By Harsh
May 15, 2026
RCB crushed KKR and climbed to the top of the IPL table, but one unexpected twist could still ruin their playoff hopes.
Fans believed RCB had sealed qualification after beating KKR, but the IPL playoff battle has taken a shocking new turn.
RCB may be at the top now, but two massive matches remain and one poor week could push them out of the top four.
Several teams could finish on the same points as RCB, turning Net Run Rate into the ultimate playoff decider.
If RCB lose their final two matches, CSK, RR, and PBKS could overtake them and end Bengaluru’s playoff dream.
Virat Kohli’s stunning ton vs KKR gave fans hope, but RCB’s playoff qualification is still hanging by a thread.
One more victory could seal RCB’s playoff spot, but until then, every run and wicket could decide their fate.