IPL Trump Cards — The Ultimate Cricket Card Comparison Game
Test your cricket knowledge with 120 real IPL player cards across all 10 teams. Compare authentic statistics, pick your best attribute, and battle the computer in this free-to-play browser game.
120 Player Cards — 10 IPL Teams — 3 Game Modes — 100% Free
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How It Works
Step 1: Draw Your Card
A random IPL player card is dealt to you from the deck of 120 cards. Each card features a real IPL player with their authentic statistics from the IPL records.
Step 2: Pick Your Stat
Study your card's stats carefully. Choose the stat you think will beat your opponent — batting strike rate, runs, economy, wickets, and more.
Step 3: Compare and Win
The opponent's card is revealed! The higher stat wins the round (lower for economy rate). Build streaks, track your win rate, and beat your personal best.
Game Statistics Used
- Batting Strike Rate (SR) — Runs scored per 100 balls faced. Higher is better. Formula: (Runs / Balls Faced) × 100.
- Total Runs — Career IPL runs scored. Higher is better. Measures overall batting contribution.
- Bowling Economy Rate (Econ) — Runs conceded per over bowled. Lower is better. Formula: Runs Conceded / Overs Bowled.
- Total Wickets — Career IPL wickets taken. Higher is better. Measures bowling effectiveness.
- Matches Played — Total IPL matches played. Higher is better. Indicates experience and consistency.
- Catches Taken — Total catches in IPL career. Higher is better. Measures fielding contribution.
The Golden Rule: Economy Rate is the only stat where LOWER wins. For all other stats, the HIGHER value wins the round.
Game Modes
Easy Mode
Any player vs any player. No time limit. Perfect for learning the game and understanding player stats. Random matchups, no timer, great for beginners.
Hard Mode
Role-matched battles only. Batsman vs batsman, bowler vs bowler. Requires deeper cricket knowledge. Strategic picks with fair comparisons.
Expert Mode
10-second timer to choose your stat. If time runs out, a random stat is picked. For true cricket experts who can make quick decisions under pressure.
Card Rarity System
- Legendary — IPL icons and all-time greats. The most powerful cards in the game.
- Epic — Match-winners and game-changers with exceptional abilities.
- Rare — Key performers who make a difference in crucial matches.
- Common — Solid squad players with reliable stats. Great foundation cards.
All 10 IPL Teams
- Mumbai Indians (MI) — 12 player cards including Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Tim David, Dewald Brevis, Tilak Varma, Piyush Chawla, Kumar Kartikeya, Arjun Tendulkar, Jason Behrendorff, Nehal Wadhera
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) — 12 player cards including MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ravindra Jadeja, Matheesha Pathirana, Deepak Chahar, Shivam Dube, Moeen Ali, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana, Rachin Ravindra, Ajinkya Rahane
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) — 12 player cards including Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, Mohammed Siraj, Yash Dayal, Rajat Patidar, Suyash Prabhudessai, Cameron Green, Reece Topley, Anuj Rawat, Manoj Bhandage, Himanshu Sharma
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) — 12 player cards including Shreyas Iyer, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Mitchell Starc, Venkatesh Iyer, Varun Chakravarthy, Nitish Rana, Rinku Singh, Phil Salt, Harshit Rana, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy
- Delhi Capitals (DC) — 12 player cards including Rishabh Pant, David Warner, Axar Patel, Anrich Nortje, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Marsh, Prithvi Shaw, Ishant Sharma, Lalit Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel
- Rajasthan Royals (RR) — 12 player cards including Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, Riyan Parag, Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Ravichandran Ashwin, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Avesh Khan, Navdeep Saini, Sandeep Sharma, Nandre Burger, Dhruv Jurel
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) — 12 player cards including Travis Head, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Pat Cummins, Marco Jansen, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Reddy, Sanvir Singh, Mayank Markande, Prasidh Krishna, Shahbaz Ahmed
- Punjab Kings (PBKS) — 12 player cards including Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Rahul Chahar, Nathan Ellis, Rishi Dhawan, Harpreet Brar, Prabhsimran Singh
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) — 12 player cards including KL Rahul, Quinton de Kock, Marcus Stoinis, Mark Wood, Ravi Bishnoi, Krunal Pandya, Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, Deepak Hooda, Mohsin Khan, Naveen ul Haq, Devdutt Padikkal
- Gujarat Titans (GT) — 12 player cards including Shubman Gill, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Shami, David Miller, Wriddhiman Saha, Rahul Tewatia, Vijay Shankar, Noor Ahmad, Sai Kishore, Joshua Little, Darshan Nalkande, Sai Sudharsan
Strategy Tips
- Know Your Player Roles: Batsmen dominate in Strike Rate and Runs. Bowlers excel in Economy Rate and Wickets. All-rounders are balanced but rarely top any single category.
- The Economy Rate Trap: Economy Rate is the only stat where lower wins. If your player has a low economy rate (under 7.5), it's often a winning pick against batsmen who may have high or no economy stats.
- Legendary Cards Are Not Unbeatable: A Common bowler's economy rate can beat a Legendary batsman's economy rate. Rarity indicates overall strength, not guaranteed wins.
- Matches Played Is the Safe Pick: When unsure, Matches Played is often a reliable stat for experienced players. Veterans like MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli have 200+ matches.
- Watch the Role in Hard Mode: In Hard Mode, you'll face role-matched opponents. A batsman vs batsman matchup means Strike Rate and Runs become crucial stats.
- Expert Mode Speed: In Expert Mode, you have only 10 seconds. Develop quick pattern recognition — glance at the highest stat first and pick it if it looks strong.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IPL Trump Cards?
IPL Trump Cards is a free browser-based cricket card comparison game featuring 120 real IPL players across 10 teams. Players compare real IPL statistics like batting strike rate, runs, wickets, economy rate, and more to win rounds.
How do you play IPL Trump Cards?
Draw a card, study your player's stats, pick the stat you think will beat your opponent, and the higher value wins. Economy rate is reversed — lower is better. The game has 3 difficulty modes: Easy, Hard, and Expert.
Is IPL Trump Cards free to play?
Yes, IPL Trump Cards is 100% free to play. No registration, no downloads, no in-app purchases. Just open the website and start playing instantly.
What stats are used in IPL Trump Cards?
The game uses real IPL statistics including Batting Strike Rate, Total Runs, Bowling Economy Rate, Total Wickets, Matches Played, and Catches Taken.
What are the game difficulty modes?
Easy Mode: Random matchups with no timer. Hard Mode: Role-matched battles (batsman vs batsman, bowler vs bowler). Expert Mode: 10-second timer to choose your stat under pressure.
Which IPL teams are included?
All 10 IPL teams: Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, and Gujarat Titans. Each team has 12 player cards.
Do I need to create an account?
No. IPL Trump Cards requires no registration, no login, and no personal information. Just visit the website and start playing immediately.
Can I play on mobile?
Yes, IPL Trump Cards is fully responsive and works on all devices — desktop, tablet, and mobile phones. The game adapts to any screen size.
Are the player statistics real?
Yes, all player statistics are based on real IPL career data including batting averages, strike rates, bowling economy, wickets, and fielding records.
What is the card rarity system?
Cards are classified into four tiers: Legendary (IPL icons), Epic (match-winners), Rare (key performers), and Common (solid squad players). Higher rarity generally means stronger overall stats.
About IPL Trump Cards
IPL Trump Cards was born from a simple idea: combine the nostalgia of classic trump card games with the excitement of IPL cricket. Every cricket fan has debated which player is better — now you can settle those debates with real statistics.
Our mission is to create the most engaging, educational, and entertaining cricket card game on the web. We believe that learning about cricket statistics should be fun, accessible, and free for everyone.
Our Values
- Authenticity: Every stat on every card comes from verified IPL records.
- Accessibility: Free forever, no paywalls, no registration barriers.
- Education: Learn cricket analytics through gameplay.
- Community: Built for cricket fans, by cricket fans.
Blog — Cricket Strategy and Tips
Mastering the Economy Rate Strategy
Economy rate is the most misunderstood stat in IPL Trump Cards. While every other stat rewards higher values, economy rate flips the script — lower is better. Learn how to exploit this unique mechanic to dominate your opponents.
Top 10 Legendary Cards Ranked
Not all Legendary cards are created equal. We rank the top 10 most powerful Legendary cards in IPL Trump Cards based on their overall stat profiles and versatility across different game modes.
Hard Mode Strategy Guide
Hard Mode introduces role-matching, which completely changes the meta. When a batsman faces a batsman, the stat choices narrow dramatically. Here's how to adapt your strategy for role-matched battles.
Expert Mode: Surviving the 10-Second Timer
Expert Mode's 10-second timer transforms IPL Trump Cards from a thoughtful strategy game into a high-pressure reflex challenge. Learn the quick-scan technique to make winning decisions under pressure.
Understanding Player Roles in Trump Cards
Batsmen, bowlers, all-rounders, and wicket-keepers each have distinct stat profiles that affect your strategy. Understanding these profiles is key to consistent wins.
Contact Us
Have a question, found a bug, want to suggest a feature, or noticed a stat that needs updating? We'd love to hear from you.
Email: support@ipltrumpcards.com
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