Mumbai Indians won their maiden title, Pune Warriors India played their last season, Sunrisers Hyderabad debuted, a spot-fixing scandal was unearthed, and Chris Gayle slammed a world record that still stands.
Despite missing the Purple Cap by one wicket, Sunil Narine was named the MVP in his maiden appearance. He also helped Kolkata Knight Riders win their first title.
The IPL added two new teams – Pune Warriors India and Kochi Tuskers Kerala – to their roster in 2011. Chennai Super Kings won their second title.