IPL Orange Cap Winners: Who will win the IPL Orange Cap 2023?
by Alaguvelan M
Updated Mar 31, 2023
IPL - Indian Premier League
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a popular men's Twenty20 (T20) cricket league held annually in India, founded by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in 2007. The league comprises ten teams based in seven cities and three states of India and has an exclusive window in the ICC Future Tours Programme, meaning that international cricket does not take place during that time. The IPL is the most popular cricket league in the world, with a brand value of ₹90,038 crore (US$11 billion) in 2022, and has contributed significantly to the Indian economy. The league has completed fifteen seasons, with the Gujarat Titans as the current title holders, winning the 2022 title in their first season. Zee Entertainment Enterprises provided funding for the establishment of the Indian Cricket League (ICL) in 2007. However, the BCCI and the International Cricket Council (ICC) did not recognize the ICL, and the BCCI was unhappy with its committee members joining the ICL executive board. To prevent players from joining the ICL, the BCCI raised the prize money in its domestic tournaments and imposed lifetime bans on players who joined the ICL, which was regarded as a rebel league by the board.
Who will win the IPL Orange Cap 2023?
In IPL 2023, the player who scores the highest number of runs in the tournament will be awarded the prestigious Orange Cap along with a cash prize of Rs. 10 Lakhs. Although there is always an element of uncertainty in such matters, there are certain players who are highly likely to be contenders for the IPL Orange Cap and we have listed below some of these players.
Virat Kohli
Regarded as one of the best batsmen in the world, Virat Kohli is a former captain of the Indian cricket team. His fans lovingly call him "King Kohli," a nickname he has earned through his incredible performances on the field. Kohli made his IPL debut with the Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise and has since then scored a total of 6,624 runs at an average of 36.19 in the tournament's fifteen seasons. He has 5 centuries and 44 half-centuries to his name, making him the IPL's all-time leading run-scorer. In 2016, Kohli won his first-ever Orange Cap, after scoring a record-breaking 973 runs.
Jos Buttler
During IPL 2022, Jos Buttler proved to be the top performer for Rajasthan Royals, securing the orange cap by scoring a whopping 863 runs throughout the season. His remarkable batting prowess included the scoring of four centuries and was a pleasure to witness. Jos Buttler is undeniably one of the most thrilling cricket players, with 2831 runs amassed over 82 matches, a near 150 strike rate, and an average of 40. He has already achieved five centuries and 15 half-centuries. Jos Buttler is expected to be a strong contender in the race for the orange cap in IPL 2023 and may win it again.
David Warner
With three orange cap victories already under his belt (in 2015, 2017, and 2019) all while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad, David Warner is undoubtedly a strong candidate to win the prestigious award again in the upcoming season. The Delhi Capitals demonstrated their faith in him by acquiring him in the IPL 2022 mega auction, and he delivered by scoring a remarkable 432 runs, the highest for the franchise. David has amassed 5881 runs in 206 matches, with an impressive average of 42 and a strike rate nearing 141, including four centuries and 55 half-centuries. He is likely to be among the top contenders for his fourth orange cap in the next season.
KL Rahul
KL Rahul is widely regarded as one of the most dependable batsmen in the IPL, scoring nearly 600 runs in each of the last four seasons. He has an impressive record of 3889 runs in 109 IPL matches, with an average of 48 and a strike rate of over 136, comprising four centuries and 31 half-centuries. KL Rahul is an experienced captain who knows how to win and will aim to bring that mindset to Lucknow Super Giants in the forthcoming season. He has demonstrated significant progress throughout his career and is among the leading contenders to secure the orange cap in the IPL 2023 edition.
Quinton de Kock
Quinton de Kock has been a part of five different franchises in the IPL across nine seasons, having played 92 matches. He has scored 2764 runs in 92 innings, with an impressive strike rate of 133.91, including 19 half-centuries and a couple of centuries. In the years between 2019 and 2022, he has crossed the 500-run mark thrice. His contribution with the bat was vital in helping Mumbai Indians secure back-to-back titles in 2019 and 2020. In IPL 2022, De Kock's exceptional performance was highlighted by his personal best score of 140 not out against Kolkata Knight Riders. The Lucknow franchise secured the services of Quinton de Kock for Rs 6.75 Cr during the IPL Auction 2023.
IPL Orange Cap Winners
The Orange Cap is considered the most prestigious award for any batsman in the Indian T20 League. Since its inception along with the league in 2008, only a few players have had the honor of claiming the Orange Cap. Scroll down to know who is the Orange Cap Winners from 2008 to now.
Year
Winner
Team
Matches
Runs
Strike Rate
2022
Jos Buttler
Rajasthan
17
863
149.05
2021
Ruturaj Gaikwad
Chennai
16
635
136.26
2020
KL Rahul
Punjab
14
670
129.34
2019
David Warner
Hyderabad
12
692
143.87
2018
Kane Williamson
Hyderabad
17
735
142.44
2017
David Warner
Hyderabad
14
641
141.81
2016
Virat Kohli
Bangalore
16
973
152.03
2015
David Warner
Hyderabad
14
562
156.54
2014
Robin Uthappa
Kolkata
16
660
137.78
2013
Michael Hussey
Chennai
16
733
129.5
2012
Chris Gayle
Bangalore
15
733
160.74
2011
Chris Gayle
Bangalore
12
608
183.13
2010
Sachin Tendulkar
Mumbai
15
618
132.61
2009
Matthew Hayden
Chennai
12
572
144.81
2008
Shaun Marsh
Punjab
11
616
139.68
IPL First Match 2023
The Indian Premier League's 16th edition will follow its typical "Home and Away" structure, with ten teams taking part. The tournament is set to begin on March 31 with a match between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans, according to the IPL 2023 Schedule. The toss prediction for the IPL 2023 opening fixture between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings suggests that MS Dhoni has a better track record at winning tosses than Hardik Pandya, but the first game of the season is unpredictable. Gujarat Titans are the clear favorites to win due to playing at their home ground and being more settled than Chennai Super Kings. The powerplay score is expected to be around 40-45, while the first-inning total can be around 160-170. Gujarat Titans have higher betting odds of winning at 1.80, compared to Chennai Super Kings at 2.05. The odds for the toss winner are the same for both teams at 1.90. Wait and see who is the winner of this match.
PL Orange Cap Winners - FAQs
IPL 2023 is scheduled to begin on March 31, 2023.
A total of 10 teams will participate in IPL 2023.
Yes, IPL 2023 will have a mega auction, where all the players will be put up for auction.
Mumbai Indians have won the most IPL titles, with a total of six wins.