The Indian Premier League has been entertaining the fans since 2008. Every year it comes up with a high-voltage season, which brings the worldwide fans together and cheers for their favourite teams. The IPL 2024 was one of the best seasons to take place. It saw some incredible batting performances which broke all previous records.
Eventually, Kolkata Knight Riders beat Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final to lift their third title. Teams and players recorded some eye-catching batting performances which were not seen previously. From batting prospect, King Kohli went on to bag his second Orange Cap by scoring most runs. This is a special award given to the top scorer of the tournament, and in IPL 2024, it was Virat Kohli.
IPL Orange Cap 2025
As the cricket world eagerly waits for IPL 2025, there’s a lot of buzz about who will be the top performer. This season brings new talent and exciting matchups, with teams looking to improve on last year’s strategies.
Here’s a predicted Orange Cap table for IPL 2025 based on past performances and expected players to shine:
| Rank | Player Name | Team | Matches Played | Runs Scored | Strike Rate | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virat Kohli | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 14 | 760 | 135.4 | 58.46 |
| 2 | Shubman Gill | Gujarat Titans | 14 | 730 | 140.6 | 52.14 |
| 3 | Jos Buttler | Rajasthan Royals | 13 | 695 | 145.2 | 53.46 |
| 4 | KL Rahul | Lucknow Super Giants | 13 | 650 | 138.5 | 50.00 |
| 5 | Suryakumar Yadav | Mumbai Indians | 14 | 625 | 152.0 | 48.07 |
This prediction is based on the players’ consistent performances and strong form in previous IPL seasons. As the tournament progresses, actual statistics will determine the final standings.
Stay tuned as the 2025 season unfolds and new stars rise to the occasion. The journey to the Orange Cap is about to begin, and we can’t wait to see who will capture the spotlight this year!
Who won the Orange Cap in the IPL 2024?
As of today, the excitement around IPL 2025 is already building, but let’s take a moment to look back at the standout performances from IPL 2024. Virat Kohli was one of the top performers last season, securing the prestigious Orange Cap by scoring 741 runs.
Despite initial doubts about his T20 form, Kohli proved his critics wrong with a stellar season. His contributions were crucial in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) making it to the playoffs. After a rough start with only one win in their first eight matches, RCB bounced back with six consecutive wins, thanks in large part to Kohli’s incredible consistency. He finished the season with a total of 741 runs in 15 innings, earning him the Orange Cap for IPL 2024.
List of Top Scorers in the IPL 2024
Here’s a look at the top run-scorers of IPL 2024:
| Player | Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100/50 |
| Virat Kohli (RCB) | 15 | 15 | 741 | 113* | 61.75 | 154.69 | 1/5 |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK) | 14 | 14 | 583 | 108* | 53.00 | 141.16 | 1/4 |
| Riyan Parag (RR) | 16 | 14 | 573 | 84* | 52.09 | 149.21 | 0/4 |
| Travis Head (SRH) | 15 | 15 | 567 | 102 | 40.50 | 191.55 | 1/4 |
| Sanju Samson (RR) | 16 | 15 | 531 | 86 | 48.27 | 153.46 | 0/5 |
| Sai Sudharsan (GT) | 12 | 12 | 527 | 103 | 47.90 | 141.28 | 1/2 |
| KL Rahul (LSG) | 14 | 14 | 520 | 82 | 37.14 | 136.12 | 0/4 |
| Nicholas Pooran (LSG) | 14 | 14 | 499 | 75 | 62.37 | 178.21 | 0/3 |
| Sunil Narine (KKR) | 15 | 14 | 488 | 109 | 34.85 | 180.74 | 1/3 |
| Abhishek Sharma (SRH) | 16 | 16 | 484 | 75* | 32.26 | 204.21 | 03 |
1. Virat Kohli (RCB)
The former RCB captain was at his best in the IPL 2024. He shut down his critics with some exceptional batting display and carried his team on his shoulders. Virat ended up scoring 741 runs in 15 innings at an average of 61.75 and a strike rate of 154.69. He scored one century and 5 half-centuries with 38 sixes in the tournament. He also won the Orange Cap in the IPL 2024.
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2. Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK)
MS Dhoni handed over the captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the IPL 2024, and he justified it with his own performance. CSK missed a chance to qualify for the playoffs, but Gaikwad was brilliant. The CSK captain scored 583 runs in 14 innings at 53 and a strike rate of 141.16, with one century and five half-centuries.
3. Riyan Parag (RR)
The IPL 2024 was a career-changing season for Riyan Parag. His performance helped him to make his debut for India in T20Is. He scored only 500 runs in the previous five seasons. But in the IPL 2024, he alone scored 573 runs at an average and strike rate of 52.09 and 149.21, with four half-centuries.
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4. Travis Head (SRH)
Scoring runs is a different thing, and scoring runs at a quick pace is totally different. And Travis Head showed the different to the world. The Australian opener was unstoppable in group stage and went on to score 567 runs at an average of 40.50 and a strike rate of 191.55. He also scored one century and four half-centuries in the tournament.
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5. Sanju Samson (RR)
Rajasthan Royals finished third in the IPL 2024. Their captain, Sanju Samson, was one of the key reasons. He scored runs in crucial phases and helped his team win a few matches. The RR captain scored 531 runs overall in 16 innings at an average of 48.27 and a strike rate of 153.46, with five half-centuries.
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6. Sai Sudharsan (GT)
Sai Sudharsan went past Sachin Tendulkar’s record for fastest Indian to 1000 IPL runs in 2024. He had an excellent season, and he scored runs consistently. He scored most runs for GT. Sudharsan scored 527 runs in 12 innings at an average of 47.90 and a strike rate of 141.28, with one century and two half-centuries.
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7. KL Rahul (LSG)
The LSG captain KL Rahul has been one of the most consistent scorers in IPL history. And he had another run-scoring season in 2024. He was the top scorer for his team. Rahul scored 520 runs in 14 innings at an average of 37.14, including four half-centuries.
8. Nicholas Pooran (LSG)
Nicholas Pooran has been pretty effective for LSG over the years and showed that in the IPL 2024 as well. The Southpaw was at his hitting best and was the second-highest scorer for the franchise. He scored 499 runs at an average and strike rate of 62.37 and 178.21, with three half-centuries and 36 sixes.
9. Sunil Narine (KKR)
Sunil Narine played a massive role in KKR’s title triumph. The all-rounder did everything for the team. From scoring runs to taking wickets, he was always at his best. Narine played as an opener and scored 488 runs at a strike rate of 180.74 with one century and three half-centuries.
10. Abhishek Sharma (SRH)
Sunrisers Hyderabad made to the final of the IPL 2024 because of some exceptional batting displays from them. Abhishek Sharma was the key batter in that lineup. The Southpaw showed his full range and hit most sixes in the tournament. He ended up scoring 484 runs at an incredible strike rate of 204.21, with 42 sixes.
List of Orange Cap winners (2008-2024)
| Year | Player | Runs | SR | Avg. | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Virat Kohli (RCB) | 741 | 154.7 | 61.75 | 113 |
| 2023 | Shubman Gill (GT) | 890 | 157.8 | 59.33 | 129 |
| 2022 | Jos Buttler (RR) | 863 | 149.05 | 57.53 | 116 |
| 2021 | Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK) | 635 | 136.26 | 45.35 | 101* |
| 2020 | KL Rahul (PBKS) | 670 | 129.34 | 55.83 | 132* |
| 2019 | David Warner (SRH) | 692 | 143.87 | 69.2 | 100 |
| 2018 | Kane Williamson (SRH) | 735 | 142.44 | 58.27 | 84 |
| 2017 | David Warner (SRH) | 641 | 141.81 | 58.27 | 126 |
| 2016 | Virat Kohli (RCB) | 973 | 152.03 | 81.08 | 113 |
| 2015 | David Warner (SRH) | 562 | 156.54 | 43.23 | 91 |
| 2014 | Robin Uthappa (KKR) | 660 | 137.78 | 44 | 83 |
| 2013 | Michael Hussey (CSK) | 733 | 129.5 | 52.35 | 95 |
| 2012 | Chris Gayle (RCB) | 733 | 160.74 | 61.08 | 128 |
| 2011 | Chris Gayle (RCB) | 608 | 183.13 | 67.55 | 107 |
| 2010 | Sachin Tendulkar (MI) | 618 | 132.6 | 47.53 | 89 |
| 2009 | Matthew Hayden (CSK) | 572 | 144.81 | 52 | 89 |
| 2008 | Shaun Marsh (KXIP) | 616 | 139.68 | 68.44 | 115 |
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Shaun Marsh was the first player to win the Orange Cap in 2008. David Warner is the only player to win this award three times, while Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle have won it twice each.
