Orange Cap in IPL – Everything You Need to Know

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a celebration of cricketing excellence and pure entertainment for fans globally. Among the many accolades and honors bestowed upon players in this league, the Orange Cap holds a special place.

Orange Cap is the trophy awarded to the highest run-scorer in each IPL season. It signifies consistency, excellence, and the ability to dominate with the bat.

Check here: Orange Cap Winners List Season-wise

Who holds the record for the most runs in a single IPL season?

The record for the most runs in a single IPL season belongs to Virat Kohli, who scored a remarkable 973 runs in the 2016 season while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Has any player won the Orange Cap more than once?

Yes, Chris Gayle and David Warner have both won the Orange Cap multiple times. Gayle won it in 2011 and 2012, while Warner claimed it in 2015, 2017, and 2019.

Has any player won the Orange Cap in consecutive IPL seasons?

Yes, Chris Gayle achieved this remarkable feat by winning the Orange Cap in both the 2011 and 2012 IPL seasons while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Who holds the record for the highest batting average among Orange Cap winners?

Virat Kohli holds the record for the highest batting average among Orange Cap winners. In the 2016 IPL season, he maintained an incredible batting average of 81.08 while scoring 973 runs for Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Who has won the Orange Cap most times?

David Warner has won the Orange Cap the most times. The Australian Opener has won the Orange Cap in 2015, 2017, and 2019.