The Indian premier league has been making summers awesome since 2008. Well, we had an extraordinary <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/5-pakistan-cricketers-who-can-earn-big-if-allowed-for-ipl-2021-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a> last year, because of the Covid-19 pandemic. But, since it arrived in 2008, it has been a platform where every sector of cricket has gained something. A special thanks to the BCCI for creating an awesome league!

If we list down the historic moments in the sport, well IPL will make it to the list. Close encounters, a mega stage for teenagers to showcase their talents, support staff consisting of legends who have shaped the game, and returning cricketers who have a shot at redemption make it the most exciting league in the world. Speaking frankly, IPL has no competition from domestic leagues right now. The next best tournament is the Big Bash League, which had to implement some changes to make it an exciting league!

Initially, there were eight teams in the inaugural season and later on, two teams were added. But, due to financial issues, the franchises representing Kochi and Pune were terminated. But, have you ever wondered who was the best player for a particular franchise?

List of team-wise one best cricketer of all-time in IPL history-

8. Delhi Capitals &#8211; Amit Mishra

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-230731" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Amit-Mishra.jpg" alt="Amit Mishra" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-230731" class="wp-caption-text">Amit Mishra. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

The <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-rcb-trade-in-daniel-sams-harshal-patel-from-delhi-capitals/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Delhi Capitals</a> have witnessed every possible scenario of the Indian Premier League. During the fourteen years, they have managed to get into the playoffs, finish at the bottom of the table, and get stuck mid-way in the table. Initially, they had a power-packed batting line up. With the likes of a young David Warner, Virender Sehwag, Gautam Gambhir, AB de Villiers, and T.M. Dilshan, they were the strongest team during the initial seasons.

However, the best performer in the history of the team is Amit Mishra. The leg spinner stood out for the team during the crucial phases of the game and was a phenomenal performer. However, a strong Indian line-up meant that the leggie was never given enough chances. In a team boasting of star batsmen, Mishra wins the race which enables him to be the best player to represent Delhi.

In the lucrative tournament, he has claimed 160 wickets with an economy rate of 7.34. A strike rate of 19.75 for a spinner in the shortest format of the game speaks of his character and grit. Apart from that, he has taken a five-wicket haul, with the best bowling figures of 5/17.

7. Rajasthan Royals- Shane Warne

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-296475" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Shane-Warne-Rajasthan-Royals.jpg" alt="Shane Warne Rajasthan Royals" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-296475" class="wp-caption-text">Shane Warne Rajasthan Royals. (Photo by Tom Shaw/Getty Images)</figcaption>

The winners of the inaugural season had deified every odds. With a team comprising of unknown faces and few aging superstars of the game, nobody had expected Rajasthan to win. Well, this turnaround happened because of a mastermind named Shane Warne. The Australian superstar guided a weak team to glory during the first season of the IPL.

Since then, the Royals have had a rollercoaster ride. They tried every trick out of the permutations and combinations book, but nothing worked. Even after picking up the best overseas combination, they finished at the bottom of the table. Therefore, their best player is none other than Shane Warne! Till now, the leg spinner has been mentoring the youngsters at the Royals camp.

In his IPL career, he has taken 57 wickets in four seasons. With the best bowling figures of 4/21, he was the most effective bowler for the Royals. In 2008, he took 19 wickets with the best bowling figures of 3/19. Talking about his career economy rate, he had an economy rate of 7.27, which is exceptional for a leg spinner in the shortest format. Therefore, he makes it to this list as the best player to represent Rajasthan Royals.

6. Kings XI Punjab &#8211; Glenn Maxwell

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-408067" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Glenn-Maxwell.jpg" alt="Glenn Maxwell" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-408067" class="wp-caption-text">Glenn Maxwell. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

Unfortunately, the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-kings-xi-punjab-retained-released-players-and-purse-remaining-ahead-of-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kings XI Punjab</a> is the most inconsistent team in the history of the IPL. In the thirteen seasons, they have managed to make it to the playoffs only twice. To change their fortune, they have changed their captains for fun. Till now, we have witnessed a shift in captaincy from Yuvraj Singh to K.L. Rahul within thirteen years.

Change is necessary, but a change in the whole squad and captaincy makes things uncomfortable. To be the best player for a team that struggles for most of the season, you have to be the big show. And, according to our analysis, the best player to represent the Kings XI Punjab is none other than the “Big Show”- Glenn Maxwell! If you are underestimating him because of his form, well, have a look at his records during the 2014 season!

The 2014 season witnessed the rise of Kings XI as a strong team. Under the captainship of George Bailey, Kings XI Punjab made it to the finals of edition of IPL for the first time. The main star for them was Glenn Maxwell. He scored 552runs at an average of 32.50 during the season. Apart from that, he smashed every opposition during the group and league phases.

5. Sunrisers Hyderabad &#8211; David Warner

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-459634" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/David-Warner-5.jpg" alt="David Warner" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-459634" class="wp-caption-text">David Warner of SRH. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

The Hyderabad-based franchise was struggling during the 2012 season of the Indian Premier League. Later on, in 2013, they managed to sneak into the playoffs and the Hyderabad-based franchise finished fourth. But, inconsistency amongst the players was concerning the management. But, an auction pick in 2014 changed the team’s fortune!

During the 2014 IPL auctions, the SRH management decided to pick the Australian batsman David Warner. In 2014, Warner scored 528 runs at an average of 48 during the whole season. Well, for the Sunrisers fans, they had picked their leader in the form of Warner. Within a couple of years, Warner was named as the captain of the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Since 2014, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/she-absolutely-loves-it-virat-kohli-gives-his-signed-jersey-to-david-warners-daughter-indi-rae/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Warner</a> has scored more than 500 runs in every season he has played. Under his captaincy, the Sunrisers clinched the IPL trophy. During the 2016 season, Warner scored runs for fun as he amassed 848 runs with a strike rate of 151.42. Well, if we have a look at his consistency, he is the best in business. Therefore, Warner makes this list as the best player for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

4. Kolkata Knight Riders- Sunil Narine

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-454953" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Sunil-Narine-2.jpg" alt="Sunil Narine" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-454953" class="wp-caption-text">Sunil Narine. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

Every IPL fan will remember KKR as the team which ignited the spark that made IPL the biggest T20 league in the world. However, for KKR, some mediocre performances during the first four seasons of the IPL meant that they needed a change in their playing eleven. During the 2012 IPL auctions, the management picked up a mystery bowler and that guy became the biggest name in T20 cricket for over six years! Well, you might have guessed it, he is <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/sunil-narine-and-wife-anjellia-blessed-with-a-baby-boy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sunil Narine!</a>

Narine was effective from the word to go. In his first season, he picked 24 wickets as no batsman except Suresh Raina managed to pick him up. During that season, he took a fifer as his best bowling figures read 5/19. This was just the beginning, later on, in the next three seasons, he picked up more than 20 wickets as the KKR managed to win the IPL trophy two times in three years.

If Sunil’s bowling efforts were not enough, his KKR captain Gautam Gambhir promoted him up the order to play some lofted shots. In the 2017 season, he made 224 runs with a strike rate of 172.30. As he was given the freedom to slog, he took the full opportunity and smashed the bowlers all around the park.

3. Royal Challengers Bangalore- Virat Kohli

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-461138" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Virat-Kohl.jpg" alt="Virat Kohli" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-461138" class="wp-caption-text">Virat Kohli. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

RCB’s history is more of a typical Indian daily series. More of a masala type, they have done the impossible by reaching the finals of the 2016 edition of the IPL. But, on the other side, they have performed poorly even when they had star cricketers in their squad. The two things on which they should be proud are their fans and their star batsman Virat Kohli.

While most of the fans follow the Royal Challengers Bangalore because of Virat Kohli and AB de Villers, they often get disappointed because of their team’s performance. But, the brand name and skillset of the Indian captain is enough to keep the candle of hope ignited in their fan’s hearts. The ICC Cricketer of the decade is by far, the best player to ever represent the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Every season, RCB disappoints as a team, even Kohli does, as a captain though! But, when we talk about his batting, he is the best batsman in this era.

He has amassed 5878 runs in his IPL career and has a strike rate of 130.73. During the 2016 IPL season, he was unbeatable, he scored runs for fun. His run tally during the 2016 IPL season is 973 runs with a strike rate of 152.03. Virat single-handedly dragged a dead RCB team into the finals. However, a middle-order collapse ensured that they fell short during the crucial stage of the game. Therefore, Virat Kohli, for his heroic efforts is the best player for the Royal Challengers Bangalore.

2. Mumbai Indians- Lasith Malinga

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-409040" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Lasith-Malinga.jpg" alt="Lasith Malinga" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-409040" class="wp-caption-text">Lasith Malinga. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)</figcaption>

The 2020 season of the IPL was highly competitive. While all the teams fought for their place in the playoffs, one team remained dominant throughout the tournament. Hailed as the strongest T20 team ever, the Mumbai Indians is the most successful team in the history of the IPL. They were able to clinch the trophy four times within nine years. The most important man behind this success is none other than Lasith Malinga.

The Sri Lankan was the kernel of the bowling lineup. With multiple fast bowlers operating around him, he could take wickets whenever the team needed him to produce a magical spell. He has been part of the Mumbai Indians squad since the 2009 edition of the IPL. During the 2008 season, he took 18 wickets with an economy rate of 3/11. For other teams, Malinga was the most destructive bowler in the Mumbai lineup.

If we talk about his IPL career, he has taken 170 wickets with an economy rate of 7.14. In a game where the batsman dominates, this is an outstanding record. Apart from that. He has the best bowling figures of 5/13. This makes him the most valuable player for the Mumbai Indians.

1. Chennai Super Kings- M.S. Dhoni

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-452149" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/MS-Dhoni-2.jpg" alt="MS Dhoni" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-452149" class="wp-caption-text">MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

The only team that has managed to come close to the Mumbai Indians in terms of the number of trophies won is Chennai Super Kings. The team is just like the Australian team, they never give up. For most of the seasons, the Chennai-based franchise has had to settle with the second spot. However, their consistency can be measured from the fact that they have managed to win the title three times.

There might be an argument that Suresh Raina is the most important player for the men in yellow. Well, the 2020 season did put up a stamp on that, however, towards the latter half of the tournament, we saw the rise of Ruturaj Gaikwad. Well, who is their best player then? The crown goes to the most prolific Indian captain: Mahendra Singh Dhoni! Apart from captaining a team filled with superstars, he has managed to accumulate 4632 runs.

There was a war during the 2008 IPL auctions as every team tried to pick him. Finally, the Chennai based franchise picked him up and he has been their “Thala” since 2008. Dhoni has a strike rate of 136.75 in the Indian Premier League and has played some iconic innings that defined him as a player. Under his captaincy, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/not-22-9-crore-heres-actual-purse-of-csk-ahead-of-ipl-2021-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CSK</a> managed to defend its title in 2011. And they won the 2018 season after returning to the circuit. Therefore for his brilliant captaincy and ruthless batting, Dhoni is the best cricketer for CSK.

The Indian premier league has been making summers awesome since 2008. Well, we had an extraordinary <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/5-pakistan-cricketers-who-can-earn-big-if-allowed-for-ipl-2021-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a> last year, because of the Covid-19 pandemic. But, since it arrived in 2008, it has been a platform where every sector of cricket has gained something. A special thanks to the BCCI for creating an awesome league!
If we list down the historic moments in the sport, well IPL will make it to the list. Close encounters, a mega stage for teenagers to showcase their talents, support staff consisting of legends who have shaped the game, and returning cricketers who have a shot at redemption make it the most exciting league in the world. Speaking frankly, IPL has no competition from domestic leagues right now. The next best tournament is the Big Bash League, which had to implement some changes to make it an exciting league!
Initially, there were eight teams in the inaugural season and later on, two teams were added. But, due to financial issues, the franchises representing Kochi and Pune were terminated. But, have you ever wondered who was the best player for a particular franchise? 
<h3>List of team-wise one best cricketer of all-time in IPL history-</h3>
<h3>8. Delhi Capitals – Amit Mishra</h3>
<figure id="attachment_230731" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-230731" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-230731" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Amit-Mishra.jpg" alt="Amit Mishra" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-230731" class="wp-caption-text">Amit Mishra. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
The <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-rcb-trade-in-daniel-sams-harshal-patel-from-delhi-capitals/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Delhi Capitals</a> have witnessed every possible scenario of the Indian Premier League. During the fourteen years, they have managed to get into the playoffs, finish at the bottom of the table, and get stuck mid-way in the table. Initially, they had a power-packed batting line up. With the likes of a young David Warner, Virender Sehwag, Gautam Gambhir, AB de Villiers, and T.M. Dilshan, they were the strongest team during the initial seasons.&nbsp;
However, the best performer in the history of the team is Amit Mishra. The leg spinner stood out for the team during the crucial phases of the game and was a phenomenal performer. However, a strong Indian line-up meant that the leggie was never given enough chances. In a team boasting of star batsmen, Mishra wins the race which enables him to be the best player to represent Delhi.
In the lucrative tournament, he has claimed 160 wickets with an economy rate of 7.34. A strike rate of 19.75 for a spinner in the shortest format of the game speaks of his character and grit. Apart from that, he has taken a five-wicket haul, with the best bowling figures of 5/17.&nbsp;

<h3>7. Rajasthan Royals- Shane Warne</h3>
<figure id="attachment_296475" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-296475" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-296475" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Shane-Warne-Rajasthan-Royals.jpg" alt="Shane Warne Rajasthan Royals" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-296475" class="wp-caption-text">Shane Warne Rajasthan Royals. (Photo by Tom Shaw/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
The winners of the inaugural season had deified every odds. With a team comprising of unknown faces and few aging superstars of the game, nobody had expected Rajasthan to win. Well, this turnaround happened because of a mastermind named Shane Warne. The Australian superstar guided a weak team to glory during the first season of the IPL.
Since then, the Royals have had a rollercoaster ride. They tried every trick out of the permutations and combinations book, but nothing worked. Even after picking up the best overseas combination, they finished at the bottom of the table. Therefore, their best player is none other than Shane Warne! Till now, the leg spinner has been mentoring the youngsters at the Royals camp.&nbsp;
In his IPL career, he has taken 57 wickets in four seasons. With the best bowling figures of 4/21, he was the most effective bowler for the Royals. In 2008, he took 19 wickets with the best bowling figures of 3/19. Talking about his career economy rate, he had an economy rate of 7.27, which is exceptional for a leg spinner in the shortest format. Therefore, he makes it to this list as the best player to represent Rajasthan Royals.&nbsp;

<h3>6. Kings XI Punjab – Glenn Maxwell</h3>
<figure id="attachment_408067" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-408067" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-408067" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Glenn-Maxwell.jpg" alt="Glenn Maxwell" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-408067" class="wp-caption-text">Glenn Maxwell. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
Unfortunately, the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-kings-xi-punjab-retained-released-players-and-purse-remaining-ahead-of-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kings XI Punjab</a> is the most inconsistent team in the history of the IPL. In the thirteen seasons, they have managed to make it to the playoffs only twice. To change their fortune, they have changed their captains for fun. Till now, we have witnessed a shift in captaincy from Yuvraj Singh to K.L. Rahul within thirteen years.&nbsp;
Change is necessary, but a change in the whole squad and captaincy makes things uncomfortable. To be the best player for a team that struggles for most of the season, you have to be the big show. And, according to our analysis, the best player to represent the Kings XI Punjab is none other than the “Big Show”- Glenn Maxwell! If you are underestimating him because of his form, well, have a look at his records during the 2014 season!
The 2014 season witnessed the rise of Kings XI as a strong team. Under the captainship of George Bailey, Kings XI Punjab made it to the finals of edition of IPL for the first time. The main star for them was Glenn Maxwell. He scored 552runs at an average of 32.50 during the season. Apart from that, he smashed every opposition during the group and league phases.&nbsp;

<h3>5. Sunrisers Hyderabad – David Warner</h3>
<figure id="attachment_459634" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-459634" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-459634" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/David-Warner-5.jpg" alt="David Warner" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-459634" class="wp-caption-text">David Warner of SRH. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
The Hyderabad-based franchise was struggling during the 2012 season of the Indian Premier League. Later on, in 2013, they managed to sneak into the playoffs and the Hyderabad-based franchise finished fourth. But, inconsistency amongst the players was concerning the management. But, an auction pick in 2014 changed the team’s fortune!
During the 2014 IPL auctions, the SRH management decided to pick the Australian batsman David Warner. In 2014, Warner scored 528 runs at an average of 48 during the whole season. Well, for the Sunrisers fans, they had picked their leader in the form of Warner. Within a couple of years, Warner was named as the captain of the Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Since 2014, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/she-absolutely-loves-it-virat-kohli-gives-his-signed-jersey-to-david-warners-daughter-indi-rae/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Warner</a> has scored more than 500 runs in every season he has played. Under his captaincy, the Sunrisers clinched the IPL trophy. During the 2016 season, Warner scored runs for fun as he amassed 848 runs with a strike rate of 151.42. Well, if we have a look at his consistency, he is the best in business. Therefore, Warner makes this list as the best player for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

<h3>4. Kolkata Knight Riders- Sunil Narine</h3>
<figure id="attachment_454953" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-454953" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-454953" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Sunil-Narine-2.jpg" alt="Sunil Narine" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-454953" class="wp-caption-text">Sunil Narine. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
Every IPL fan will remember KKR as the team which ignited the spark that made IPL the biggest T20 league in the world. However, for KKR, some mediocre performances during the first four seasons of the IPL meant that they needed a change in their playing eleven. During the 2012 IPL auctions, the management picked up a mystery bowler and that guy became the biggest name in T20 cricket for over six years! Well, you might have guessed it, he is <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/sunil-narine-and-wife-anjellia-blessed-with-a-baby-boy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sunil Narine!</a>
Narine was effective from the word to go. In his first season, he picked 24 wickets as no batsman except Suresh Raina managed to pick him up. During that season, he took a fifer as his best bowling figures read 5/19. This was just the beginning, later on, in the next three seasons, he picked up more than 20 wickets as the KKR managed to win the IPL trophy two times in three years.&nbsp;
If Sunil’s bowling efforts were not enough, his KKR captain Gautam Gambhir promoted him up the order to play some lofted shots. In the 2017 season, he made 224 runs with a strike rate of 172.30. As he was given the freedom to slog, he took the full opportunity and smashed the bowlers all around the park.

<h3>3. Royal Challengers Bangalore- Virat Kohli</h3>
<figure id="attachment_461138" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-461138" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-461138" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Virat-Kohl.jpg" alt="Virat Kohli" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-461138" class="wp-caption-text">Virat Kohli. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
RCB’s history is more of a typical Indian daily series. More of a masala type, they have done the impossible by reaching the finals of the 2016 edition of the IPL. But, on the other side, they have performed poorly even when they had star cricketers in their squad. The two things on which they should be proud are their fans and their star batsman Virat Kohli.
While most of the fans follow the Royal Challengers Bangalore because of Virat Kohli and AB de Villers, they often get disappointed because of their team’s performance. But, the brand name and skillset of the Indian captain is enough to keep the candle of hope ignited in their fan’s hearts. The ICC Cricketer of the decade is by far, the best player to ever represent the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Every season, RCB disappoints as a team, even Kohli does, as a captain though! But, when we talk about his batting, he is the best batsman in this era.&nbsp;
He has amassed 5878 runs in his IPL career and has a strike rate of 130.73. During the 2016 IPL season, he was unbeatable, he scored runs for fun. His run tally during the 2016 IPL season is 973 runs with a strike rate of 152.03. Virat single-handedly dragged a dead RCB team into the finals. However, a middle-order collapse ensured that they fell short during the crucial stage of the game. Therefore, Virat Kohli, for his heroic efforts is the best player for the Royal Challengers Bangalore.&nbsp;

<h3>2. Mumbai Indians- Lasith Malinga</h3>
<figure id="attachment_409040" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-409040" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-409040" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Lasith-Malinga.jpg" alt="Lasith Malinga" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-409040" class="wp-caption-text">Lasith Malinga. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
The 2020 season of the IPL was highly competitive. While all the teams fought for their place in the playoffs, one team remained dominant throughout the tournament. Hailed as the strongest T20 team ever, the Mumbai Indians is the most successful team in the history of the IPL. They were able to clinch the trophy four times within nine years. The most important man behind this success is none other than Lasith Malinga.
The Sri Lankan was the kernel of the bowling lineup. With multiple fast bowlers operating around him, he could take wickets whenever the team needed him to produce a magical spell. He has been part of the Mumbai Indians squad since the 2009 edition of the IPL. During the 2008 season, he took 18 wickets with an economy rate of 3/11. For other teams, Malinga was the most destructive bowler in the Mumbai lineup.
If we talk about his IPL career, he has taken 170 wickets with an economy rate of 7.14. In a game where the batsman dominates, this is an outstanding record. Apart from that. He has the best bowling figures of 5/13. This makes him the most valuable player for the Mumbai Indians.&nbsp;

<h3>1. Chennai Super Kings- M.S. Dhoni</h3>
<figure id="attachment_452149" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-452149" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-452149" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/MS-Dhoni-2.jpg" alt="MS Dhoni" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-452149" class="wp-caption-text">MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
The only team that has managed to come close to the Mumbai Indians in terms of the number of trophies won is Chennai Super Kings. The team is just like the Australian team, they never give up. For most of the seasons, the Chennai-based franchise has had to settle with the second spot. However, their consistency can be measured from the fact that they have managed to win the title three times.
There might be an argument that Suresh Raina is the most important player for the men in yellow. Well, the 2020 season did put up a stamp on that, however, towards the latter half of the tournament, we saw the rise of Ruturaj Gaikwad. Well, who is their best player then? The crown goes to the most prolific Indian captain: Mahendra Singh Dhoni! Apart from captaining a team filled with superstars, he has managed to accumulate 4632 runs.&nbsp;
There was a war during the 2008 IPL auctions as every team tried to pick him. Finally, the Chennai based franchise picked him up and he has been their “Thala” since 2008. Dhoni has a strike rate of 136.75 in the Indian Premier League and has played some iconic innings that defined him as a player. Under his captaincy, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/not-22-9-crore-heres-actual-purse-of-csk-ahead-of-ipl-2021-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CSK</a> managed to defend its title in 2011. And they won the 2018 season after returning to the circuit. Therefore for his brilliant captaincy and ruthless batting, Dhoni is the best cricketer for CSK.&nbsp;

The Indian premier league has been making summers awesome since 2008. Well, we had an extraordinary <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/5-pakistan-cricketers-who-can-earn-big-if-allowed-for-ipl-2021-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a> last year, because of the Covid-19 pandemic. But, since it arrived in 2008, it has been a platform where every sector of cricket has gained something. A special thanks to the BCCI for creating an awesome league!
If we list down the historic moments in the sport, well IPL will make it to the list. Close encounters, a mega stage for teenagers to showcase their talents, support staff consisting of legends who have shaped the game, and returning cricketers who have a shot at redemption make it the most exciting league in the world. Speaking frankly, IPL has no competition from domestic leagues right now. The next best tournament is the Big Bash League, which had to implement some changes to make it an exciting league!
Initially, there were eight teams in the inaugural season and later on, two teams were added. But, due to financial issues, the franchises representing Kochi and Pune were terminated. But, have you ever wondered who was the best player for a particular franchise? 
<h3>List of team-wise one best cricketer of all-time in IPL history-</h3>
<h3>8. Delhi Capitals &#8211; Amit Mishra</h3>
<figure id="attachment_230731" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-230731" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-230731" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Amit-Mishra.jpg" alt="Amit Mishra" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-230731" class="wp-caption-text">Amit Mishra. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
The <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-rcb-trade-in-daniel-sams-harshal-patel-from-delhi-capitals/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Delhi Capitals</a> have witnessed every possible scenario of the Indian Premier League. During the fourteen years, they have managed to get into the playoffs, finish at the bottom of the table, and get stuck mid-way in the table. Initially, they had a power-packed batting line up. With the likes of a young David Warner, Virender Sehwag, Gautam Gambhir, AB de Villiers, and T.M. Dilshan, they were the strongest team during the initial seasons. 
However, the best performer in the history of the team is Amit Mishra. The leg spinner stood out for the team during the crucial phases of the game and was a phenomenal performer. However, a strong Indian line-up meant that the leggie was never given enough chances. In a team boasting of star batsmen, Mishra wins the race which enables him to be the best player to represent Delhi.
In the lucrative tournament, he has claimed 160 wickets with an economy rate of 7.34. A strike rate of 19.75 for a spinner in the shortest format of the game speaks of his character and grit. Apart from that, he has taken a five-wicket haul, with the best bowling figures of 5/17. 

<h3>7. Rajasthan Royals- Shane Warne</h3>
<figure id="attachment_296475" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-296475" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-296475" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Shane-Warne-Rajasthan-Royals.jpg" alt="Shane Warne Rajasthan Royals" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-296475" class="wp-caption-text">Shane Warne Rajasthan Royals. (Photo by Tom Shaw/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
The winners of the inaugural season had deified every odds. With a team comprising of unknown faces and few aging superstars of the game, nobody had expected Rajasthan to win. Well, this turnaround happened because of a mastermind named Shane Warne. The Australian superstar guided a weak team to glory during the first season of the IPL.
Since then, the Royals have had a rollercoaster ride. They tried every trick out of the permutations and combinations book, but nothing worked. Even after picking up the best overseas combination, they finished at the bottom of the table. Therefore, their best player is none other than Shane Warne! Till now, the leg spinner has been mentoring the youngsters at the Royals camp. 
In his IPL career, he has taken 57 wickets in four seasons. With the best bowling figures of 4/21, he was the most effective bowler for the Royals. In 2008, he took 19 wickets with the best bowling figures of 3/19. Talking about his career economy rate, he had an economy rate of 7.27, which is exceptional for a leg spinner in the shortest format. Therefore, he makes it to this list as the best player to represent Rajasthan Royals. 

<h3>6. Kings XI Punjab &#8211; Glenn Maxwell</h3>
<figure id="attachment_408067" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-408067" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-408067" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Glenn-Maxwell.jpg" alt="Glenn Maxwell" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-408067" class="wp-caption-text">Glenn Maxwell. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
Unfortunately, the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-kings-xi-punjab-retained-released-players-and-purse-remaining-ahead-of-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kings XI Punjab</a> is the most inconsistent team in the history of the IPL. In the thirteen seasons, they have managed to make it to the playoffs only twice. To change their fortune, they have changed their captains for fun. Till now, we have witnessed a shift in captaincy from Yuvraj Singh to K.L. Rahul within thirteen years. 
Change is necessary, but a change in the whole squad and captaincy makes things uncomfortable. To be the best player for a team that struggles for most of the season, you have to be the big show. And, according to our analysis, the best player to represent the Kings XI Punjab is none other than the “Big Show”- Glenn Maxwell! If you are underestimating him because of his form, well, have a look at his records during the 2014 season!
The 2014 season witnessed the rise of Kings XI as a strong team. Under the captainship of George Bailey, Kings XI Punjab made it to the finals of edition of IPL for the first time. The main star for them was Glenn Maxwell. He scored 552runs at an average of 32.50 during the season. Apart from that, he smashed every opposition during the group and league phases. 

<h3>5. Sunrisers Hyderabad &#8211; David Warner</h3>
<figure id="attachment_459634" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-459634" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-459634" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/David-Warner-5.jpg" alt="David Warner" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-459634" class="wp-caption-text">David Warner of SRH. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
The Hyderabad-based franchise was struggling during the 2012 season of the Indian Premier League. Later on, in 2013, they managed to sneak into the playoffs and the Hyderabad-based franchise finished fourth. But, inconsistency amongst the players was concerning the management. But, an auction pick in 2014 changed the team’s fortune!
During the 2014 IPL auctions, the SRH management decided to pick the Australian batsman David Warner. In 2014, Warner scored 528 runs at an average of 48 during the whole season. Well, for the Sunrisers fans, they had picked their leader in the form of Warner. Within a couple of years, Warner was named as the captain of the Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Since 2014, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/she-absolutely-loves-it-virat-kohli-gives-his-signed-jersey-to-david-warners-daughter-indi-rae/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Warner</a> has scored more than 500 runs in every season he has played. Under his captaincy, the Sunrisers clinched the IPL trophy. During the 2016 season, Warner scored runs for fun as he amassed 848 runs with a strike rate of 151.42. Well, if we have a look at his consistency, he is the best in business. Therefore, Warner makes this list as the best player for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

<h3>4. Kolkata Knight Riders- Sunil Narine</h3>
<figure id="attachment_454953" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-454953" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-454953" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Sunil-Narine-2.jpg" alt="Sunil Narine" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-454953" class="wp-caption-text">Sunil Narine. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
Every IPL fan will remember KKR as the team which ignited the spark that made IPL the biggest T20 league in the world. However, for KKR, some mediocre performances during the first four seasons of the IPL meant that they needed a change in their playing eleven. During the 2012 IPL auctions, the management picked up a mystery bowler and that guy became the biggest name in T20 cricket for over six years! Well, you might have guessed it, he is <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/sunil-narine-and-wife-anjellia-blessed-with-a-baby-boy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sunil Narine!</a>
Narine was effective from the word to go. In his first season, he picked 24 wickets as no batsman except Suresh Raina managed to pick him up. During that season, he took a fifer as his best bowling figures read 5/19. This was just the beginning, later on, in the next three seasons, he picked up more than 20 wickets as the KKR managed to win the IPL trophy two times in three years. 
If Sunil’s bowling efforts were not enough, his KKR captain Gautam Gambhir promoted him up the order to play some lofted shots. In the 2017 season, he made 224 runs with a strike rate of 172.30. As he was given the freedom to slog, he took the full opportunity and smashed the bowlers all around the park.

<h3>3. Royal Challengers Bangalore- Virat Kohli</h3>
<figure id="attachment_461138" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-461138" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-461138" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Virat-Kohl.jpg" alt="Virat Kohli" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-461138" class="wp-caption-text">Virat Kohli. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
RCB’s history is more of a typical Indian daily series. More of a masala type, they have done the impossible by reaching the finals of the 2016 edition of the IPL. But, on the other side, they have performed poorly even when they had star cricketers in their squad. The two things on which they should be proud are their fans and their star batsman Virat Kohli.
While most of the fans follow the Royal Challengers Bangalore because of Virat Kohli and AB de Villers, they often get disappointed because of their team’s performance. But, the brand name and skillset of the Indian captain is enough to keep the candle of hope ignited in their fan’s hearts. The ICC Cricketer of the decade is by far, the best player to ever represent the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Every season, RCB disappoints as a team, even Kohli does, as a captain though! But, when we talk about his batting, he is the best batsman in this era. 
He has amassed 5878 runs in his IPL career and has a strike rate of 130.73. During the 2016 IPL season, he was unbeatable, he scored runs for fun. His run tally during the 2016 IPL season is 973 runs with a strike rate of 152.03. Virat single-handedly dragged a dead RCB team into the finals. However, a middle-order collapse ensured that they fell short during the crucial stage of the game. Therefore, Virat Kohli, for his heroic efforts is the best player for the Royal Challengers Bangalore. 

<h3>2. Mumbai Indians- Lasith Malinga</h3>
<figure id="attachment_409040" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-409040" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-409040" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Lasith-Malinga.jpg" alt="Lasith Malinga" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-409040" class="wp-caption-text">Lasith Malinga. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
The 2020 season of the IPL was highly competitive. While all the teams fought for their place in the playoffs, one team remained dominant throughout the tournament. Hailed as the strongest T20 team ever, the Mumbai Indians is the most successful team in the history of the IPL. They were able to clinch the trophy four times within nine years. The most important man behind this success is none other than Lasith Malinga.
The Sri Lankan was the kernel of the bowling lineup. With multiple fast bowlers operating around him, he could take wickets whenever the team needed him to produce a magical spell. He has been part of the Mumbai Indians squad since the 2009 edition of the IPL. During the 2008 season, he took 18 wickets with an economy rate of 3/11. For other teams, Malinga was the most destructive bowler in the Mumbai lineup.
If we talk about his IPL career, he has taken 170 wickets with an economy rate of 7.14. In a game where the batsman dominates, this is an outstanding record. Apart from that. He has the best bowling figures of 5/13. This makes him the most valuable player for the Mumbai Indians. 

<h3>1. Chennai Super Kings- M.S. Dhoni</h3>
<figure id="attachment_452149" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-452149" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-452149" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/MS-Dhoni-2.jpg" alt="MS Dhoni" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-452149" class="wp-caption-text">MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
The only team that has managed to come close to the Mumbai Indians in terms of the number of trophies won is Chennai Super Kings. The team is just like the Australian team, they never give up. For most of the seasons, the Chennai-based franchise has had to settle with the second spot. However, their consistency can be measured from the fact that they have managed to win the title three times.
There might be an argument that Suresh Raina is the most important player for the men in yellow. Well, the 2020 season did put up a stamp on that, however, towards the latter half of the tournament, we saw the rise of Ruturaj Gaikwad. Well, who is their best player then? The crown goes to the most prolific Indian captain: Mahendra Singh Dhoni! Apart from captaining a team filled with superstars, he has managed to accumulate 4632 runs. 
There was a war during the 2008 IPL auctions as every team tried to pick him. Finally, the Chennai based franchise picked him up and he has been their “Thala” since 2008. Dhoni has a strike rate of 136.75 in the Indian Premier League and has played some iconic innings that defined him as a player. Under his captaincy, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/not-22-9-crore-heres-actual-purse-of-csk-ahead-of-ipl-2021-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CSK</a> managed to defend its title in 2011. And they won the 2018 season after returning to the circuit. Therefore for his brilliant captaincy and ruthless batting, Dhoni is the best cricketer for CSK.

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Team-wise best cricketer of all-time in IPL history

Have you ever wondered who was the best player for a particular franchise in the long history of Indian Premier League (IPL).