As the IPL 2025 league phase nears its conclusion, the race for the playoffs is more intense than ever. While teams like Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Mumbai Indians are leading the points table, franchises like Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals, and Punjab Kings remain in strong contention. On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad face near-impossible paths to qualification.
Let’s take a look at the playoff qualification chances of all IPL 2025 teams, based on current standings, remaining fixtures, and net run rate (NRR).
🏏 IPL 2025 Points Table (As of April 30)
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | N/R | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 14 | +0.521 |
| 2 | Mumbai Indians | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 12 | +0.889 |
| 3 | Gujarat Titans | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 12 | +0.748 |
| 4 | Delhi Capitals | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 12 | +0.362 |
| 5 | Punjab Kings | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 11 | +0.177 |
| 6 | Lucknow Super Giants | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 10 | -0.325 |
| 7 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 9 | +0.271 |
| 8 | Rajasthan Royals | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 6 | -0.349 |
| 9 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 9 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 6 | -1.103 |
| 10 | Chennai Super Kings | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 4 | -1.392 |
🔶 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) – 90% Qualification Chance
RCB sit atop the table with 14 points and are strong contenders for the playoffs. Winning even 2 of their remaining 4 matches should all but guarantee a spot. Their solid NRR of +0.521 provides added advantage.
Key Fixtures: vs LSG, KKR, CSK, PBKS
Predicted Finish: Top 2 if momentum continues
Required Wins: At least 2 for a near-certain spot
🔷 Mumbai Indians (MI) – 80% Qualification Chance
Mumbai Indians are in good form with a five-match unbeaten run and a powerful NRR of +0.889. Even two more wins from their remaining matches should secure a playoff berth.
Key Fixtures: vs GT, DC, PBKS, RR
Required Wins: 2 or more
Concern: Any slip-up could make NRR decisive
🟡 Gujarat Titans (GT) – 88% Qualification Chance
Gujarat Titans are among the most balanced sides this season, sitting third with 12 points from just 9 games. Two more wins should ensure qualification, and even one win might do the job if NRR stays intact.
Key Fixtures: vs MI, DC, KKR, LSG, SRH
Strength: High NRR and in-form batting unit
🔵 Delhi Capitals (DC) – 64% Qualification Chance
Delhi Capitals need two wins out of their remaining four matches to stay alive. Their NRR (+0.362) gives them a good buffer. However, back-to-back losses have shaken their momentum.
Key Fixtures: vs GT, MI, KKR, RR
Key Players: KL Rahul, Axar Patel
Playoff Edge: Solid bowling, but must avoid slip-ups
🔴 Punjab Kings (PBKS) – 62% Qualification Chance
PBKS are peaking at the right time. With 11 points and five games left, three wins could do the trick. Four wins almost guarantees a top-four finish.
Key Fixtures: vs CSK, DC, MI, RCB, RR
Challenge: Consistency and closing out tight matches
X-Factors: Arshdeep, Chahal
🟣 Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) – 48% Qualification Chance
LSG are stuck in mid-table with 10 points and must win at least three of their last four games. Their current NRR (-0.325) is a concern and needs a major boost.
Key Fixtures: vs RCB, GT, SRH, KKR
Concern: Batting misfires, especially top-order
Hope: Mayank Yadav’s impact and tactical stability
🟤 Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) – 47% Qualification Chance
Defending champions KKR need at least three wins from their final four fixtures. A decent NRR (+0.271) gives them hope, but inconsistency in the batting order—especially Venkatesh Iyer—could hurt.
Key Fixtures: vs DC, RR, CSK, RCB
Must-Win Games: At least 3 out of 4
Playoff Probability: Decent chance if form holds
🟠 Rajasthan Royals (RR) – 9% Qualification Chance
RR’s only way to reach playoffs is to win all four remaining matches. Their NRR (-0.349) adds further pressure. A recent century by 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi has brought renewed energy.
Key Fixtures: vs PBKS, DC, KKR, MI
Qualification Needs: 4 wins + other teams dropping points
Wildcard Element: NRR swing and surprise upsets
🟡 Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – 6% Qualification Chance
SRH’s playoff hopes are slim. With 6 points from 9 matches, they must win all five remaining games to even have a realistic shot. A poor NRR (-1.103) severely hurts their tie-break chances.
Key Fixtures: vs LSG, GT, MI, RR, PBKS
Upside: In-form players like Travis Head and Harshal Patel
Downside: Weak death bowling and poor consistency
⚪ Chennai Super Kings (CSK) – 6% Qualification Chance
CSK’s playoff scenario is virtually a miracle. They must win all five remaining games to reach 14 points—and even then, their worst-in-league NRR of -1.392 makes qualification unlikely.
Key Fixtures: vs PBKS, RR, KKR, LSG, RCB
Possible Outcome: Even 14 points may not be enough
Outlook: Rebuilding phase with youngsters like Brevis and Mhatre
📌 Summary Table: IPL 2025 Playoff Chances (Updated)
| Team | Points | Matches Left | Qualification Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | 14 | 4 | 90% |
| MI | 12 | 4 | 80% |
| GT | 12 | 5 | 88% |
| DC | 12 | 4 | 64% |
| PBKS | 11 | 5 | 62% |
| LSG | 10 | 4 | 48% |
| KKR | 9 | 4 | 47% |
| RR | 6 | 4 | 9% |
| SRH | 6 | 5 | 6% |
| CSK | 4 | 5 | 6% |
🔎 Related Links
- IPL 2025 Points Table
- Most Runs in IPL 2025 – Orange Cap Leaderboard
- Most Wickets in IPL 2025 – Purple Cap Leaderboard
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