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IPL 2026 Points Table: The playoff battle in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season took another dramatic turn as Kolkata Knight Riders registered a crucial win over Mumbai Indians in a do-or-die encounter.
The victory kept Kolkata Knight Riders playoff hopes alive, while Mumbai Indians suffered yet another setback in a disappointing campaign. With this defeat, MI recorded their ninth loss in 13 matches and remain near the bottom of the table with just one game left.
Kolkata Knight Riders climbed from 8th to 6th position, tightening the mid-table battle as several teams continue to fight for the final playoff spots.
IPL 2026 Updated Points Table After KKR vs MI
CRICKET POINTS TABLE - Indian Premier League (IPL 2026)
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | NRR | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bangalore - Q | 13 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +1.065 | 18 | WWWLL ▼ |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans - Q | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.400 | 16 | LWWWW ▼ |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad - Q | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.350 | 16 | WLWLW ▼ |
| 4 | Rajasthan Royals | 13 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | +0.027 | 14 | WLLLW ▼ |
| 5 | Punjab Kings | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | +0.227 | 13 | LLLLL ▼ |
| 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | +0.011 | 13 | WWLWW ▼ |
| 7 | Chennai Super Kings | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | +0.016 | 12 | LLWWW ▼ |
| 8 | Delhi Capitals | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -0.871 | 12 | WWLLW ▼ |
| 9 | Mumbai Indians - E | 13 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | -0.510 | 8 | LWLLW ▼ |
| 10 | Lucknow Super Giants - E | 13 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | -0.702 | 8 | LWLWL ▼ |
| 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 21-May-2026, 08:01 AM | |||||||||
KKR vs MI: Key Highlights
KKR Keep Playoff Dreams Alive
Kolkata Knight Riders produced a strong all-round performance to secure a vital win. The result helped them move up to 6th place with 13 points, keeping their qualification hopes alive going into the final stage of the league.
Mumbai Indians Poor Season Continues
Mumbai Indians suffered their ninth defeat of the season, making it one of their toughest campaigns in recent years. Despite their history as a five-time champion team, inconsistency has cost them heavily in IPL 2026.
IPL 2026 Playoff Race Scenario
The playoff situation remains extremely tight:
- Top 3 teams are already almost confirmed for qualification
- Rajasthan Royals sit in a strong position with 14 points
- Punjab Kings, KKR, CSK, and DC are fighting for the remaining spots
- Net Run Rate (NRR) could decide final qualification
Every remaining match is now crucial, especially for teams hovering around the 12-14 point mark.
Conclusion
The latest IPL 2026 points table shows how intense the competition has become. Kolkata Knight Riders’ win over Mumbai Indians has reshaped the mid-table standings, while MI continue to struggle in the lower half.
As the tournament moves toward its final league matches in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, fans can expect more thrilling clashes and unpredictable outcomes.
Also Read: KKR vs MI IPL 2026 Highlights: Kolkata Beat Mumbai in Thrilling Clash
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