As the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 approaches its business end, the playoff race has intensified. With seven teams still in contention, the qualification scenarios are becoming increasingly complex. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the standings and each team’s path to the playoffs.
Updated Points Table After Match 55 SRH vs DC
Following the rain-abandoned match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals, the latest points table is as follows:
| Rank | Team | Matches Played (P) | Wins (W) | Losses (L) | No Result (NR) | Net Run Rate (NRR) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0 | +0.482 | 16 |
| 2 | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | +0.376 | 15 |
| 3 | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | +1.274 | 14 |
| 4 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | +0.867 | 14 |
| 5 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | +0.362 | 13 |
| 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | 11 | 5 | 5 | 1 | +0.249 | 11 |
| 7 | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | 11 | 5 | 6 | 0 | -0.469 | 10 |
| 8 | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) (ELIMINATED) | 11 | 3 | 7 | 1 | -1.192 | 7 |
| 9 | Rajasthan Royals (RR) (ELIMINATED) | 12 | 3 | 9 | 0 | -0.718 | 6 |
| 10 | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) (ELIMINATED) | 11 | 2 | 9 | 0 | -1.117 | 4 |
IPL 2025 Playoff
The IPL 2025 playoffs follow a four-match format:
- Qualifier 1 – The top two teams face off, with the winner advancing directly to the final.
- Eliminator – The third and fourth-placed teams battle it out, with the loser eliminated.
- Qualifier 2 – The loser of Qualifier 1 plays the winner of the Eliminator for the second spot in the final.
- Final – The winners of Qualifiers 1 and 2 meet in the grand finale, scheduled to take place in Kolkata.
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Team-Wise Qualification Scenarios
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Remaining matches: vs LSG (away), vs SRH, vs KKR.
- Best case: Wins all three matches, finishes with 22 points.
- Minimum requirement: One more win to reach 18 points, likely securing a top-two finish.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Remaining matches: vs DC, vs MI, vs RR.
- Best case: Wins all three matches, finishes with 21 points.
- Minimum requirement: One more win to reach 17 points, ensuring a playoff berth.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Remaining matches: vs GT, vs PBKS, vs DC.
- Best case: Wins all three matches, finishes with 20 points.
- Minimum requirement: Two wins to reach 18 points, securing qualification.
Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Remaining matches: vs MI, vs DC, vs LSG.
- Best case: Wins all three matches, finishes with 20 points.
- Minimum requirement: Two wins to reach 18 points, ensuring a playoff spot.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Remaining matches: vs PBKS, vs MI, vs GT.
- Best case: Wins all three matches, finishes with 19 points.
- Minimum requirement: Must win at least two matches to stay in contention.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Remaining matches: vs CSK, vs SRH, vs RCB.
- Best case: Wins all three matches, finishes with 17 points.
- Minimum requirement: Needs two wins and favorable results from other teams.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Remaining matches: vs RCB, vs GT, vs SRH.
- Best case: Wins all three matches, finishes with 16 points.
- Minimum requirement: Must win all remaining matches to stay in contention.
Teams Eliminated
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
These teams are mathematically eliminated from playoff contention.
The Race to Playoffs is Intensifying
With seven teams still in the race, the next few matches will be crucial in determining the final four. The net run rate (NRR) will play a significant role if multiple teams finish with the same points. Expect thrilling encounters as teams fight for a spot in the IPL 2025 playoffs.
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