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The latest standings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 have seen some major shifts after an exciting doubleheader on Sunday. The clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI) turned out to be a crucial game, impacting the top half of the table.
RCB Surge Into Top 3 With Dominant Win Over MI
Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a strong performance to defeat Mumbai Indians by 18 runs. With this victory, RCB have now secured three wins in four matches, helping them climb to the third position in the points table. Their impressive net run rate (+1.148) further strengthens their standing among the top teams this season.
Gujarat Titans Strengthen Campaign With Clinical Chase
In the first match of the day, Gujarat Titans (GT) defeated Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 7 wickets. This win marks GT’s second victory of the season, placing them in the middle of the table and keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Rajasthan Royals Continue Unstoppable Run at the Top
At the top of the standings, Rajasthan Royals (RR) remain unbeaten with four wins in four matches. They lead the table with 8 points and a remarkable net run rate of +2.055, making them the most dominant side so far.
Punjab Kings Stay Firm at No.2 With Consistent Performances
Punjab Kings (PBKS) are positioned second with 7 points. They have won three matches, while one game ended without a result, keeping them firmly in contention near the top.
Mid-Table Battle Heats Up as Teams Fight for Playoff Spots
Teams like Delhi Capitals (DC), Gujarat Titans, and Lucknow Super Giants are currently locked with 4 points each. Their positions are being decided by net run rate, making every upcoming match crucial.
KKR and CSK Struggle at Bottom of IPL 2026 Standings
At the lower end, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) sit at the bottom with just one point from four matches. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are also struggling at ninth place with only one win so far.
Meanwhile, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians are trying to recover from a poor start, each having only one win in four games.
IPL 2026 Updated Points Table (After MI vs RCB Match)
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 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1.148 | 6 | WLWW ▼ |
| 4 | Delhi Capitals | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +0.322 | 4 | LLWW ▼ |
| 5 | Gujarat Titans | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -0.029 | 4 | WWLL ▼ |
| 6 | Lucknow Super Giants | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -0.427 | 4 | LWWL ▼ |
| 7 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +0.024 | 2 | LLWL ▼ |
| 8 | Mumbai Indians | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -0.772 | 2 | LLLW ▼ |
| 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 13-Apr-2026, 09:35 AM | |||||||||
IPL 2026 Playoff Race Begins to Take Shape
A total of 70 league-stage matches will be played in IPL 2026, and the race for the playoffs is already heating up. With several teams closely packed in the middle of the table, the upcoming matches will play a crucial role in shaping the final standings.
Also Read: MI vs RCB IPL 2026 Highlights: Bangalore Beat Mumbai by 18 Runs at Wankhede
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