Which Franchise Has Won Most T20 Titles In History?

Chennai Super Kings and MI New York [Source: @SergioCSKK and @mipaltan/X.com]

T20 cricket is taking the world by storm. With leagues popping up in different countries and players becoming global stars, fans everywhere are tuning in to watch their favorite teams battle it out.

But have you ever wondered: Which T20 franchise has won the most trophies across all leagues in the world? Not just in one league like the IPL, but in all the leagues their men’s and women’s teams play in?

Let’s find out which franchise has dominated world cricket the most when it comes to winning trophies. Here’s a breakdown of the Top 3 Most Successful T20 Franchises in the World, based on total titles won across different leagues.

Mumbai Indians (MI) - 13 Titles

The Mumbai Indians (MI) are not just the joint-most successful team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with 5 titles, but they have also built a strong presence around the globe. With sister teams in South Africa, the USA, the UAE, and even in England’s Hundred, MI is a global T20 powerhouse.

They’ve also made their mark in women’s cricket, winning 2 titles in the Women’s Premier League (WPL).

MI Trophy Cabinet: Total: 13 Titles

Their global strategy has clearly paid off. No other T20 franchise has won more titles across so many leagues.

2. Knight Riders Franchise – 7 Titles

Coming in second is the Knight Riders group, led by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL. The Knight Riders also own Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), and both men’s and women’s teams have brought home silverware.

Knight Riders Trophy Breakdown:

• IPL Titles (KKR): 2 (2012, 2014), plus a third win recently in 2024 – 3 titles
• CPL Titles (Trinbago Knight Riders): 3 (2017, 2018, 2020)
• Women’s CPL Title: 1 (2022)

Total: 7 Titles

The Knight Riders brand is one of the strongest in the T20 world, combining success on the field with major popularity off it.

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3. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) – 7 Titles

Tied with the Knight Riders in terms of trophies, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are another giant in T20 cricket. They are known for their consistency and loyalty to their core players, led by legendary captain MS Dhoni.

CSK Trophy List:

• IPL Titles: 5 (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023)
• Champions League T20: 2 (2010, 2014)

Total: 7 Titles

Unlike MI and the Knight Riders, CSK does not yet have multiple global teams. Their entire success has come mainly from the IPL and the now-defunct Champions League T20. 

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