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IPL 2026 Points Table:The IPL 2026 playoff race has become even more intense after Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets on Monday. With this important victory, SRH officially secured their place in the IPL 2026 playoffs and also confirmed qualification for Gujarat Titans.
Now, only one playoff spot remains available, setting up a thrilling battle among Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings, and Kolkata Knight Riders in the final stage of the league season.
Sunrisers Hyderabad Qualify For IPL 2026 Playoffs
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) delivered a strong performance under pressure and successfully chased down the target against Chennai Super Kings to book their place in the playoffs.
With this win, SRH moved to 16 points from 13 matches and climbed to third place in the standings. Their improved net run rate of 0.350 has further strengthened their position heading into the knockout phase.
The Hyderabad franchise has been one of the most consistent teams this season, with explosive batting performances and effective bowling combinations helping them dominate key matches.
Gujarat Titans Also Seal Qualification
SRH’s victory indirectly benefited Gujarat Titans, who also confirmed their qualification for the playoffs.
GT currently sit second on the points table with 16 points from 13 games. The Shubman Gill-led side has shown remarkable consistency throughout IPL 2026 and remains one of the favorites to challenge for the title.
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RCB Continue To Lead The Table
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) remain at the top of the standings with 18 points.
RCB were the first team to officially qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs and continue to look dominant with balanced performances in both batting and bowling departments.
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CSK Face Tough Road Ahead
The defeat has made Chennai Super Kings playoff chances much more difficult. CSK now have 12 points from 13 matches and are currently placed sixth on the table with a negative net run rate.
The Men in Yellow are now involved in a tight race alongside Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders for the final remaining playoff spot.
Punjab Kings Hold Crucial Fourth Spot
Punjab Kings currently occupy fourth place with 13 points and remain in control of their playoff destiny.
However, with several teams closely behind them, every remaining game will be extremely important.
IPL 2026 Updated Points Table After SRH vs CSK
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 | Punjab Kings | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | +0.227 | 13 | LLLLL ▼ |
| 5 | Rajasthan Royals | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | +0.027 | 12 | LLLWL ▼ |
| 6 | Chennai Super Kings | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | +0.016 | 12 | LLWWW ▼ |
| 7 | Delhi Capitals | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -0.871 | 12 | WWLLW ▼ |
| 8 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 12 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | -0.038 | 11 | WLWWW ▼ |
| 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 18-May-2026, 11:41 PM | |||||||||
IPL 2026 Playoff Race Nears Dramatic Finish
With three teams already qualified for the playoffs, the race for the final spot is expected to go down to the final few league matches.
Punjab Kings currently have the advantage, but Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings, and Kolkata Knight Riders are still mathematically alive. Fans can expect high-pressure clashes and dramatic twists as IPL 2026 moves closer to the knockout stage.
Also Read: SRH vs CSK IPL 2026 Highlights: Hyderabad Beat Chennai by 5 Wickets
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