Most Successful Captains In IPL



MS Dhoni comes first as the most successful skipper in IPL history [x.com]MS Dhoni comes first as the most successful skipper in IPL history [x.com]

In Indian Premier League, where cricket meets entertainment, the role of a captain stands paramount. Beyond just leading the team on the field, captains in the IPL are tasked with navigating through the ebbs and flows of this dynamic format, making tactical decisions, and inspiring their troops to glory. 

Over the years, certain individuals have emerged as the torchbearers of success, etching their names in IPL history through their leadership prowess. As the IPL 2025 season concludes with a thrilling chapter, it's worth reflecting on the most successful captains the tournament has witnessed.

In this article, let's check out the most successful captains in IPL history. 

Most successful captain in IPL history

Captain
Team(s)
Matches
Wins
Losses
Win %
MS DhoniCSK, RPS2331359657.93%
Rohit SharmaMI158876756.32%
Gautam GambhirKKR, DC129715755.42%
Shane WarneRR55302455.45%
David WarnerSRH, DC83404149.39%
Virat KohliRCB143667048.56%
Shreyas IyerDC, KKR, PBKS82463256.09%
Sachin TendulkarMI51302158.82%
Adam GilchristDC, KXIP74353947.29%
Steve SmithRR, RPS43251759.52%
Virender SehwagDC, KXIP53282453.77%

FAQs: Most Successful Captain in IPL

Q.1. Who is the No. 1 IPL captain?

Ans. Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni is widely regarded as the No. 1 IPL captain in the history of the tournament. Using his calmness and strategic prowess, Dhoni has led CSK to the joint-most IPL titles (5).  

Q.2. Which captain has the most IPL titles?

Ans. Former Indian captains MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma share the title of captain with the most IPL trophies. Both leaders have triumphed in the title five times each. 

Q.3. Who will captain RCB in 2025?

Ans. Rajat Patidar led the Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their maiden IPL title in 2025. 

Q.4. Who is the most successful captain in IPL?

Ans. CSK’s Thala, MS Dhoni, is the most successful captain in the IPL, with a total of 131 wins out of 221 matches.