IPL 2025 Awards Recap: Royal Triumphs, Rising Stars, and Records Galore

After 74 high-octane clashes, countless sixes, and edge-of-the-seat thrillers, IPL 2025 has officially signed off with a poetic finish — Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally lifting their maiden IPL trophy. 

In a grand finale against Punjab Kings, spin wizard Krunal Pandya spun magic in Ahmedabad, claiming 2/17 to earn the Player of the Match title. 

The RCB skipper Rajat Patidar held the trophy aloft, etching his name into the franchise’s folklore.

But the IPL isn't just about the final; it’s about the stars who shone consistently across nearly two months of pulsating action. 

Let’s dive into the complete list of IPL 2025 Award Winners — the men who defined the season with bat, ball, and brilliance.

🏆 Full List of IPL 2025 Award Winners

🌟 Most Valuable Player (MVP): Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians)

When SKY is in form, the cricketing world watches in awe. The Mumbai Indians maestro lit up the tournament with 717 runs at a jaw-dropping average of 65 and a strike rate of 168. India's T20I skipper was poetry in motion, balancing innovation and consistency like no other.

🧢 Orange Cap: Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) – 759 runs

The man who made run-scoring look effortless, Sai Sudharsan dominated attacks with six half-centuries and a classy ton. His total of 759 runs guided Gujarat Titans deep into the tournament, and deservedly earned him the Orange Cap.

🎯 Purple Cap: Prasidh Krishna (Gujarat Titans) – 25 wickets

Back after two years, and how! The fiery right-arm pacer found his rhythm, scalping 25 wickets in 15 matches, proving crucial to GT's playoff run and becoming the highest wicket-taker of the season.

🌱 Emerging Player of the Year: Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans)

Sudharsan didn’t just impress — he exploded onto the scene. Already donning the Orange Cap, he also walked away with the Emerging Player honours. His sublime run tally has now catapulted him into India’s Test squad. Future? Very bright.

💥 Super Striker of the Season: Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals) – 206.6 strike rate

A boundary-hitting machine, Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s audacious strokeplay saw him record a strike rate north of 200 — the highest of the season. The Royals unearthed a serious talent.

🎇 Most Sixes: Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow Super Giants) – 40 sixes

If six-hitting is an art, Pooran was the Picasso this season. The Caribbean southpaw cleared the ropes 40 times, thrilling fans with his flair and fearless batting.

🔢 Most Fours: Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) – 88 fours

He didn’t just go big — he was surgical. With 88 boundaries, Sudharsan timed the ball to perfection all season long.

🛡️ Most Dot Balls: Mohammed Siraj (Gujarat Titans) – 151 dot balls

In a format where dot balls are gold, Siraj bowled a treasure trove of them. 151 dot deliveries cemented his role as GT’s pressure-builder-in-chief.

👐 Catch of the Season: Kamindu Mendis (Sunrisers Hyderabad) – vs Dewald Brevis

A moment of pure brilliance. Kamindu Mendis’ airborne effort to dismiss the dangerous Dewald Brevis stunned the crowd — and instantly went viral. A worthy winner.

🤝 Fairplay Award: Chennai Super Kings

Once again, CSK showed that grit and grace can coexist. The five-time champs were honoured for their conduct on and off the field.

📊 Fantasy King of the Season: Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans) – 1495 points

Fantasy cricket's darling! Sudharsan topped the fantasy charts with a whopping 1495 points, rewarding loyal managers across the globe.

Final Word:

IPL 2025 had it all — the thrill of the underdog, the resurgence of veterans, and the rise of the next generation. From Suryakumar Yadav’s fireworks to Sai Sudharsan’s consistency, and from Prasidh’s redemption arc to RCB’s long-awaited glory, it was a season to remember.

See you in 2026. Until then, the IPL hangover stays.