As the 15th edition of the Indian Premier League is going to begin on March 26, the curiosity doubles as the fans are waiting to see the best batsmen perform at the crease. The sensational tournament that began in 2008 always achieved new milestones setting new benchmarks for itself each season. Considered to be the most popular award – Orange Cap – is again going to be the much-sought-after the IPL batsmen would be looking for. Along with the IPL trophy, there is always a race among the players to score more to reach this award. Over the last 14 seasons, different players have won the Orange Cap in the tournament. Here in this article, we will look at the winners of Orange Cap across all 14 seasons. From 2008 – 2021.
Orange Cap In IPL 2008 List
Former Australian Opener Shaun Marsh of Kings Eleven Punjab won the Orange Cap in 2008. He scored 616 runs in 11 matches with a strike rate of 139.68.
In the complete season, he scored 5 half-centuries and 1 century. His highest score was 115 runs in the tournament.
IPL Orange Cap 2009 List
Another Former Aussie opener Mathew Hayden won the Orange Cap for Chennai Super Kings in 2009. He scored a total of 572 runs in 12 matches with a strike of 144.81.
In the complete season, he scored 5 half-centuries with the highest score of 89 in the tournament.
Orange Cap Holder In IPL 2010
Wildly known as ‘Master Blaster’ in the world, Sachin Tendulkar won the Orange Cap for Mumbai Indians in 2010. He scored 618 runs with a strike rate of 132.61 in 15 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 5 half-centuries with the highest of 89 runs in the 3rd edition of IPL.
IPL 2011 Orange Cap List
One of the most aggressive batters in the world of all time, Former West Indian batter Chris Gayle won the Orange Cap for Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2011. He scored 608 runs with a mesmerizing strike rate of 183.13 in 12 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 3 half-centuries and 2 centuries with the highest score of 107 runs in the tournament.
Orange Cap In IPL 2012
Once Again in the 5th edition of the tournament, the explosive West Indian batter showed his power-hitting ability to the world and won the Orange Cap for Royal Challengers consecutively for the 2nd time. He scored 733 runs with a strike rate of 160.74 in 14 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 7 half-centuries and 1 century with the highest score of 128 in the season.
Orange Cap List 2013
Another Australian batter who marked his presence in the world’s best cricket league, Michael Hussey won the orange cap for Chennai Super Kings. He scored 733 runs with a strike rate of 129.5 in 17 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 6 half-centuries with the highest of 95 runs in the tournament.
2014 IPL Orange Cap List
Former right-hand Indian batter, Robin Uthappa won the orange cap for Kolkata Knight riders in 2014. He scored 660 runs with a strike rate of 137.78 in 16 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 5 half-centuries with the highest of 83 runs in the tournament.
IPL Orange Cap 2015 List
Left-hand Australian opener, David Warner has impressed everyone in the world with his bat over the years. He won the orange cap for Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2104. He scored 562 runs with a strike rate of 156.54 in 14 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 7 half-centuries with the highest of 91 runs in the tournament.
2016 Orange Cap Winner
One of the best batters in the world of all time, the king ‘Virat Kohli’ won the orange cap for Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2016. He scored 973 runs with a strike rate of 152.03 in 16 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 7 half-centuries and 4 centuries with the highest of 113 runs in the tournament.
IPL Orange Cap List 2017
For the 2nd time in the history of IPL, David warner won the Orange cap playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad. He scored 641 runs with a strike rate of 141.81 in 14 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 4 half-centuries 1 century with the highest of 126 runs in the tournament.
2018 Orange Cap Winner
New Zealand Captain, Kane Williamson won the orange cap in 2018 playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad. He scored 735 runs with a strike rate of 142.44 in 17 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 8 half-centuries with the highest of 84 runs in the tournament.
2019 Orange Cap Winner
For the first time in the history of IPL, a player won the orange cap for the third time. David Warner won the orange cap for Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2019. He scored 692 runs with a strike rate of 143.87 in 12 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 8 half-centuries and 1 century with the highest of 100 runs in the tournament.
IPL 2020 Orange Cap
This explosive Indian batter has been a sensation since began his journey in IPL, KL Rahul won the orange cap playing for Kings Eleven Punjab in 2020. He scored 670 runs with a strike rate of 129.34 in 14 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 5 half-centuries and 1 century with the highest of 132 runs in the tournament.
IPL 2021 Orange Cap
Ruturaj Gaikwad won the orange cap playing for Chennai Super Kings in the 14th season of the Indian Premier League. He scored 635 runs with a strike rate of 136.26 in 16 matches.
In the complete season, he scored 4 half-centuries and 1 century with the highest of 101 runs in the tournament.
FAQs:
- Who is having Orange Cap in IPL 2021?
Ruturaj Gaikwad, a batsman from Chennai Super Kings, was awarded the Orange Cap for the IPL 2021 season. The 24-year-old right-handed batsman registered a total of 635 runs in 16 matches.
2. Who has the most Orange Cap in IPL?
Australian international cricketer, David Warner, has bagged more IPL Orange Caps in his kitty. He has won the award for three times for the IPL seasons held in 2015, 2017, and 2019. For the IPL 2022 season, David Warner is going to play for Delhi Capitals. Earlier, he represented Sunrisers Hyderabad.
3. Who will be given if there is a tie between two batsmen?
If there is a tie between two players in a number of runs, then the batter with the maximum strike rate is given the cap.
4. Why Purple cap is given in IPL?
A purple cap is awarded to the highest wicket-taker of the Indian Premier League edition. The bowler with the most number of wickets for that particular IPL season is announced during the title-winning ceremony held after the final match.
