1. Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans) 

Shubman Gill continues to demonstrate that he is one of the best batters in modern-day cricket. He won the Orange Cap in 2023 and scored freely in 2024 as well. Gill's stroking ability and timing create a good chance for him to be at the top of the rankings again accounted again. Will he pull it off?

2. Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bangalore)

King Kohli is back, and he is hungrier than before! After winning the Orange Cap in 2024, the RCB great has his sights set on back-to-back wins. With over 8,000 IPL runs, he has been a batting machine for years now. Fitness, mental strength, and ability to capitalize on any bowling attack heads him to be a major contender once again. Will Kohli reign supreme amongst the IPL yet again?  

3. Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai Super Kings)

Taking on the captaincy of Chennai Super Kings is itself some excruciating pressure but Ruturaj Gaikwad has shown it was time to put in the hard work. He was the second-highest run-scorer in 2024, and based only on his calm, yet attacking style of play, looks geared to make a run at the pinnacle of leads.

4. Jos Buttler (Gujarat Titans)

Not many players can match the invincible, menacing or destructive batting of Jos Buttler. The former Orange Cap holder is now with the Gujarat Titans, and his unique ability to dismantle bowling attacks makes him a huge threat. If Buttler gets going, bowlers will surely not sleep easy!

5. Yashasvi Jaiswal (Rajasthan Royals)

Quickly becoming one of the most engrossing young batters in the IPL, Yashasvi Jaiswal has proven already that he can take down the very best. His fearless brand of Cricket and consistency at the top places him in serious contention for winning the Orange Cap this season. Has this become Jaiswal's breakout IPL season?

6. Travis Head (Sunrisers Hyderabad)

In the way that Travis Head made a mockery of the competition in the IPL 2024 season was nothing short of extraordinary. There was no doubt he was the HORSEPOWER bat in the batting lineup for SRH playing a decisive role with extreme aggressive nature and with an unprecedented strike rate. If he continues in the same vein, there is literally no ceiling of what he can achieve with the Orange Cap in the IPL!

7. KL Rahul (Delhi Capitals)

A new team, a new story! KL Rahul is now with the Capitals and will definitely be keen to make a statement. He has been one of the more consistent batters in IPL history and could provide serious contention for the Orange Cap if he finds his rhythm quickly. he could be a serious Orange Cap conender.

8. Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians)

The 360° Genius Even though Suryakumar Yadav is regarded as one of the best T20 batters on the planet, he has never yet achieved the Orange Cap! He is a law of the game nightmare for bowlers with his unorthodox but effective styles. If not this IPL season, will 2025 do it for SKY?

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Who will wear the Orange Cap in 2025?

The IPL is unpredictable every season brings new heroes. Will we see a young player take the honors, or will an experienced star once again take home the trophy?

Who do you all think are the favorites for the Orange Cap this season? Let us know your predictions!