
IPL 2025 Points Table and Battle for four story
IPL 2025 Points Tables: Mumbai Indians or Delhi Capitals battle for the final Spot
As the race to the IPL 2025 playoffs nears to the climax, three teams have already made there place in to final round and confirmed their ticket to the next stage. After Loosing the match to Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday Lucknow Super Giants were officially eliminated from IPL 2025 Now, all eyes are on the two remaining contenders which are Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals – as they fight for the last spot in the top four.
Lets have a look on teams which are already Qualified.
Gujarat Titans (Qualified)
Remaining Matches: vs LSG (Home), vs CSK (Home)
The Gujarat Titans currently lead the standings and are at the best position for a top-two finishers if they win both of their remaining fixtures, they’ll secure there spot without relying on other results. Even if they split wins, their place in the top two depends on Punjab Kings or Royal Challengers Bengaluru dropping a game. With a dominant 4-1 home record this season, the Titans hold a solid advantage.
Punjab Kings (Qualified)
Remaining Matches: vs DC (Home), vs MI (Home)
After years of heartbreak and last year looking as underdogs IPL 2025 Shreyas Iyer led Punjab Kings have finally returned to the playoffs this year and this is there first appearance since 2014. A top-two finish remains in the reach if they win both the games and any one considering the gams of Gujarat or Bengaluru are falter. The battle might go to net run rate could be crucial here, as Punjab (+0.389) slightly trails RCB (+0.482) in the race of net run rate.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Qualified)
Remaining Matches: vs SRH (Home), vs LSG (Away)
With looking at the dream of winning the IPL cup for so many years which is important for both RCB and virat kohli both and this time they have made the placed on Sunday but now next RCB will look to make it on top two.They face two sides who are out of the playoff race, giving them a comparatively easier path.However, a loss in either game could push them below Punjab or Gujarat depending on NRR.
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The Final Battle: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals
Mumbai Indians – Slightly Ahead in the Race
Remaining Matches: vs DC (Home), vs PBKS (Away)
Now everyone’s eyes will be on this two team the big name of IPL Mumbai Indian and this IPL looking good Delhi capitals so Mumbai Indians who are five-time champions are better placed in the playoff race. A win against Delhi in their upcoming match will guarantee qualification. If they lose that match, they’ll need to defeat Punjab in their final league game and hope Delhi loses to Punjab as well so this is the possibility for both the teams.
While an outside chance at a top two finish exists if they end with 18 points, it depends on both Punjab and Bengaluru losing all their remaining matches and Gujarat dropping theirs too – a tall order. Mumbai’s late surge has been impressive, considering they started the season with just one win in their first five matches.
Delhi Capitals – Must-Win Situation
Remaining Matches: vs MI (Away), vs PBKS (Away)
Delhi is now on the must-win situation. If they Loose to Mumbai will mark the end of their campaign for Delhi. Even if they beat MI but fall to PBKS, they could still be overtaken by Mumbai – provided Mumbai wins their last match. After a strong start to the season with four wins in four games, DC’s inconsistency has hurt them, including a Super Over victory and a lucky break due to rain.
📝 Conclusion
With three teams already in, only one playoff spot remains. Mumbai Indians have little higher edge, but Delhi Capitals still have a chance to fight for the top 4. The upcoming fixtures will not only decide the fourth qualifier but also shake up the top-two standings. IPL Drama promises to be the thrilling finish and the game of top 4 is still not over.
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- IPL Points Table 2025
Team | Mat | Won | Lost | NR | Points | NRR |
GT (Q) | 12 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 18 | 0.795 |
RCB (Q) | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 0.482 |
PBKS (Q) | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 0.389 |
MI | 12 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 14 | 1.156 |
DC | 12 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 0.26 |
KKR (E) | 13 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 11 | 0.193 |
LSG (E) | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 10 | -0.506 |
SRH (E) | 12 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 9 | -0.674 |
RR (E) | 13 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 6 | -0.701 |
CSK (E) | 12 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 | -0.992 |