IPL Orange Cap Winners: Complete History From 2008 to 2026

The Orange Cap is awarded to the highest run-scorer of each IPL season and has been worn by some of cricket's greatest T20 batters. From Shaun Marsh's inaugural win in 2008 to recent champions, this guide provides the complete Orange Cap winners list with detailed statistical analysis.

Kohli's 973 runs in 2016 remains the single-season record by a massive margin. David Warner has won the Orange Cap three times, more than any other player. Buttler's 863 runs in 2022 included four centuries. The average winning tally has risen from 600 runs in early seasons to 700+ in recent years.

Interestingly, the Orange Cap winner's team has won the IPL title in only 3 of the first 18 seasons. This suggests that individual run-scoring dominance doesn't always translate to team success — balanced contributions across the batting lineup tend to be more effective in winning tournaments.