Top 10 Most Successful IPL Captains

By Priyanka Roshan | March 28, 2025

From Dhoni to KL Rahul: Top 10 Most Successful IPL Captains

Everyone knows MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma as the most successful IPL captains. But who else ranks in the top 10 for the most wins as a captain? Let’s find out.

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Led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to five IPL titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023) with sharp tactics and calm leadership.

1. MS Dhoni – 133 Wins

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Guided Mumbai Indians (MI) to five IPL titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020), establishing them as one of the most dominant teams.

2. Rohit Sharma – 87 Wins

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Led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to two IPL titles (2012, 2014) with his aggressive and determined leadership.

3. Gautam Gambhir – 71 Wins

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Although he never won an IPL title, his intense leadership helped Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) reach multiple playoffs.

4. Virat Kohli – 66 Wins

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Led Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to their first IPL title in 2016 with aggressive batting and strategic decision-making.

5. David Warner – 40 Wins

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Captained Deccan Chargers (DC) to their first IPL title in 2009 with bold and fearless leadership.

6. Adam Gilchrist – 35 Wins

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Led Rajasthan Royals (RR) to the inaugural IPL title in 2008, showcasing his cricketing brilliance and leadership.

7. Shane Warne – 30 Wins

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Known for his fearless approach, he captained Delhi Daredevils (DD) but never secured an IPL title.

8. Virender Sehwag – 28 Wins

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Led Delhi Capitals (DC) to their first IPL final in 2020 with calm and composed leadership.

9. Shreyas Iyer – 27 Wins

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A rising captain who has led Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) with consistent performances.

10. KL Rahul – 25 Wins

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