Which captains have won Player of the Match in IPL playoffs?
The Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs have been a platform for some incredible individual performances over the years. Among the many exciting moments, there have been instances where captains have stolen the show with their exceptional batting or bowling displays. In this blog post, we will take a look at the captains who have won the Player of the Match (POTM) award in the IPL playoffs.
One such example is Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer, who won the POTM award in IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 against Mumbai Indians (MI). Iyer’s unbeaten 87 off 41 balls was the highlight of the match, which helped his team win by 6 wickets. His incredible knock included 10 fours and 5 sixes, showcasing his finesse and power as a batsman.
Another captain who has won the POTM award in the playoffs is Ex-GT captain Hardik Pandya. In IPL 2022, Pandya recorded figures of 3-17 against Rajasthan Royals (RR) and also scored 34 off 30 balls to help his team win by 8 wickets. His all-round performance earned him the POTM award, further solidifying his reputation as a dynamic all-rounder.
Ex-Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain David Warner is another captain who has won the POTM award in the playoffs. In IPL 2016, Warner scored 93* off 58 balls against Gujarat Lions, helping his team win by 8 wickets. His innings included 11 fours and 2 sixes, showcasing his aggressive batting style.
So, who are the other captains who have won the POTM award in the IPL playoffs? Let’s take a look at the list:
- Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 against MI
- Hardik Pandya (Ex-GT) – IPL 2022 against RR
- David Warner (Ex-SRH) – IPL 2016 against Gujarat Lions
- MS Dhoni (CSK) – IPL 2018 Qualifier 2 against SRH
- Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians) – IPL 2017 Qualifier 2 against RCB
- Virat Kohli (RCB) – IPL 2016 Qualifier 1 against MI
These captains have shown their mettle in the playoffs by delivering outstanding performances with both bat and ball. Their ability to motivate their teams and inspire them to victory has been a key factor in their success.
In conclusion, the IPL playoffs have been a platform for captains to showcase their skills and lead their teams to victory. Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya, David Warner, and other captains have won the POTM award in the playoffs by delivering exceptional performances with bat and ball. As the IPL continues to grow and evolve, we can expect to see more captains rising to the occasion and leading their teams to success.
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