As the league stage of IPL 2025 concludes, the four teams that have secured their spots in the playoffs are:
Note: The top two teams after the league stage will face each other in Qualifier 1, with the winner advancing directly to the final.
Your Thoughts?
Which team do you believe will clinch the top spot? Can MI make a late surge into the top two? Share your predictions and let's discuss the thrilling conclusion to the IPL 2025 league stage!
- Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Mumbai Indians (MI)
Current Standings (As of May 23, 2025)
| Rank | Team | Matches Played | Wins | Points | Net Run Rate (NRR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 13 | 9 | 18 | +0.602 |
| 2 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 12 | 8 | 17 | +0.482 |
| 3 | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 12 | 8 | 17 | +0.389 |
| 4 | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 13 | 8 | 16 | +1.292 |
Top-Two Qualification Scenarios
Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Remaining Match: vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Scenario: A win will take them to 20 points, likely securing a top-two finish. However, if they lose, and both RCB and PBKS win their remaining matches, GT could slip to third place due to net run rate considerations.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Remaining Matches: vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Scenario: Winning both matches will elevate them to 21 points, ensuring a top-two finish. Even one win could suffice, depending on other results.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Remaining Matches: vs Delhi Capitals (DC), vs Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Scenario: Victories in both games will take them to 21 points. However, their net run rate is slightly lower than RCB's, so they may need to win convincingly or hope for RCB to falter.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Remaining Match: vs Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Scenario: MI's path to the top two is challenging. They must defeat PBKS and hope that both RCB and GT lose their remaining matches. Given their superior net run rate, this combination could propel them into the top two.
Key Players to Watch
- Shubman Gill (GT): Leading from the front with consistent performances.
- Rajat Patidar (RCB): Providing stability in the middle order.
- Shreyas Iyer (PBKS): Anchoring the innings and guiding chases.
- Hardik Pandya (MI): Contributing both with the bat and ball, showcasing all-round capabilities.
Upcoming Fixtures
- RCB vs SRH: May 24, 2025
- PBKS vs DC: May 25, 2025
- GT vs CSK: May 26, 2025
- PBKS vs MI: May 27, 2025
- RCB vs LSG: May 28, 2025
Your Thoughts?
Which team do you believe will clinch the top spot? Can MI make a late surge into the top two? Share your predictions and let's discuss the thrilling conclusion to the IPL 2025 league stage!