The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a franchise-based Twenty20 cricket competition organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The first season took place in 2008. This IPL guide brings together the league's teams, champions, records, rules, player awards and key season information in one place.
The latest completed edition, IPL 2026, ended on 31 May 2026. Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, and retained the title they won in 2025. Read the official IPL final report.
IPL Teams and Champions
Start with the foundational IPL reference pages: the IPL teams list covers the ten current franchises, while the IPL winners list records champions and runners-up from 2008 through 2026. For background on how the tournament developed, read the history of the IPL or browse the IPL teams and home grounds guide.
IPL Player Records and Season Awards
- IPL Orange Cap winners (2008–2026) — each season's leading run-scorer.
- IPL Purple Cap winners (2008–2026) — each season's leading wicket-taker.
- Most runs in IPL history — the all-time career batting leaderboard.
- Most wickets in IPL history — the leading career wicket-takers.
- Highest individual score in IPL — standout batting innings.
- Highest team totals in IPL — the biggest innings totals.
- Most sixes in IPL — career six-hitting records.
- Most centuries in IPL — players with the most hundreds.
- Fastest centuries in IPL and fastest fifties in IPL — record scoring milestones.
IPL Format, Rules and Auction
- IPL format and match rules — overs, teams and the competition structure.
- IPL points system and playoff qualification — points, net run rate and the top-four route to the final.
- IPL Impact Player rule — how a tactical substitute is used.
- IPL auction and player-retention rules — how franchises build squads and how rules change between auction cycles.
Season Results and Updates
For a completed-season snapshot, see the IPL 2026 season review. Schedules, live points tables, squads, captaincy and auction announcements can change from season to season. Check the official IPL website for the latest confirmed releases rather than relying on an undated schedule or a rumour.
How to Use This IPL Guide
Use the records pages for historical comparisons and the rules guides to understand tournament mechanics. Every record should be read with its date and definition: career totals change during a season, current teams can use alternate venues, and award or auction regulations can differ by season. We label the pages with a last-updated date and link to official material where it is available.
Sources and Further Reading
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IPL?
The Indian Premier League is a BCCI-organised franchise Twenty20 cricket competition that began in 2008.
Who won IPL 2026?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the IPL 2026 final.
Where can I find the IPL points table and schedule?
Use the official IPL website for confirmed season schedules, match results and standings. Season-specific pages should be updated only after official information is released.