Top 10 IPL Teams With Most Wins (Updated 2026 List)

Written By: Sanjay Thomas
Published: April 16, 2026

Mumbai Indians lead the all-time IPL most wins tally with 151 victories in 277 matches.

They share the record for most IPL titles (five each) with Chennai Super Kings. Since 2008, the Indian Premier League has witnessed 18 thrilling seasons of T20 cricket.

This guide covers every team’s win record, title history, and key statistics. Whether you want to know which franchise dominates the league stage or who has the best win percentage, you will find all the answers here.

Complete IPL Team Win Statistics (All-Time)

Here is the definitive breakdown of every IPL team’s win record since the tournament began in 2008.

TeamPlayedWonLostTiedWin %Titles
Mumbai Indians277151122454.51%5
Chennai Super Kings253142108156.12%5
Kolkata Knight Riders265135124450.94%3
Royal Challengers Bengaluru271132132348.70%1
Punjab Kings263119139445.24%0
Delhi Capitals266118140544.36%0
Rajasthan Royals236114115448.30%1
Sunrisers Hyderabad1969398447.44%1
Gujarat Titans603723061.66%1
Lucknow Super Giants583027051.72%0

1. Mumbai Indians: The Most Successful IPL Team

The Mumbai Indians sit at the top of the IPL wins list with 151 victories. No other franchise has won as many matches in IPL history.

Mumbai Indians
Source: Mumbai Indians

Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, MI won all five of their titles in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020. That is a remarkable streak of dominance.

Key Mumbai Indians Stats

MI have played in all 18 IPL seasons since 2008. They reached 11 playoffs and won five of them.

Their largest victory came against the Delhi Daredevils. MI won that match by a massive 146 runs, still an IPL record.

Fun fact: MI has won more matches than any team, yet CSK actually has a better win percentage. Cricket loves throwing these curveballs.

2. Chennai Super Kings: Win Percentage Kings

Chennai Super Kings may have fewer total wins (142), but their 56.12% win percentage is the best among teams with 100+ matches.

Chennai Super Kings
Source: Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Led by MS Dhoni, CSK have been the model of consistency. They reached the playoffs 12 times in just 16 seasons. Remember, they were suspended for two years (2016-17) due to a betting scandal.

Chennai Super Kings Title Wins

CSK clinched their IPL trophies in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023. The 2023 victory was particularly sweet, making Dhoni the joint-most successful IPL captain with Rohit Sharma.

Dhoni holds the record for most matches played in IPL history with 278 appearances.

CSK’s loyal fanbase, the Yellow Army, has watched their team finish outside the playoffs only four times. That consistency is genuinely remarkable.

3. Gujarat Titans: Highest Win Percentage in IPL History

Here is a stat that will surprise many. Gujarat Titans have the highest win percentage in IPL history at 61.66%.

Gujarat Titans
Source: NDTV Sports

GT joined the league in 2022 and won the title in their very first season. Only the Rajasthan Royals had achieved this before them (2008).

In just 60 matches, they have 37 wins and have reached the playoffs three times in four seasons. Their aggressive brand of cricket under Hardik Pandya’s initial captaincy set new benchmarks.

Small sample size? Perhaps. But GT has proven themselves as genuine contenders every season.

4. Kolkata Knight Riders: Three-Time Champions

Kolkata Knight Riders rank third in total wins with 135 victories. They have won three IPL titles in 2012, 2014, and 2024.

Kolkata Knight Riders
Source: NDTV Sports

The 2024 title ended a decade-long drought for KKR. They demolished Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final, chasing down 114 in just 10.3 overs.

KKR Records and Achievements

KKR holds the record for most consecutive wins in a single IPL season. They won nine matches in a row during their 2014 championship campaign.

Sunil Narine has been their x-factor for years. He has taken 192 wickets in the IPL, the third-highest all-time.

The Eden Gardens fortress in Kolkata remains one of the most intimidating venues in T20 cricket. KKR’s home record there has been exceptional.

5. Royal Challengers Bengaluru: First Title in 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their 18-year wait for an IPL trophy in 2025. They beat the Punjab Kings in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Source: Royal Challengers Bengaluru

RCB have 132 wins in 271 matches. Their win percentage of 48.70% sits exactly in the middle, with equal wins and losses.

Virat Kohli holds almost every major IPL batting record. He has scored 8,661 runs, hit 8 centuries, and 62 half-centuries.

His 973 runs in 2016 remain the most runs scored by any player in a single IPL season. RCB fans waited 18 seasons, but when the trophy finally came, it meant everything.

IPL Title Winners: Complete List (2008-2025)

Eight franchises have lifted the IPL trophy so far. Here is the complete year-wise breakdown of every champion and runner-up.

YearChampionRunner-upVenue
2008Rajasthan RoyalsChennai Super KingsMumbai
2009Deccan ChargersRoyal Challengers BangaloreJohannesburg
2010Chennai Super KingsMumbai IndiansMumbai
2011Chennai Super Kings (2)Royal Challengers BangaloreChennai
2012Kolkata Knight RidersChennai Super KingsChennai
2013Mumbai IndiansChennai Super KingsKolkata
2014Kolkata Knight Riders (2)Punjab KingsBengaluru
2015Mumbai Indians (2)Chennai Super KingsKolkata
2016Sunrisers HyderabadRoyal Challengers BangaloreBengaluru
2017Mumbai Indians (3)Rising Pune SupergiantHyderabad
2018Chennai Super Kings (3)Sunrisers HyderabadMumbai
2019Mumbai Indians (4)Chennai Super KingsHyderabad
2020Mumbai Indians (5)Delhi CapitalsDubai
2021Chennai Super Kings (4)Kolkata Knight RidersDubai
2022Gujarat TitansRajasthan RoyalsAhmedabad
2023Chennai Super Kings (5)Gujarat TitansAhmedabad
2024Kolkata Knight Riders (3)Sunrisers HyderabadChennai
2025Royal Challengers BengaluruPunjab KingsAhmedabad

IPL Teams Without a Title

Two teams from the original eight franchises are still waiting for their maiden IPL trophy: Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings.

Delhi Capitals: Still Searching

Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) have 118 wins in 266 matches. Their 44.36% win percentage is the lowest among current franchises.

They came closest to glory in 2020, reaching the final where they lost to the Mumbai Indians. Since then, consistent playoff qualification has eluded them.

The franchise has rebranded, changed captains multiple times, and invested heavily. Yet the elusive trophy remains just that, elusive.

Punjab Kings: The Nearly Men

Punjab Kings (formerly Kings XI Punjab) have been in the league since day one. They have 119 wins but only three playoff appearances in 18 seasons.

Their 2014 season was magical. Glenn Maxwell scored 552 runs, and PBKS reached the final. They lost to KKR, and it has been heartbreak ever since.

In 2025, they reached the final again after 11 years. RCB broke their hearts once more. Punjab fans know suffering, but they keep showing up.

Defunct IPL Teams and Their Records

Five franchises have played in the IPL but no longer exist. Here is what they achieved before departing.

TeamSeasonsPlayedWonBest ResultWin %
Deccan Chargers5 (2008-12)7529Champions (2009)38.66%
Rising Pune Supergiant2 (2016-17)3015Runner-up (2017)50.00%
Gujarat Lions2 (2016-17)30133rd (2016)43.33%
Pune Warriors India3 (2011-13)46128th (2013)26.08%
Kochi Tuskers Kerala1 (2011)1468th (2011)42.85%

Deccan Chargers remain the only defunct team to win an IPL title. Adam Gilchrist’s explosive batting led them to glory in 2009.

IPL Head-to-Head Records: Key Rivalries

Some IPL rivalries have defined the tournament. The MI vs CSK matchup is the most anticipated clash every season.

MI vs CSK: El Clásico of IPL

The Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings rivalry is cricket’s biggest T20 clash. They have met in finals four times, with MI winning three of those encounters.

Both teams have five titles each. Both have legendary captains in Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni. Every match between them feels like a final.

The 2019 final was decided by one run. MI won, and CSK fans still debate that last-ball dismissal. That is what great rivalries are made of.

IPL Playoff Appearances by Team

Playoff consistency separates good teams from great ones. Here is how each franchise has performed in reaching the knockout stages.

TeamSeasons PlayedPlayoffsConversion %
Chennai Super Kings161275%
Mumbai Indians181161%
Royal Challengers Bengaluru181056%
Kolkata Knight Riders18844%
Rajasthan Royals16744%
Sunrisers Hyderabad13754%
Delhi Capitals18633%
Gujarat Titans4375%
Punjab Kings18317%
Lucknow Super Giants4250%

CSK’s 75% playoff conversion rate is exceptional. They missed the playoffs only four times, and two of those seasons they were suspended.

Notable IPL Team Records

Beyond wins and titles, teams have created memorable records throughout IPL history.

Highest Team Totals in IPL

Sunrisers Hyderabad hold the record for the highest team total. They scored 287/3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2024.

That match at Chinnaswamy Stadium saw both teams combine for 549 runs, the highest match aggregate in IPL history.

Lowest Team Totals in IPL

On the flip side, RCB holds an unwanted record. They were bowled out for just 49 against KKR in 2017. That remains the lowest team total in IPL history.

RCB fans have seen both extremes. Their team has scored 263 and been bundled out for 49. That is RCB cricket for you.

Largest Victory Margins

Mumbai Indians registered the largest victory by runs in IPL history. They beat the Delhi Daredevils by 146 runs in 2017.

The largest victory by balls remaining came when MI chased down a target with 87 balls to spare against KKR. When MI clicks, they really click.

Most Successful IPL Captains

Team success often reflects captaincy quality. Two captains stand above the rest in IPL history.

CaptainTeam(s)MatchesWinsTitles
MS DhoniCSK/RPS2351365
Rohit SharmaMI158875
Virat KohliRCB143661
Gautam GambhirDD/KKR129712
David WarnerDD/SRH83401

MS Dhoni has captained more matches than anyone in IPL history. His 235 matches and 136 wins as captain are both records.

Rohit Sharma achieved his five titles in fewer matches (158), making him statistically more efficient in converting seasons into trophies.

Key Takeaways: IPL Most Wins Summary

The Mumbai Indians have won the most matches (151) in IPL history. They share the record for most titles (5) with Chennai Super Kings.

Gujarat Titans have the highest win percentage (61.66%) among all teams, though they have played just four seasons.

CSK’s 56.12% win percentage is the best among teams with 100+ matches. Their consistency across 16 seasons remains unmatched.

Eight franchises have won the IPL trophy. Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings are the longest-serving teams without a title.

RCB ended their 18-year wait in 2025, proving that patience eventually pays off in cricket.

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Mumbai Indians have the Most Wins In The IPL (151)

The IPL’s most wins statistics tell the story of franchise dominance over 18 seasons. Mumbai Indians lead with 151 victories, while CSK’s consistency keeps them at 142 wins with a better percentage.

New franchises like the Gujarat Titans have disrupted the hierarchy with impressive early performances. Meanwhile, clubs like the Punjab Kings continue their quest for a maiden title.

As IPL 2026 unfolds, these numbers will shift. But one thing remains constant: the league’s ability to produce thrilling cricket and memorable moments for millions of fans across India and beyond.

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