The Indian Premier League (IPL) has long been a melting pot of cricketing talent, where seasoned international stars share the dressing room with promising young players.

Among the many exciting aspects of the world’s toughest T20 league, the Emerging Player award stands out. Each season, this honour is bestowed upon a young cricketer who delivers outstanding performances throughout the tournament. Since the league’s inception in 2008, several rising stars have earned this recognition by making a significant impact with their skills and consistency. Let’s look at the list of such players from 2008-25 who got this award.

Here are the list of players who received the Emerging Player award:

1) 2008 – Shreevats Goswami (Royal Challengers Bangalore)

In the inaugural IPL season, wicketkeeper-batsman Shreevats Goswami showcased his potential by scoring 82 runs in 4 matches, earning him the first Emerging Player award. His sharp reflexes behind the stumps and calm batting temperament showed early promise for the young talent.

2) 2009 – Rohit Sharma (Deccan Chargers)

Young Rohit Sharma made significant contributions with 362 runs and 11 wickets in 16 matches, playing a pivotal role in Deccan Chargers’ title-winning campaign. His elegant strokeplay, responsible temperament, and handy bowling spells made him a vital all-rounder for the team.

3) 2010 – Saurabh Tiwary (Mumbai Indians)

Saurabh tiwary impressed with his aggressive batting, scoring 419 runs, including three half-centuries, solidifying his place in the Mumbai Indians (MI) lineup. His fearless strokeplay, ability to accelerate scoring, and handy fielding impressed fans and selectors alike which led to his international callup for India.

4) 2011 – Iqbal Abdulla (Kolkata Knight Riders)

Left-arm spinner Iqbal abdulla emerged as a key bowler for KKR, claiming 16 wickets and providing crucial breakthroughs throughout the season. His control, variation in flight, and tactical bowling were valuable assets during middle overs for the team.

5) 2012 – Mandeep Singh (Kings XI Punjab)

Mandeep Singh led the batting charts for Punjab in 2012, scoring 432 runs with consistent performances, becoming the team’s highest run-scorer that season. He showed good technique, played steady innings, and impressed everyone with his maturity in batting that season.

6) 2013 – Sanju Samson (Rajasthan Royals)

Wicketkeeper batter Sanja Samson made an immediate impact with 206 runs, displaying maturity and flair in his batting and establishing himself as a promising talent for Rajasthan Royals (RR). His stylish strokeplay, confidence under pressure, and composure at the crease marked him as a future star.

7) 2014 – Axar Pale (Kings XI Punjab)

All-rounder Axar Patel delivered with the ball, taking 17 wickets, and contributed valuable runs down the order. He played a crucial role in Punjab’s successful season in 2014. His clever variations, tight bowling, and ability to bat lower down the order added great balance to the squad.

8) 2015 – Shreyas Iyer (Delhi Daredevils)

In his debut season, Shreyas Iyer impressed with 439 runs, including four fifties, showcasing his potential as a future batting stalwart. His aggressive intent combined with sound technique and excellent temperament made him a standout youngster in 2015.

9) 2016 – Mustafizur Rahman (Sunrisers Hyderabad)

Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman became the first overseas player to win the award, taking 17 wickets with an impressive economy rate of 6.90. His deadly cutters, sharp yorkers, and calmness in pressure situations helped SRH clinch their maiden title.

10) 2017 – Time Typical (Lonestort of Lions)

Fast bowler Basil thampi’s raw pace and aggression earned him 11 wickets, marking him as a promising fast-bowling prospect for India. Despite occasional inconsistency, his fearlessness, bounce, and ability to bowl in the death overs stood out.

11) 2018 – Rishabh Pant (Delhi Daredevils)

Rishabh pant had a stellar season, scoring 684 runs, becoming the second-highest run-scorer, and entertaining fans with his explosive batting. His fearless approach, innovative strokeplay, and match-winning ability made him one of the most exciting young talents in 2018.

12) 2019 – Shubman Gill (Kolkata Knight Riders)

Shubman Gill’s elegant stroke play yielded 296 runs, including three fifties, highlighting his class and temperament at the top order. His composed timing and ability to build long innings under pressure impressed cricket experts and fans alike.

13) 2020 – Devdutt Padikkal (Royal Challengers Bangalore)

In his debut season, Devdutt Padikkal emerged as RCB’s leading run-scorer with 473 runs, including five fifties, showcasing his consistency. His ability to build partnerships, elegant strokeplay, and calm presence at the crease brought stability to RCB’s top order.

14) 2021 – Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai Super Kings)

Travel Giikwad clinched the Orange Cap with 635 runs, including four fifties, playing a pivotal role in CSK’s championship-winning campaign. His classical batting style, ability to pace the innings, and composure in high-pressure matches were key to CSK’s success.

15) 2022 – Umran Malik (Sunrisers Hyderabad)

Umran Malik’s express pace thrilled fans as he took 22 wickets, consistently clocking speeds over 150 km/h, making him a standout performer. His raw speed, aggressive bowling, and potential to become India’s next fast bowling sensation gained widespread attention.

16) 2023 – Yashsvi Jaiswal (Rajasthan Royals)

Yashasvi jaiswal had a breakthrough season, amassing 625 runs, including five fifties and a century, establishing himself as a reliable opener. His fearless batting, consistent run-scoring, and maturity beyond his years marked him as a future IPL star.

17) 2024 – Nitish Kumar Reddy (Sunrisers Hyderabad)

All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy contributed significantly with both bat and ball, playing a key role in SRH’s campaign and earning the Emerging Player award. His versatile skills, ability to adapt to various situations, and calmness under pressure impressed coaches and fans.

18) 2025 – Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans)

The latest in the list is Sai Sudharsan. Sudharsan’s consistent performances with the bat were instrumental for Gujarat Titans (GT) in 2025, earning him the Emerging Player award for the 2025 season. His fluent strokeplay, patience, and ability to score under pressure added great value to the team’s batting lineup. Sudharsan scored 759 runs in the season with a strike rate of almost 150.