IPL 2015: Tournamenent Recap

A Tale of Two Halves: IPL 2015

The eighth season of the Indian Premier League was a story of dramatic contrasts. It's remembered for one of the greatest comebacks in the tournament's history, the dominance of individual superstars, and pivotal off-field events that would reshape the league's future.

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Champions

Mumbai Indians

Their second IPL title, won after losing their first four matches of the season.

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Orange Cap (Most Runs)

David Warner

562 Runs for Sunrisers Hyderabad

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Purple Cap (Most Wickets)

Dwayne Bravo

26 Wickets for Chennai Super Kings

The Comeback Kings: Mumbai's Road to Redemption

Mumbai Indians' 2015 campaign is a legendary tale of resilience. From the bottom of the table after four straight losses, they engineered a spectacular turnaround to lift the trophy. This section chronicles their journey from despair to glory.

The Abyss: 4 Straight Losses

The season started disastrously. Losses to KKR, KXIP, RR, and CSK left MI winless and at the bottom of the table. Critics wrote them off, and their campaign seemed over before it began.

The Catalysts: Simmons & McClenaghan

Injuries to key players became a blessing in disguise. Lendl Simmons (540 runs) provided top-order stability, while Mitchell McClenaghan (18 wickets) added a vital aggressive edge to the bowling attack.

The Spark: Hardik Pandya Arrives

A young debutant, Hardik Pandya, embodied MI's new fearless spirit. His match-winning 21* off 8 balls against CSK at their Chepauk fortress was a defining moment, smashing 3 sixes in an over to seal an impossible win.

The Winning Streak: "You. Do. Not. Write. Us. Off."

With momentum on their side, MI won 7 of their next 8 games, storming into the playoffs. This incredible run built an aura of invincibility and forged the team's modern identity as "slow starters" who thrive under pressure.

The Pinnacle: Champions

Mumbai carried their unstoppable form through the playoffs, defeating CSK twice – first in Qualifier 1 and then decisively in the final at Eden Gardens by 41 runs to claim their second IPL title.

Tournament Dashboard

Explore how the eight teams fared during the competitive league stage. The chart below visualizes the wins and losses, while the table provides the final standings. Click on a team's bar in the chart to see a summary of their season.

Team Season Summary

Click on a team's bar in the chart to view a summary of their 2015 campaign here.

Pos	Team	Pld	W	L	Pts	NRR

Player Spotlight

While team effort wins championships, individual brilliance defines a season. This section highlights the players who dominated the 2015 IPL with their exceptional performances with bat and ball.

Most Valuable Player

Andre Russell

Kolkata Knight Riders

Emerging Player

Shreyas Iyer

Delhi Daredevils

Highest Score

AB de Villiers

133* for RCB

Best Bowling

Ashish Nehra

4/10 for CSK

Top 5 Run Scorers

Top 5 Wicket Takers

The Knockout Gauntlet

The playoffs distilled the season's drama into four high-stakes matches. Explore the path to the final and see how the top four teams battled for the ultimate prize. Click on a match to see the result.

Qualifier 1
MI vs CSK

Eliminator
RCB vs RR

Qualifier 2
CSK vs RCB

FINAL
MI vs CSK