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IPL 2026 Points Table: The IPL 2026 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) continues to heat up as the playoff race tightens with every match. In a crucial encounter, Mumbai Indians defeated Punjab Kings by 6 wickets, handing PBKS their fifth consecutive defeat and shaking up the mid-table standings.
This result has not only boosted Mumbai Indians position but has also put Punjab Kings under serious pressure, as their playoff hopes now depend on other results, especially the upcoming clash involving Chennai Super Kings.
IPL 2026 Updated Points Table After PBKS 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 15-May-2026, 09:23 AM | |||||||||
Also Read: PBKS vs MI Highlights IPL 2026: MI Beat Punjab by 6 Wickets
Key Highlights from the Updated Standings
Punjab Kings Under Pressure
Punjab Kings have now lost five matches in a row, slipping to 4th position. With 13 points, their playoff qualification is no longer secure and depends heavily on other results.
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Mumbai Indians Gain Momentum
Mumbai Indians climbed after a confident win, but still remain in the lower half of the table. Their NRR and consistency remain concerns despite the victory.
CSK Eyeing Big Jump
Chennai Super Kings are in a strong position. A win in their upcoming match against Lucknow Super Giants could take them to 15 points and push them closer to the top 4.
Top Two Race Intense
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans are locked at 16 points each, making the race for the top spot extremely competitive.
Playoff Scenario Heating Up
With only a few league matches remaining, the IPL 2026 playoff race is becoming unpredictable:
- Top 4 spots are still open for multiple teams
- Net Run Rate (NRR) could become a deciding factor
- One win or loss can drastically change rankings
Teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals are also in close contention and cannot afford mistakes.
Also Read: LSG vs CSK IPL 2026, Pitch Report, Head to Head, Playing 11, AI Prediction
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