Winning the Man of the Match (MOM) award in the Indian Premier League is a recognition of a player’s match-winning performance. Over the years, several cricketers have delivered outstanding performances to win this prestigious award multiple times.
Here is the list of players with the most Man of the Match awards in IPL history.
1. AB de Villiers – 25 Awards
The former South African superstar was one of the most destructive batters in IPL history. Playing mainly for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, de Villiers produced numerous match-winning knocks and holds the record for the most Man of the Match awards in the tournament.
2. Chris Gayle – 22 Awards
Known as the “Universe Boss,” Gayle dominated IPL bowlers with his explosive batting for teams like Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings.
3. Rohit Sharma – 19 Awards
One of the most successful captains in IPL history, Rohit has delivered many match-winning performances for Mumbai Indians.
4. David Warner – 18 Awards
Warner was a consistent performer for Sunrisers Hyderabad and remains one of the most prolific run-scorers in IPL history.
5. MS Dhoni – 17 Awards
The legendary captain of Chennai Super Kings has won several Man of the Match awards thanks to his calm finishing and leadership.
6. Yusuf Pathan – 16 Awards
Yusuf Pathan was known for his explosive batting and handy bowling, winning games for Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders.
7. Virat Kohli – 16 Awards
The leading run-scorer in IPL history, Kohli has been the backbone of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for many seasons.
8. Shane Watson – 15 Awards
Watson was one of the most impactful all-rounders in IPL history, winning matches for Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings.
9. Suresh Raina – 14 Awards
Nicknamed “Mr. IPL,” Raina was a consistent performer for Chennai Super Kings and played many crucial innings in pressure situations.
10. Andre Russell – 14 Awards
Russell’s explosive batting and pace bowling have made him a match-winner for Kolkata Knight Riders.
