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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season continues to deliver high-voltage action, and the latest standings saw a major shake-up after the clash between Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans.
Mumbai Indians produced a dominant performance, sealing a massive 99-run win that has significantly impacted the points table.
Mumbai Indians Make a Big Leap After 99-Run Victory
After a rough start to the season, Mumbai Indians have finally turned things around. The emphatic win pushed them to 7th position, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Their Net Run Rate (NRR) saw a stunning jump from -1.076 to +0.067, giving them a crucial edge in the mid-table battle.
Gujarat Titans Slip Despite Holding Position
It was a tough loss for Gujarat Titans. While they remain in 6th place, the heavy defeat caused a serious dent in their NRR, which dropped from +0.018 to -0.821.
With the table so tight, this negative NRR could become a major concern going forward.
Punjab Kings Tighten Grip on No.1 Spot
Punjab Kings are in red-hot form this season. With 11 points from 6 matches, they continue to dominate the standings and remain unbeaten.
Their all-round consistency has made them the team to beat in IPL 2026.
Top 4 Battle Heats Up: RCB vs RR vs SRH vs DC
The race for playoff spots is getting intense:
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru hold 2nd place with a strong NRR advantage
- Rajasthan Royals sit 3rd, level on points
- Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals are close behind with 6 points each
Every match is now crucial as teams fight for a top-four finish.
Updated IPL 2026 Points Table ( After GT vs MI Match)
CRICKET POINTS TABLE - Indian Premier League (IPL 2026)
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | NRR | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +1.053 | 16 | WWLLW ▼ |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +0.551 | 16 | WWWWW ▼ |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 12 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.331 | 14 | LWLWW ▼ |
| 4 | Punjab Kings | 12 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | +0.355 | 13 | LLLLL ▼ |
| 5 | Rajasthan Royals | 11 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.082 | 12 | LLWLW ▼ |
| 6 | Chennai Super Kings | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | +0.027 | 12 | LWWWL ▼ |
| 7 | Delhi Capitals | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -0.993 | 10 | WLLWL ▼ |
| 8 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 11 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | -0.198 | 9 | LWWWW ▼ |
| 9 | Mumbai Indians - E | 12 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | -0.504 | 8 | WLLWL ▼ |
| 10 | Lucknow Super Giants - E | 12 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | -0.701 | 8 | WLWLL ▼ |
| 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 16-May-2026, 08:28 AM | |||||||||
IPL 2026 Schedule Update: What’s Next?
A total of 70 league-stage matches will be played this season, while the playoff schedule is yet to be announced.
With the tournament entering a crucial phase, momentum shifts like Mumbai’s comeback can dramatically change the standings.
Key Highlights You Shouldn’t Miss
- Mumbai Indians jump to 7th with massive NRR boost
- Gujarat Titans suffer major NRR setback
- Punjab Kings remain unbeaten table-toppers
- Playoff race intensifies with tight competition
Also Read: GT vs MI IPL 2026 Highlights: Mumbai Beat Gujarat by 99 Runs
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