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The points table of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has seen some important changes after the latest match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Delhi Capitals (DC). Teams are now starting to settle into their positions as the tournament progresses.
CSK Gets First Win of IPL 2026
After losing their first few matches, Chennai Super Kings finally won their first game of the season. CSK defeated Delhi Capitals by 23 runs and earned 2 important points.
Sanju Samson played an outstanding innings of 115 runs, leading his team from the front. In bowling, Jamie Overton was good, taking 4 wickets for just 18 runs.
Even after this win, CSK is still near the bottom of the table and needs more wins to move up.
Punjab Kings Continue Winning Form
Punjab Kings (PBKS) are playing very well this season. They defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 6 wickets to get their third win.
Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, PBKS now have 7 points and are firmly placed in the top two teams.
Rajasthan Royals Stay at No. 1 Spot
Rajasthan Royals (RR) are currently the best team in IPL 2026. They have won all 4 matches and are at the top of the points table with 8 points.
Their strong performance and high net run rate make them the team to beat this season.
IPL 2026 Points Table (Updated After CSK vs DC Match)
Here’s a look at the latest standings:
CRICKET POINTS TABLE - Indian Premier League (IPL 2026)
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | NRR | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +2.055 | 8 | WWWW ▼ |
| 2 | Punjab Kings | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | +0.720 | 7 | WNRWW ▼ |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1.231 | 4 | LWW ▼ |
| 4 | Delhi Capitals | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +0.322 | 4 | LLWW ▼ |
| 5 | Lucknow Super Giants | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.359 | 4 | WWL ▼ |
| 6 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +0.024 | 2 | LLWL ▼ |
| 7 | Gujarat Titans | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -0.270 | 2 | WLL ▼ |
| 8 | Mumbai Indians | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -0.715 | 2 | LLW ▼ |
| 9 | Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -1.532 | 2 | WLLL ▼ |
| 10 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | -1.315 | 1 | LNRLL ▼ |
| 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-Apr-2026, 09:44 AM | |||||||||
How IPL 2026 Tournament Works
A total of 70 league matches will be played in IPL 2026. After that, the top 4 teams will qualify for the playoffs. The playoff schedule will be announced later.
Final Thoughts
The points table is starting to take shape, but many matches are still left. Rajasthan Royals are leading strongly, while Punjab Kings are close behind. Teams like Chennai Super Kings will now aim to continue winning and improve their position.
Fans can expect more exciting matches and big changes in the standings as the tournament moves forward.
Also Read: CSK vs DC IPL 2026 Highlights: CSK Win by 23 Runs, Samson Shines
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