3 Players In RCB, CSK And MI Squad Who Can Become Orange Cap Winner In IPL 2025

Debashis Sarangi

Virat Kohli is one of the biggest orange cap contenders [Source: IPLT20.com]Virat Kohli is one of the biggest orange cap contenders [Source: IPLT20.com]

To the delight of cricket fans across the globe, the eighteenth season of the Indian Premier League is all set to commence on March 22. Ten formidable teams will cross swords against each other in more than 70 matches for the lucrative trophy. 

As soon as the IPL starts, there will be eyes on some proven performers, who have graced the league with their scintillating batting. As the tournament nears, here are three such players from RCB, MI and CSK who could win the orange cap this season. 

1. Virat Kohli - RCB

Innings
Runs
Average/SR
244800438.67/131.97

(Virat Kohli's IPL stats)

Legendary batter Virat Kohli is in sublime form of late. The veteran cricketer was instrumental in India's remarkable Champions Trophy win, scoring 218 runs at an average of 54.50 and a strike rate of 82.89. 

He is a legendary figure in the Indian Premier League, having amassed 8004 runs at an average of 38.67 and a strike rate of 131.97. Known for his remarkable consistency, Kohli is expected to play a significant role for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2025. 

Kohli has won the orange cap twice in 2016 and 2024 and his recent form makes him one of the favourites to recreate it this year. 

2. Tilak Varma - MI

Innings
Runs
Average/SR
38115639.86/146.33

(Tilak Varma's IPL stats)

Mumbai Indians' swashbuckling batter Tilak Varma has enjoyed stellar success in T20 International cricket. The southpaw has amassed 749 runs at an average of 49.93 and a blistering strike rate of 155.07 in just 24 T20I innings. 

Tilak showcased prolific form in T20 cricket this year, slamming two magnificent centuries against South Africa. He has been a vital cog in Mumbai Indians' IPL setup and might play a pivotal role for the five-time champions, who have a slightly vulnerable top order. 

So, considering Varma's consistency and recent form, we reckon Tilak Varma could be one of the hottest candidates to clinch the orange cap in the IPL 2025. 

3. Ruturaj Gaikwad - CSK

Innings
Runs
Average/SR
65238041.75/136.86

(Ruturaj Gaikwad's IPL stats)

Ruturaj Gaikwad has been the backbone of Chennai Super Kings' batting unit over the years. Gaikwad enjoyed stellar success in the IPL last year, scoring 583 runs at an average of 53 and a strike rate of 141.16. 

He opens the batting and has a knack for anchoring the innings brilliantly in the IPL. With aggressive batters playing around him, Gaikwad will be tasked to bat long and build the innings. So, considering his role and performance over the years, it won't be surprising if Gaikwad ends up winning the orange cap in the IPL 2025.