Top Teams who have won maximum fair play awards in different Seasons in IPL.
In IPL, maintaining peace between players and upholding the game’s dignity is paramount. Even new players are supposed to play with a purpose in this regard. Hence, Fair Play Award in the IPL is considered significant, and it presents this award to all players and teams who uphold the inherent dignity of the game.
What is a fair play award?
The umpire awards 10 points to the playing team for every match, out of which 4 points are given explicitly to the team that respects the “spirit of the game,” according to the umpire’s opinion.
All-time fair play award winners in IPL history
- 2008 – CHENNAI SUPER KINGS
- 2009 – PUNJAB KINGS
- 2010 – CHENNAI SUPER KINGS
- 2011 – CHENNAI SUPER KINGS
- 2012 – RAJASTHAN ROYALS
- 2013 – CHENNAI SUPER KINGS
- 2014 – CHENNAI SUPER KINGS
- 2015 – CHENNAI SUPER KINGS
- 2016 – SUNRISERS HYDERABAD
- 2017 – GUJARAT LIONS
- 2018 – MUMBAI INDIANS
- 2019 – SUNRISERS HYDERABAD
- 2020 – MUMBAI INDIANS
- 2021 – RAJASTHAN ROYALS
- 2022 – RAJASTHAN ROYALS & GUJRAT TITANS
CHENNAI SUPER KINGS 2008
In 2008, the first season of IPL took place, and the team Super Kings won the Fair Play Award in the same year. The excellent behavior and fair play of the CSK players won the hearts of all.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dxgxok50EfA&pp=ygUYQ0hFTk5BSSBTVVBFUiBLSU5HUyAyMDA4
PUNJAB KINGS (Kings XI Punjab) 2009
During the second season, Punjab Kings won the Fair Play Award. The captain of the Punjab Kings, Kumar Sangakkara, and his team impressed the umpire.
CHENNAI SUPER KINGS 2010, 2011
In 2010 and 2011, Chennai Super Kings won the Fair Play Award twice. The players of Chennai Super Kings have not only showcased their talent with patience.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7crKRwcRKbA&pp=ygUYQ0hFTk5BSSBTVVBFUiBLSU5HUyAyMDEw
RAJASTHAN ROYALS 2012
In 2012, Rajasthan Royals became the team that won the Fair Play Award.
Chennai Super Kings 2013, 2014, 2015,
Chennai Super Kings won the Fair Play Award for the fifth time in 2013, 2014, and 2015. The leadership of CSK captain MS Dhoni was crucial in winning this award, along with the valuable contributions of his players.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2wqh_YFS6w&pp=ygUYQ2hlbm5haSBTdXBlciBLaW5ncyAyMDEz
SUNRISERS HYDERABAD 2016
In 2016, Sunrisers Hyderabad won the Fair Play Award. During this season, the players of SRH maintained the spirit of the game with calm and composed conduct under the captaincy of David Warner.
GUJARAT LIONS 2017
In 2017, Gujarat Lions won the Fair Play Award with overseas players like Aaron Finch, James Faulkner, etc.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5DAKGjrd20&pp=ygUqR3VqYXJhdCBMaW9ucyB3b24gdGhlIEZhaXIgUGxheSBBd2FyZCAyMDE3
MUMBAI INDIANS 2018
Mumbai Indians won their first Fair Play Award in 2018.
SUNRISERS HYDERABAD 2019
In 2019, Sunrisers Hyderabad won the Fair Play Award again. The valuable contributions of the players were significant in winning this award, along with Kane Williamson’s leadership. Williamson’s calm and organized manners on the ground were also noteworthy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmEprLPK1sY&pp=ygUYU1VOUklTRVJTIEhZREVSQUJBRCAyMDE5
MUMBAI INDIANS 2020
In 2020, Mumbai Indians became the team to win the Fair Play Award for the second time in 2020.
RAJASTHAN ROYALS 2021
Although Rajasthan may have won the Fair Play Award in 2021, David Warner and Kane Williamson won the hearts of many.
Both players set an example of sportsmanship by fasting during Ramadan with their SRH teammates Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, and others.
RAJASTHAN ROYALS & GUJARAT TITANS 2022
In 2022, Rajasthan Royals & Gujarat Titans won the Fair Play Award.
Final Words
The spirit of the game keeps it alive, and such awards encourage teams to adhere to it. Chennai Super Kings have received the most Fair Play Awards in the history of IPL. The biggest secret behind their success is their captain Dhoni, who leads the team as a good leader and is renowned for his worldwide calmness. It is remarkable to see Dhoni’s influence on the team.
