Which team was the first to win back-to-back IPL titles?

Chennai Super Kings were the first team to win back-to-back IPL titles. They won the 2010 final against Mumbai Indians and successfully defended the trophy by defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2011 final.

The 2011 title was secured on 28 May at Chennai, where CSK scored 205 for 5 and beat RCB by 58 runs. Murali Vijay was named Player of the Match after making 95 from 52 balls. Captain MS Dhoni led Chennai through both championship campaigns.

CSK’s achievement was especially significant because the previous champions had failed to retain their titles: Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural 2008 season, while Deccan Chargers took the 2009 crown. Chennai remained the only team to win consecutive IPL seasons until Mumbai Indians repeated the feat in 2019 and 2020. The distinction concerns consecutive IPL championships, not consecutive final appearances.