The IPL 2026 points table is taking shape as all teams have played at least seven matches. Following a weekend of record-breaking innings, Punjab Kings continue to dominate the standings, sitting at the top with 13 points and a net run rate (NRR) of +1.333. Royal Challengers Bengaluru occupy the second spot with 10 points from seven games.
Current Top Four
Sunrisers Hyderabad are third, also with 10 points but having played eight matches. The final playoff spot is currently held by Rajasthan Royals, who have 10 points from eight games and an NRR of +0.602.
Teams Outside the Top Four
Gujarat Titans are in fifth place after their win over Chennai Super Kings on Sunday. They have eight points from four matches with an NRR of -0.475. Chennai Super Kings are sixth, having lost five of their eight matches for six points. Delhi Capitals also have six points and will face RCB today, hoping for their fourth win at home after a heavy loss to PBKS.
Kolkata Knight Riders, boosted by a Super Over victory over Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday, are seventh with five points from eight matches. Mumbai Indians are ninth with five losses in seven games and an NRR of -0.736. Lucknow Super Giants languish at the bottom, having suffered their sixth loss of the season in the first Super Over, managing only four points from eight matches.
Playoff Race Intensifies
The playoff race is heating up quickly. Punjab Kings are leading comfortably; theoretically, 16 points secure a playoff spot. If PBKS maintain their momentum, they could reach 20 points, ensuring not only a playoff berth but also a top-two finish. RCB, SRH, and RR must catch up and realistically aim for 16 points by the end of the league stage.
For GT, CSK, and DC, consistency is crucial as a string of losses in the latter half could end their playoff hopes. KKR, MI, and LSG face a fight for survival, with every remaining game vital. One or at most two more losses would likely eliminate them from the playoff race.
IPL 2026 Points Table Summary
- Punjab Kings: Played 7, Won 6, Lost 0, NRR +1.333, Points 13
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Played 7, Won 5, Lost 2, NRR +1.101, Points 10
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: Played 8, Won 5, Lost 3, NRR +0.815, Points 10
- Rajasthan Royals: Played 8, Won 5, Lost 3, NRR +0.602, Points 10
- Gujarat Titans: Played 8, Won 4, Lost 4, NRR -0.475, Points 8
- Chennai Super Kings: Played 8, Won 3, Lost 5, NRR -0.121, Points 6
- Delhi Capitals: Played 7, Won 3, Lost 4, NRR -0.184, Points 6
- Kolkata Knight Riders: Played 8, Won 2, Lost 5, NRR -0.751, Points 5
- Mumbai Indians: Played 7, Won 2, Lost 5, NRR -0.736, Points 4
- Lucknow Super Giants: Played 8, Won 2, Lost 6, NRR -1.106, Points 4
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