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IPL 2026 Points Table: The league stage of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has reached its most dramatic phase, as the final standings after the clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru confirmed the playoff picture for IPL 2026.
Despite a defeat in their last league match, RCB managed to retain the top position thanks to their superior Net Run Rate (NRR), finishing level on points with Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad at 18 points each. However, the NRR advantage ensured that the final rankings were decided in a thrilling finish to the league stage.
Now, the playoffs lineup is officially set, with Qualifier 1 and Eliminator matchups confirmed.
IPL 2026 Updated Points Table After SRH vs RCB
CRICKET POINTS TABLE - Indian Premier League (IPL 2026)
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | NRR | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bangalore - Q | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.783 | 18 | LWWWL ▼ |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans - Q | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.695 | 18 | WLWWW ▼ |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad - Q | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.524 | 18 | WWLWL ▼ |
| 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 - E | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | -0.345 | 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 23-May-2026, 08:59 AM | |||||||||
Key Highlights from SRH vs RCB Clash
RCB Finish Top Despite Defeat
Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended the league stage at the top of the table with 18 points. Even after losing to SRH, their strong Net Run Rate of +0.783 ensured they stayed ahead of the pack.
Gujarat Titans Secure Second Spot
Gujarat Titans also finished with 18 points, led by consistent performances throughout the season. However, a slightly lower NRR placed them second, setting up a blockbuster Qualifier 1 clash against RCB.
Sunrisers Hyderabad Take Third Position
Sunrisers Hyderabad completed the top three with a strong finish. Despite matching the points tally of the top two teams, their NRR placed them third, sending them into Qualifier 2.
Top 3️⃣ separated by the barest of margins 🫣
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 22, 2026
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Playoff Matchups Confirmed
The IPL 2026 playoffs are now officially locked:
- Qualifier 1: RCB vs GT
- Eliminator: SRH vs 4th placed team (Rajasthan Royals)
Rajasthan Royals finished fourth and will now fight for survival in the Eliminator after a competitive league campaign.
Conclusion
The updated IPL 2026 points table after SRH vs RCB confirms a thrilling finish to the league stage. With three teams tied on 18 points and separated only by Net Run Rate, the stage is set for an exciting playoff battle in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Also Read: SRH vs RCB Match Highlights: IPL 2026 | Hyderabad on 22-May-2026
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