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IPL 2026 Updated Points Table: The IPL 2026 playoff race continues to heat up as Kolkata Knight Riders produced a dominant performance against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Riding on a brilliant unbeaten century from Finn Allen, KKR secured a convincing eight-wicket win and collected crucial points that have reshaped the league standings.
This result has not only boosted KKR’s position but has also pushed DC further into a difficult situation in the race for the playoffs.
KKR Register Commanding Win Over DC
Kolkata Knight Riders delivered a complete all-round performance to outclass Delhi Capitals in all departments.
Chasing a competitive target, KKR’s batting lineup looked solid and controlled, with Finn Allen’s unbeaten century sealing the game in style. The victory helped KKR climb in the mid-table standings and keep their playoff hopes alive.
On the other hand, DC suffered another setback, managing only a modest position in the points table with just a few matches left to recover.
Updated IPL 2026 Points Table After DC vs KKR
Here is the latest standings after the match:
CRICKET POINTS TABLE - Indian Premier League (IPL 2026)
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | NRR | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +0.737 | 14 | WLWWW ▼ |
| 2 | Punjab Kings | 10 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +1.571 | 13 | LLLWW ▼ |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +1.234 | 12 | LLWWL ▼ |
| 4 | Rajasthan Royals | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +0.510 | 12 | LWLWL ▼ |
| 5 | Gujarat Titans | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | -0.147 | 12 | WWWLL ▼ |
| 6 | Chennai Super Kings | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.151 | 10 | WWLWL ▼ |
| 7 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 10 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | -0.169 | 9 | WWWWL ▼ |
| 8 | Delhi Capitals | 11 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -1.154 | 8 | LLWLL ▼ |
| 9 | Mumbai Indians | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -0.649 | 6 | WLLLW ▼ |
| 10 | Lucknow Super Giants | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -0.934 | 6 | WLLLL ▼ |
| M: Matches, W: Won, L: Lost, T: Tie, NR: No Result, NRR: Net Run Rate, Pts: Points, Q: Qualified, E: Eliminate Recent Forms: W = Won, L = Lost, T = Tie, D = Draw, NR = No Result Last updated on 09-May-2026, 09:34 AM | |||||||||
Playoff Race Intensifies
With the league entering its crucial phase, every match is now vital. Teams like Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals are fighting to stay alive in the competition, while the top four remain tightly contested.
Even a single win or loss can significantly impact net run rate and qualification chances, making the upcoming fixtures extremely important.
Conclusion
The IPL 2026 standings have become more competitive after KKR’s dominant win over DC. While the top teams continue to secure their positions, the battle for the mid-table spots remains intense, keeping fans engaged as the tournament moves closer to the playoffs.
Also Read: DC vs KKR IPL 2026 Highlights: KKR Beat Delhi by 8 Wickets
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