
863 |
57.53 |
149.05 |
4 |
4 |
116 |
2021 |
Ruturaj Gaikwad |
CSK |
635 |
45.35 |
136.26 |
4 |
1 |
101 |
2020 |
KL Rahul |
KXIP |
670 |
55.83 |
129.34 |
5 |
1 |
132 |
2019 |
David Warner |
SRH |
692 |
69.2 |
143.87 |
8 |
1 |
100 |
2018 |
Kane Williamson |
SRH |
735 |
52.5 |
142.44 |
8 |
0 |
84 |
2017 |
David Warner |
SRH |
641 |
58.27 |
141.81 |
4 |
1 |
126 |
2016 |
Virat Kohli |
RCB |
973 |
81.08 |
152.03 |
7 |
4 |
113 |
2015 |
David Warner |
SRH |
562 |
43.23 |
156.54 |
7 |
0 |
91 |
2014 |
Robin Uthappa |
KKR |
660 |
44 |
137.78 |
5 |
0 |
83 |
2013 |
Michael Hussey |
CSK |
733 |
52.35 |
129.5 |
6 |
0 |
95 |
2012 |
Chris Gayle |
RCB |
733 |
61.08 |
160.74 |
7 |
1 |
128 |
2011 |
Chris Gayle |
RCB |
608 |
67.55 |
183.13 |
3 |
2 |
107 |
2010 |
Sachin Tendulkar |
MI |
618 |
47.53 |
132.61 |
5 |
0 |
89 |
2009 |
Matthew Hayden |
CSK |
572 |
52 |
144.81 |
5 |
0 |
89 |
2008 |
Shaun Marsh |
KXIP |
616 |
68.44 |
139.68 |
5 |
1 |
115 |
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Indian T20 2024 Orange Cap
As the Indian T20 2024 season draws to a close, the race for the Orange Cap has been intense. Currently, Virat Kohli holds the prestigious Orange Cap, showcasing his remarkable consistency and skill.
Player |
Team |
R |
Mat |
BF |
Avg |
H.S |
SR |
4s |
6s |
100s |
50s |
Virat Kohli |
RCB |
741 |
15 |
479 |
61.75 |
113 |
154.7 |
62 |
38 |
1 |
5 |
Ruturaj Gaikwad |
CSK |
583 |
14 |
413 |
53 |
108 |
141.16 |
58 |
18 |
1 |
4 |
Riyan Parag |
RR |
567 |
15 |
374 |
56.7 |
84 |
151.6 |
40 |
33 |
-- |
4 |
Travis Head |
SRH |
533 |
13 |
267 |
44.42 |
102 |
199.63 |
61 |
31 |
1 |
4 |
Sai Sudharsan |
GT |
527 |
12 |
373 |
47.91 |
103 |
141.29 |
48 |
16 |
1 |
2 |
Sanju Samson |
RR |
521 |
15 |
335 |
52.1 |
86 |
155.52 |
47 |
24 |
-- |
5 |
KL Rahul |
LSG |
520 |
14 |
382 |
37.14 |
82 |
136.13 |
45 |
19 |
-- |
4 |
Nicholas Pooran |
LSG |
499 |
14 |
280 |
62.38 |
75 |
178.21 |
35 |
36 |
-- |
3 |
Sunil Narine |
KKR |
482 |
14 |
268 |
37.08 |
109 |
179.85 |
50 |
32 |
1 |
3 |
Abhishek Sharma |
SRH |
470 |
14 |
227 |
36.15 |
75 |
207.05 |
35 |
41 |
-- |
3 |
Indian T20 Orange Cap winners from 2008 to 2023
2008 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Shaun Marsh
Shaun Marsh was the first Orange Cap winner in Indian T20 history. The Australian southpaw was in tremendous form throughout the 2008 Indian T20 season, amassing an impressive 616 runs in just 11 innings. His outstanding performance played a crucial role in helping his team, Kings XI Punjab, reach the semi-finals that season.
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2009 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Matthew Hayden
In 2009, another Australian player claimed the Orange Cap, this time from Team CSK. Matthew Hayden, the renowned Australian opener, won the 2009 Indian T20 Orange Cap by scoring 572 runs in just 12 innings throughout the tournament. Despite having recently retired from Test cricket, Hayden delivered an outstanding performance, leading his team to the semi-finals in the 2009 Indian T20 season.
2010 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Sachin Tendulkar
The 2010 Indian T20 season is memorable for the "God of Cricket," Sachin Tendulkar. In spectacular form, the master blaster smashed 618 runs with a batting average of 47.53. Riding on Tendulkar's brilliance, MI reached the final but ultimately fell short against MS Dhoni's CSK.
2011 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Chris Gayle
The Universe Boss, Chris Gayle, displayed his formidable hitting prowess during the 2011 Indian T20 season. As the West Indian opener, he propelled RCB to the tournament final, though they narrowly missed out to CSK. Gayle's remarkable performance in the 2011 Indian T20 saw him amass 608 runs in just 12 innings, boasting an impressive strike rate of 183.13, earning him the Player of the Tournament title.
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2012 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Chris Gayle
The Universe Boss once more exhibited his batting prowess, securing the Orange Cap consecutively in 2012. The West Indian power hitter achieved a historic milestone as the first batsman in Indian T20 history to retain the Orange Cap. In the 2012 Indian T20, Chris Gayle proved even more formidable than in 2011. He amassed a staggering 733 runs with an impressive average of 61.08, including a highest score of 128.
2013 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Michael Hussey
The third Australian on this list is Michael Hussey. Known as Mr. Cricket, he continued the Aussie tradition of clinching the Orange Cap. In the 2013 season, he matched Chris Gayle's record by smashing 733 runs in 17 matches. Hussey's exceptional batting propelled his team, CSK, to the final, although they ultimately fell short against MI.
2014 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Robin Uthappa
In 2014, following his triumph with KKR in lifting the Indian T20 trophy, Robin Uthappa made history by becoming the first player ever to win both an Orange Cap and an Indian T20 trophy in the same season. Despite a disappointing start to the 2014 Indian T20 season, Uthappa's performance soared in the latter half, with an impressive streak of eight consecutive 40+ scores. By the end of Indian T20 2014, Uthappa had amassed 660 runs, including five half-centuries.
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2015 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
David Warner
David Warner, the fourth Australian on the list of all-time Orange Cap winners in the Indian T20, showcased his prowess in the 2015 season. With a remarkable average of 43.23, Warner scored 562 runs, claiming the Orange Cap for the first time. Despite his ferocious form, Warner's team, Sunrisers Hyderabad, fell short of making it to the playoffs that season.
2016 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Virat Kohli
The 2016 Indian T20 season was dominated by Virat Kohli. Breaking numerous batting records, Kohli claimed the Orange Cap with the highest-ever run tally. His extraordinary performance included four centuries, one achieved in a mere 15-over game. Scoring a staggering 973 runs in the 2016 Indian T20, King Kohli narrowly missed the 1000-run milestone in a single season. Despite leading his team to the final, Kohli's efforts were not enough to secure the trophy.
2017 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
David Warner
David Warner joined Chris Gayle as the second batsman to win the Orange Cap twice in Indian T20 history. In 2017, Warner showcased exceptional batting prowess, clinching the Orange Cap with 641 runs, surpassing all other batsmen in the league. Unlike in 2015 when Warner also secured the Orange Cap, in the 2017 Indian T20, he led his team to the playoffs but was defeated by KKR.
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2018 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Kane Williamson
The 2018 Indian T20 season saw Kane Williamson representing New Zealanders on the Orange Cap Winners List of the Indian T20. Renowned for his batting brilliance, Williamson left a lasting impression with his exceptional performance. Scoring 735 runs in just 17 innings, he led his team to the final, where they were defeated by CSK, courtesy of Shane Watson's outstanding century.
2019 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
David Warner
David Warner created Indian T20 history by clinching the Orange Cap for the third time. It marked his third season of surpassing all other batters in the league. Scoring 692 runs in the 2019 season, including a remarkable century, he displayed outstanding form. Despite departing early for Australia's World Cup preparatory camp, Warner guided his team to the Indian T20 2019 playoffs.
2020 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
KL Rahul
In the 2016 Indian T20 season, KL Rahul showcased incredible form, amassing 670 runs in 14 matches, including an unbeaten century. Despite his outstanding performance, his team, the Punjab Kings, failed to qualify for the playoffs that season. He became the first Indian batter since 2016 to claim the Orange Cap after Virat Kohli.
2021 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Ruturaj Gaikwad
Ruturaj Gaikwad emerged as a standout talent discovered by the Indian T20. Despite being an uncapped Indian player before the Indian T20 2021 season, he outperformed batters with international experience. Gaikwad showcased his prowess by scoring 635 runs in 16 innings, including an unbeaten century against the Rajasthan Royals. Following Robin Uthappa, he became only the second batsman ever to secure both an Orange Cap and an Indian T20 trophy in the same season.
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2022 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Jos Buttler
The 2022 Indian T20 season was truly remarkable for Jos Buttler. Scoring 863 runs, he became the second batsman after Kohli to surpass the 800-run mark and secure the Orange Cap. Buttler also matched Virat Kohli's record for the most centuries in a season. With his exceptional form, he led his team to the final, where Gujarat emerged victorious against the Rajasthan Royals.
2023 Indian T20 Orange Cap Winner
Shubman Gill
Subhman Gill has become the latest addition to the esteemed roster of all-time Orange Cap winners in the Indian T20. His phenomenal performance in the 2023 Indian T20 season saw him amass an impressive 890 runs in 17 innings. Gill's dominance throughout the Indian T20 season was evident as he notched up three centuries. Securing the Orange Cap with the second-highest runs tally in an Indian T20 season, he was only surpassed by Virat Kohli's 2016 record. Gill's exceptional batting form played a crucial role in guiding the Gujarat Titans to the final.
Summing Up
In this comprehensive overview of the Indian T20 2024 Orange Cap winners from 2008 to 2024, we've witnessed the evolution of cricketing brilliance over the years. From Shaun Marsh's inaugural triumph to Subhman Gill's recent stellar performance, each season has brought forth new heroes and unforgettable moments.
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