IPL is a high-profile tournament with all teams equally capable of winning the title. A lot of things are needed to be done right behind the scenes in the planning process. 

A lot of thinking happens for a T20 match and the captain is one of the most crucial people and one who takes the final decision. A lot depends on how a captain reacts to situations that arise on the field and how he takes the game forward. 

As we near Tata IPL 2022, let’s have a look at the best five captains in the history of IPL

5) Adam Gilchrist 

The Australian legend played IPL from 2008 to 2013 during which he captained two franchises – Deccan Chargers and King XI Punjab. Adam Gilchrist won 35 IPL matches in his captaincy, including the 2009 season title for Deccan Chargers. 

4) Virat Kohli 

The name needs no introduction. Virat Kohli has been with Royal Challengers Bangalore since 2008 and was first made the franchise captain in 2011. Kohli has captained RCB to a win in 64 IPL matches. However, he hasn’t been able to win an IPL title even once; RCB’s best finish has been the IPL finals. 

3) Gautam Gambhir 

Another Indian legend who has been absolutely masterful with his tactics. Gautam Gambhir won 71 matches through his captaincy for two different teams – Delhi Daredevils and Kolkata Knight Riders. Even though Delhi didn’t get an IPL title, KKR won twice under Gambhir – in 2012 & 2014. 

2) Rohit Sharma 

Rohit Sharma is one of the most successful captains in IPL history. Rohit has led Mumbai Indians to five IPL titles ever since he became the captain of the franchise in 2013. In total, Rohit has won 75 matches in IPL with his captaincy. 

1) MS Dhoni 

Whenever the term captaincy is used, the first name that comes to mind is MS Dhoni. The Indian legend has led an IPL franchise in 13 out of 14 IPL seasons that have happened so far. He has led Chennai Super Kings to four IPL titles and most IPL finals. Dhoni, in total, has won 121 matches with his captaincy.