Australia secured a dominant nine-wicket victory over Bangladesh at the T20 World Cup in Leeds. Bangladesh struggled with the bat, scoring only 77/8, while Australia comfortably chased the target in under 11 overs, boosting their net run rate.
With Sunrisers Hyderabad's win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the IPL 2026 playoff race is down to four teams. RCB leads the table, followed by GT and SRH. Rajasthan Royals are favorites for the final spot, with Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals also in contention.
Punjab Kings face elimination from IPL 2026 playoffs unless they win their final match and rely on other results. Their qualification depends on beating LSG and favorable outcomes in RR vs MI and KKR vs DC games.
With three IPL 2026 playoff spots secured, the battle for the final place intensifies. Rajasthan Royals are in pole position, needing just one win, while Punjab Kings, Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Kolkata Knight Riders face tougher scenarios.
With three IPL 2026 playoff spots secured, five teams—RR, PBKS, CSK, DC, and KKR—vie for the final berth. RR leads the race, needing one win, while PBKS, CSK, DC, and KKR require specific outcomes from other matches and strong performances to qualify.
Delhi Capitals' playoff hopes are slim after a win, requiring them to win their final match and rely on multiple upsets from other teams, while also overcoming a significant net run rate deficit.
Delhi Capitals' playoff hopes are slim, requiring them to win their final match and rely on multiple upsets from other teams, while also overcoming a significant net run rate deficit.
Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 playoff hopes hinge on the PBKS vs RCB match. An RCB win simplifies CSK's path, while a PBKS victory intensifies the race and Net Run Rate calculations.
Ruturaj Gaikwad acknowledged Chennai Super Kings face a high-pressure playoff equation after a seven-wicket loss to Lucknow Super Giants. CSK now likely need to win their remaining two matches to qualify.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 6 wickets, with Virat Kohli scoring 105*, to reclaim the top spot in the IPL 2026 points table with 16 points and a +1.053 NRR.
Ravichandran Ashwin has shared his IPL 2026 playoff predictions. Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are nearly confirmed for the playoffs. Chennai Super Kings must win all their remaining matches to have a chance. Gujarat Titans, Rajasthan Royals, and Punjab Kings will compete for the other spots. Net run rate is crucial for Chennai's qualification hopes.
Delhi Capitals' playoff hopes are in dire straits after an eight-wicket loss to Kolkata Knight Riders. A batting collapse against KKR's spinners, coupled with a poor Net Run Rate, has pushed DC to eighth place. They now need to win all three remaining matches to have any chance of qualification, facing a must-win scenario in every upcoming fixture. Unless Delhi suddenly produce their most complete cricket of the season over the final three matches, IPL 2026 is rapidly heading towards an early finish for Axar Patel’s side.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's playoff hopes remain strong despite a recent loss, holding a solid third place with 12 points. While their Net Run Rate offers a crucial advantage, top-order batting instability is a growing concern. One more win could secure their spot, but avoiding a late collapse against tough upcoming opponents is vital for a smooth qualification. RCB still look like a strong playoff contender, but unless they rediscover consistency quickly, the final stretch of the league phase could become far tighter than it currently appears.
Sunrisers Hyderabad surged to the IPL 2026 summit with a commanding win, now boasting 14 points and a healthy net run rate. Their batting and bowling units are peaking, with recent dominant victories showcasing renewed balance. One more win should secure their playoff spot, with two victories potentially eyeing a top-two finish. SRH no longer look like a side trying to survive the playoff race. Right now, they look like one building toward a genuine title challenge.
Delhi Capitals' IPL 2026 playoff hopes are fading fast after a string of losses, exposing critical issues in their batting, tactical confusion, and pressure handling. With only four games left and a negative net run rate, they face a daunting task to reach the required points. Their upcoming fixtures against strong opponents further complicate their precarious position.
Delhi Capitals' IPL 2026 playoff hopes are fading fast after a string of losses, exposing critical issues in their batting, tactical confusion, and pressure handling. With only four games left and a negative net run rate, they face a daunting task to reach the required points. Their upcoming fixtures against strong opponents further complicate their precarious position.
Delhi Capitals' IPL 2026 playoff hopes are fading fast after a string of losses, exposing critical issues in their batting, tactical confusion, and pressure handling. With only four games left and a negative net run rate, they face a daunting task to reach the required points. Their upcoming fixtures against strong opponents further complicate their precarious position.
Mumbai Indians kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a thrilling six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, powered by Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton's explosive opening stand. Despite the win, MI remains in ninth place, needing a perfect four wins from their remaining matches to have any chance of qualifying. Every match from here is effectively an elimination game. Net Run Rate could come into play, but only if they win all four.
Mumbai Indians kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a thrilling six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, powered by Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton's explosive opening stand. Despite the win, MI remains in ninth place, needing a perfect four wins from their remaining matches to have any chance of qualifying. Every match from here is effectively an elimination game. Net Run Rate could come into play, but only if they win all four.
Gujarat Titans secured a thrilling four-wicket victory over Punjab Kings, marking their third consecutive win and reviving playoff hopes. Sai Sudharsan's steady 57 and Washington Sundar's crucial 40* off 23 balls guided GT home despite a late wobble. With 12 points from 10 matches and a negative NRR of -0.147, GT remain 5th but need at least two more wins from four remaining games to guarantee qualification.
Mumbai Indians' playoff chances are fading after a six-wicket loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. With a 2-6 record and a poor net run rate, the team must win nearly all remaining matches to reach the 14-point qualification threshold.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru continued their dominant IPL 2026 campaign, securing a commanding nine-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals. This win propelled RCB to 12 points, consolidating their second position and narrowing the gap with league leaders Punjab Kings. The emphatic performance also significantly boosted RCB's Net Run Rate, now the best in the tournament.
Chennai Super Kings climbed to seventh in the IPL points table despite a narrow 10-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. The defeat, by a small margin, significantly improved CSK's net run rate, allowing them to overtake Lucknow Super Giants. SRH successfully defended 194, with strong bowling performances limiting CSK's chase.
