Fair Play Awards In IPL

CSK has won the fair play award 6 times [iplt20.com]

One of the most unique awards given in the Indian Premier League (IPL) is the fair play awards. It shows that the team has played the game within the rules and has shown sportsmanship throughout the entire season.

There are a set of criterias to determine the fair play award winner. A maximum of 10 points is awarded in a single game by the on-field umpire and the third umpire. At the end of the season, the team with the maximum average points per match is declared the winner. 

16 seasons have gone by and the Chennai Super Kings have won the fair play awards the most times. With the IPL 2024 all set to commence on March 22, we look at all the previous winners of the fair play award.

IPL History - Fair Play Award Winners

Top 3 teams with the most fair play awards

Chennai Super Kings

CSK have won the fair-play awards the most times [iplt20.com]

The 'King of fair play awards', Chennai Super Kings are the epitome of how a team should conduct itself in a mega tournament. The 5-time IPL winners, led by MS Dhoni, have won the fair play award a whopping 6 times. Having a captain cool leading from the front does give CSK an advantage.

Rajasthan Royals

RR have won the fair play awards 3 times [iplt20.com]

The inaugural winners of the IPL, Rajasthan Royals are known as the 'nice guys' of IPL. Throughout the tournament's history, they have had leaders who have led from the front and have shown great sportsmanspirit. The team has won the fair play award 3 times.

Sunrisers Hyderabad/Mumbai Indians

The third most winners of the fair play award is jointly held by the Mumbai Indians and the Sunrisers Hyderabad. The two teams have won the award two times and their former captains - Rohit Sharma and David Warner have a big role to play in it.

IPL Fair Play Awards: Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1. What is fair play award in IPL?

Answer: Teams are given 10 points for each match. Out of which, 4 points are given on the basis of how the teams have adhered to the rules. The rest of the points are on the basis of respect shown towards the opposition and the laws of the game.

Q.2. Has RCB won fair play award?

Answer: No, RCB has not won a fair play award in IPL. They are the only team apart from KKR and LSG to have not won this award.

Q.3. What is MVP award in IPL?

Answer: The Most Valuable Player award is given to the player who has accumulated the most fantasy points in an IPL season. Shane Watson, Sunil Narine and Andre Russell have won the award the most times (2).

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