2015 IPL Winner, Runner-up, Playing Team, Final Venue

The 2015 Indian Premier League (IPL) was the eighth edition of the tournament and featured high-intensity cricket from all teams. Starting on April 8 and concluding with the grand finale on May 24, 2015, the season saw some of the best performances in IPL history. The final match took place at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata, and featured the mighty Mumbai Indians and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

Mumbai Indians – 2015 IPL Champions

Mumbai Indians (MI), captained by Rohit Sharma, had a dream season and clinched their second IPL title in 2015. After a rocky start to the season, where they lost their first four matches, Mumbai turned things around with stunning consistency to reach the final. In the title clash against Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai dominated with both bat and ball.

In the final, Mumbai Indians were put in to bat by CSK and posted a massive score of 202/5 in their 20 overs. Lendl Simmons (68 off 45) and skipper Rohit Sharma (50 off 26) were the top contributors, setting up the perfect platform for a big total. Kieron Pollard (36 off 18) and Ambati Rayudu (36 off 24) provided the finishing touch, ensuring MI posted a competitive total.

Mumbai’s bowlers then delivered a clinical performance. Despite a strong lineup, Chennai Super Kings could only manage 161/8 in their 20 overs, falling 41 runs short of the target. Mitchell McClenaghan and Lasith Malinga were the stars with the ball, picking up crucial wickets and maintaining tight pressure throughout CSK’s chase. Rohit Sharma was awarded the Player of the Match for his fantastic all-round captaincy and half-century.

Chennai Super Kings – The Runners-up

Chennai Super Kings, led by MS Dhoni, were once again one of the most dominant teams in the tournament. They finished at the top of the table and entered the final as the favorites to clinch their third IPL title. However, in the final, CSK’s bowling unit couldn’t restrict Mumbai to a manageable score, and their batting lineup failed to keep up with the demanding chase.

Dwayne Smith was the highest scorer for Chennai, with 57 off 48 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup struggled to find momentum. Despite MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina being in the team, the chase never looked promising, and the pressure got the better of the CSK batsmen.

The Final Showdown

• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Mumbai Indians: 202/5 (20 overs)
• Chennai Super Kings: 161/8 (20 overs)
• Winning Margin: Mumbai Indians won by 41 runs

Prize Money

• Mumbai Indians (Winners): ₹15 crore
• Chennai Super Kings (Runners-up): ₹10 crore

Teams Participating in the 2015 IPL

The 2015 IPL featured eight teams:

1. Mumbai Indians (Champions)
2. Chennai Super Kings (Runners-up)
3. Royal Challengers Bangalore
4. Rajasthan Royals
5. Sunrisers Hyderabad
6. Delhi Daredevils
7. Kolkata Knight Riders
8. Kings XI Punjab

Conclusion

The 2015 IPL season will be remembered for Mumbai Indians’ stunning comeback after a poor start. Rohit Sharma’s brilliant captaincy and key performances from players like Lendl Simmons, Kieron Pollard, and Lasith Malinga were instrumental in Mumbai’s triumph. For Chennai Super Kings, the defeat was disappointing, but they once again showcased why they are one of the most consistent teams in IPL history. This edition further cemented the IPL’s reputation as one of the most competitive T20 leagues in the world.