IPL 2026 Awards Winners: Complete List of Award Winners, Records, and Season Statistics
The 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League delivered another unforgettable season filled with record-breaking performances, emerging young stars, dramatic playoff clashes, and a successful title defense by Royal Challengers Bengaluru. While RCB lifted the trophy after defeating the Gujarat Titans in the final, several individual performers dominated the headlines throughout the tournament and earned prestigious season awards.
From the Orange Cap and Purple Cap winners to the Most Valuable Player, Emerging Player, Fair Play Award, and specialty performance awards, IPL 2026 showcased excellence across every department of the game.
IPL 2026 Champions and Runners-Up
Royal Challengers Bengaluru created history by successfully defending their IPL title. After winning the championship in 2025, RCB continued their dominance in 2026, defeating the Gujarat Titans in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium.
Champions: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Runners-Up: Gujarat Titans (GT)
RCB's campaign was built on consistent batting performances, experienced bowling, and crucial contributions from senior players. Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, enjoyed a remarkable season and produced some of the tournament's biggest individual performers.
Player of the Match – IPL 2026 Final
Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
Virat Kohli once again delivered on the biggest stage. In the IPL 2026 final, he played a match-winning innings of 75 runs from 42 balls and guided RCB to a successful chase.
Final Match Statistics
- Runs: 75
- Balls Faced: 42
- Fours: 9
- Sixes: 3
- Strike Rate: 178.57
Kohli's innings ensured that Bengaluru chased down Gujarat's total comfortably and secured their second consecutive IPL trophy.
Orange Cap Winner – Most Runs in IPL 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)
The biggest story of IPL 2026 was undoubtedly the rise of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The teenage sensation from Rajasthan Royals produced one of the most explosive batting seasons in IPL history and finished as the tournament's highest run-scorer.
Orange Cap Statistics
- Matches: 16
- Innings: 16
- Runs: 776
- Highest Score: 103
- Average: 48.50
- Strike Rate: 237.30
- Hundreds: 1
- Fifties: 5
Sooryavanshi combined consistency with fearless stroke-play and became the youngest player ever to dominate an IPL season. His strike rate of over 237 highlighted his aggressive approach and ability to change games within a few overs.
Purple Cap Winner – Most Wickets in IPL 2026
Kagiso Rabada (Gujarat Titans)
South African speedster Kagiso Rabada finished the season as the leading wicket-taker and secured the Purple Cap after a closely fought race with RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Purple Cap Statistics
- Matches: 17
- Wickets: 29
- Average: 21.58
- Economy Rate: 9.68
- Best Bowling Figures: 3/25
Rabada's pace, aggression, and ability to strike in crucial moments made him Gujarat Titans' most valuable bowling weapon throughout the tournament. He ultimately overtook Bhuvneshwar Kumar during the final stages of the competition.
Most Valuable Player (MVP) of IPL 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)
The Rajasthan Royals youngster added another major achievement to his incredible season by winning the Most Valuable Player award.
The MVP award recognizes the player who makes the greatest overall impact on the tournament through batting, bowling, fielding, and match-winning contributions.
With 776 runs, a record-breaking strike rate, multiple match-winning knocks, and dominance throughout the season, Sooryavanshi was the clear choice for the honor.
Emerging Player of the Season
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)
The young batting sensation also claimed the Emerging Player award.
While IPL has seen many young stars over the years, very few have made an impact on the scale of Sooryavanshi in 2026. He consistently scored against both pace and spin while carrying Rajasthan Royals' batting lineup during several key matches.
Emerging Player Highlights
- Orange Cap Winner
- MVP Winner
- Record Strike Rate
- One Century
- Five Half-Centuries
His season will be remembered as one of the finest debut campaigns in IPL history.
Super Striker of the Season
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)
The Super Striker award recognizes the batter with the highest strike rate while meeting the tournament's qualification criteria.
Statistics
- Strike Rate: 237.30
- Runs: 776
- Matches: 16
The award reflected his fearless approach and ability to attack bowlers from the very first ball. No batter came close to matching his combination of volume scoring and explosive strike rate.
Super Sixes of the Season
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)
Another award went to the Rajasthan Royals star after he smashed the most sixes during IPL 2026.
Statistics
- Sixes: 72
- Matches: 16
His six-hitting ability became one of the defining features of the season. Whether facing fast bowlers or spinners, Sooryavanshi regularly cleared the boundary and thrilled fans across venues.
On-the-Go Fours of the Season
Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans)
Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan continued his outstanding form from previous seasons and finished as the player with the most boundaries.
Statistics
- Fours: 75
- Matches: 17
- Runs: 722
Sudharsan's elegant stroke-play, timing, and ability to find gaps consistently made him one of the most dependable batters of the tournament. He narrowly missed the Orange Cap but still finished among the leading run-scorers.
Green Dot Ball Award / Most Dot Balls
Mohammed Siraj (Gujarat Titans)
Mohammed Siraj won the award for bowling the highest number of dot balls during the season.
Statistics
- Dot Balls: 172
- Matches: 17
Siraj's ability to build pressure at both ends of an innings helped Gujarat Titans dominate many contests. His accuracy with the new ball and effectiveness in the death overs made him one of the most influential fast bowlers in IPL 2026.
Catch of the Season
Manish Pandey (Kolkata Knight Riders)
Fielding brilliance also received recognition, with Manish Pandey winning the Catch of the Season award.
The veteran Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer produced one of the most spectacular catches of the tournament, showcasing exceptional athleticism and awareness near the boundary rope. The moment quickly became one of the most replayed highlights of IPL 2026.
Fair Play Award
Punjab Kings
Punjab Kings earned the Fair Play Award after maintaining the highest standards of sportsmanship throughout the season.
The award takes into account:
- Respect shown toward umpires
- Conduct of players
- Team discipline
- Spirit of the game
Punjab Kings may not have lifted the trophy, but they finished the season with recognition for their professionalism and positive approach.
Pitch and Ground Award
Cricket Association of Bengal
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA)
The Pitch and Ground Award recognized the venues and associations that delivered the best playing conditions during IPL 2026.
Ground quality, pitch preparation, drainage systems, outfield standards, and overall match experience are considered before selecting the winners.
Both organizations received praise for consistently maintaining world-class conditions throughout the tournament.
Top 5 Run Scorers of IPL 2026
| Rank | Player | Team | Runs | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | 776 | 48.50 | 237.30 |
| 2 | Shubman Gill | GT | 732 | 45.75 | 163.02 |
| 3 | Sai Sudharsan | GT | 722 | 45.13 | 157.98 |
| 4 | Virat Kohli | RCB | 675 | 56.25 | 165.84 |
| 5 | Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | 624 | 48.00 | 160.00 |
These players formed the batting backbone of their respective franchises and consistently delivered throughout the competition.
Top 5 Wicket-Takers of IPL 2026
| Rank | Player | Team | Wickets | Average | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kagiso Rabada | GT | 29 | 21.58 | 9.68 |
| 2 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | RCB | 28 | 17.89 | 7.95 |
| 3 | Jofra Archer | RR | 25 | 22.36 | 9.31 |
| 4 | Rashid Khan | GT | 21 | 24.57 | 9.07 |
| 5 | Anshul Kamboj | CSK | 21 | 25.23 | 10.52 |
The Purple Cap race remained open until the final stages, with Rabada eventually finishing at the top.
IPL 2026 Awards Summary
| Award | Winner | Team | Key Stat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champions | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | RCB | IPL Winners |
| Runners-Up | Gujarat Titans | GT | Finalists |
| Player of the Final | Virat Kohli | RCB | 75 off 42 balls |
| Orange Cap | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | 776 Runs |
| Purple Cap | Kagiso Rabada | GT | 29 Wickets |
| Most Valuable Player | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | Season MVP |
| Emerging Player | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | Breakthrough Season |
| Super Striker | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | SR 237.30 |
| Super Sixes | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | 72 Sixes |
| Most Fours | Sai Sudharsan | GT | 75 Fours |
| Most Dot Balls | Mohammed Siraj | GT | 172 Dot Balls |
| Catch of the Season | Manish Pandey | KKR | Best Catch |
| Fair Play Award | Punjab Kings | PBKS | Best Conduct |
| Pitch & Ground Award | CAB & HPCA | — | Best Venues |
Conclusion
IPL 2026 will be remembered as the season of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The Rajasthan Royals youngster dominated the batting charts, won the Orange Cap, MVP, Emerging Player award, Super Striker award, and Super Sixes award, establishing himself as one of the most exciting talents ever seen in the league. Gujarat Titans' Kagiso Rabada claimed the Purple Cap with 29 wickets, while Sai Sudharsan and Mohammed Siraj earned recognition for their consistency throughout the campaign.
Although individual brilliance lit up the tournament, Royal Challengers Bengaluru once again proved why they were the team to beat. Their successful title defense capped a season filled with unforgettable performances, emerging stars, and historic achievements that added another memorable chapter to IPL history.