The IPL 2026 points table saw major changes after the 31st match, where Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Delhi Capitals by 47 runs. With this victory, SRH climbed to third place in the IPL 2026 points table, registering their fourth win of the season and third consecutive victory. On the other hand, DC slipped to fifth position after suffering their third defeat.
At the top of the IPL 2026 points table, Punjab Kings continue to dominate with 11 points from 6 matches. PBKS remain unbeaten in regulation play, having won 5 matches and one match being washed out. Their strong net run rate of +1.420 keeps them firmly at number one in the IPL 2026 points table.
RCB Hold Second Spot in IPL 2026 Points Table as SRH Strengthen Playoff Push After DC Win
Royal Challengers Bengaluru hold second place in the IPL 2026 points table with 8 points from 6 matches. They have secured 4 wins and 2 losses, maintaining a solid net run rate of +1.171. SRH, now third, have 8 points from 7 matches with a net run rate of +0.820, strengthening their position in the IPL 2026 points table.
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Rajasthan Royals are fourth on the IPL points table, also with 8 points from 6 matches but slightly behind SRH due to net run rate differences. The competition between the top four teams remains intense as the tournament progresses.
In the middle order of the IPL points table, DC and Gujarat Titans are tied at 6 points each. DC are placed fifth with a better net run rate (-0.130), while GT sit sixth at -0.821. Both teams need strong wins ahead to stay in playoff contention.
Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, and Lucknow Super Giants occupy seventh, eighth, and ninth positions respectively in the IPL 2026 points table. All three teams have 2 wins from 6 matches and are struggling to gain momentum, though MI hold a slightly better net run rate.
At the bottom, Kolkata Knight Riders remain at 10th position in the IPL 2026 points table, with only 3 points from 7 matches, making their playoff chances extremely difficult.
Looking ahead, the IPL 2026 points table indicates that PBKS are strong playoff contenders, while RCB, SRH, and RR are also in comfortable positions. However, DC, GT, MI, CSK, and LSG will need consistent wins, and KKR face an uphill battle to stay alive in the tournament.