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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season is heating up with every passing game, and the latest clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals has brought another major shift in the points table. After a dominant performance in Hyderabad, the standings have been reshuffled, especially in the top four race.
SRH Surge After Massive Win Over DC
In a high-scoring encounter on April 21, Sunrisers Hyderabad delivered a commanding performance against Delhi Capitals. SRH posted a massive 242/2 and went on to win the match by 47 runs.
This victory marked their third consecutive win, pushing them up to 3rd place in the points table. Their net run rate also received a strong boost, rising to +0.820, strengthening their position in the playoff race.
On the other hand, Delhi Capitals remain in 5th place with 6 points, but their net run rate took a significant hit, slipping from +0.310 to -0.130.
Top of the Table: Punjab Kings Stay Unbeaten
At the top, Punjab Kings continue their dominant run in the tournament. With 11 points from 6 matches and no defeats so far, they remain the only unbeaten side in the competition. Their strong net run rate of +1.420 further highlights their consistency.
Tight Battle in the Top Four
The race for the top four is extremely competitive this season. Three teams are currently tied on 8 points:
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru sit in 2nd place due to the best net run rate among the tied teams
- Sunrisers Hyderabad are placed 3rd after their recent win
- Rajasthan Royals occupy 4th position
With only net run rate separating them, every match ahead is crucial.
Check IPL 2026 Updated Points Table
Here is the latest standings after the SRH vs DC match:
CRICKET POINTS TABLE - Indian Premier League (IPL 2026)
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | NRR | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +1.103 | 14 | WLLWW ▼ |
| 2 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +0.737 | 14 | WLWWW ▼ |
| 3 | Gujarat Titans | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +0.228 | 14 | WWWWL ▼ |
| 4 | Punjab Kings | 11 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | +0.428 | 13 | LLLLW ▼ |
| 5 | Chennai Super Kings | 11 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.185 | 12 | WWWLW ▼ |
| 6 | Rajasthan Royals | 11 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.082 | 12 | LLWLW ▼ |
| 7 | Delhi Capitals | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -0.993 | 10 | WLLWL ▼ |
| 8 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 10 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | -0.169 | 9 | WWWWL ▼ |
| 9 | Mumbai Indians - E | 11 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | -0.585 | 6 | LWLLL ▼ |
| 10 | Lucknow Super Giants - E | 11 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | -0.907 | 6 | LWLLL ▼ |
| 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 12-May-2026, 09:15 AM | |||||||||
What’s Next in IPL 2026?
With 70 league matches scheduled in total, the competition is still wide open. Teams in the mid-table like Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans are still in the hunt, while bottom-placed sides like Kolkata Knight Riders need a strong comeback to stay alive in the playoff race.
The battle for playoff spots is expected to intensify as net run rate becomes a decisive factor in the coming weeks of Indian Premier League 2026.
Also Read: IPL 2026 Orange Cap Updated Standings After SRH vs DC Match Result
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