IPL 2026 Orange Cap Race: Top 10 Predictions and Analysis
Top 10 Contenders
IPL 2026 Orange Cap race promises to be thrilling.
| Rank | Player | Team | 2024 Runs | Predicted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virat Kohli | RCB | 741 | 650-750 |
| 2 | Travis Head | SRH | 567 | 600-700 |
| 3 | Shubman Gill | GT | 426 | 550-650 |
| 4 | Ruturaj Gaikwad | CSK | 583 | 550-650 |
| 5 | Suryakumar Yadav | MI | 502 | 500-600 |
Why Kohli is Favourite
Kohli 2024 season (741 runs at SR 154.6) was his second-best. With Chinnaswamy home advantage, he is the man to beat.
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Past Orange Cap Winners
| Year | Winner | Team | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Virat Kohli | RCB | 741 |
| 2023 | Shubman Gill | GT | 890 |
| 2022 | Jos Buttler | RR | 863 |
| 2016 | Virat Kohli | RCB | 973 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win IPL 2026 Orange Cap?
Virat Kohli is the favourite based on his 2024 form of 741 runs.
What is the Orange Cap?
The Orange Cap is awarded to the highest run-scorer in an IPL season.
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