Check the latest IPL 2026 Points Table with updated team standings, wins, losses, net run rate, playoff qualification scenarios, and complete IPL rankings after every match.
IPL 2026 Points Table
Stay updated with the latest IPL 2026 points table, including team standings, wins, losses, net run rate (NRR), points, and playoff qualification scenarios. The IPL standings are updated after every match, so fans can follow the playoff race and team performances throughout the tournament.
The IPL 2026 season has already produced several thrilling matches, close finishes, and major changes in the points table. With every match becoming important in the race for the playoffs, teams are fighting hard to finish inside the top four positions.
Last Updated: May 21, 2026
IPL 2026 Points Table: Latest Team Standings, NRR & Playoff Race
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | NR | NRR | Pts | |||||||||
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| 1 |
RCB
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13 | 9 | 4 | 0 | +1.065 | 18 | |||||||||
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| 2 |
GT
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13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | +0.400 | 16 | |||||||||
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| 3 |
SRH
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13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | +0.350 | 16 | |||||||||
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| 4 |
RR
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13 | 7 | 6 | 0 | +0.083 | 14 | |||||||||
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| 5 |
PBKS
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13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | +0.227 | 13 | |||||||||
| 6 |
KKR
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13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | +0.011 | 13 | |||||||||
| 7 |
CSK
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13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | -0.016 | 12 | |||||||||
| 8 |
DC
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13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | -0.871 | 12 | |||||||||
| 9 |
MI
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13 | 4 | 9 | 0 | -0.510 | 8 | |||||||||
| 10 |
LSG
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13 | 4 | 9 | 0 | -0.702 | 8 | |||||||||
Green Background: Already Qualified, Red Background: Already Eliminated
IPL 2026 Playoff Qualification Scenario
The race for the IPL 2026 playoffs is becoming more competitive as teams continue to battle for a place in the top four. Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians are currently among the strongest contenders, while teams like Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Kolkata Knight Riders are also pushing hard for qualification.
Net Run Rate (NRR) could become the deciding factor if multiple teams finish with the same number of points. This makes every run and every over extremely important during the final phase of the tournament.
Several teams still remain mathematically alive in the playoff race, which means the points table can change quickly after every match.
What is Net Run Rate (NRR) in IPL?
Net Run Rate, commonly called NRR, is used to separate teams that finish level on points in the IPL standings. It is calculated using the difference between a team’s scoring rate and the rate at which they concede runs.
Teams with a higher positive NRR rank above teams with a lower or negative NRR. Big wins and heavy defeats can significantly affect a team’s NRR during the season.
Because of this, teams often continue attacking aggressively even when the result of a match looks almost certain.
IPL 2026 Points System
- Win: 2 Points
- Loss: 0 Points
- No Result / Abandoned Match: 1 Point
At the end of the league stage, the top four teams in the ‘IPL 2026 Points Table’ qualify for the playoffs. If two or more teams finish level on points, the ‘net run rate’ is used as the primary tiebreaker.
Teams Participating in IPL 2026
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Gujarat Titans (GT)
Latest IPL 2026 Update
The IPL 2026 standings continue to change after every match as teams fight for playoff qualification. Strong batting performances, close finishes, and pressure games during the final league stage are making this season highly competitive.
Fans can expect more movement in the table as the tournament approaches the playoffs.
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IPL 2026 Points Table FAQs
How many teams qualify for the IPL playoffs?
The top four teams in the IPL 2026 points table qualify for the playoffs.
What is Net Run Rate in IPL?
A team receives 2 points for every win in the IPL league stage.
Why is Net Run Rate important?
NRR becomes important when teams finish with the same number of points in the standings. Teams with a better NRR rank higher in the table.
How many points does a team get for winning a match?
A team receives 2 points for every win in the IPL league stage.
How is Net Run Rate calculated in IPL?
The ‘Net Run Rate’ is calculated by subtracting the average runs conceded per over from the average runs scored per over during the tournament.
When will IPL 2026 playoffs begin?
The IPL 2026 playoffs are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The first playoff match will be Qualifier 1. It will be played between two top-ranked teams on the points table after completion of the group league stages.
Conclusion
The IPL 2026 Points Table is expected to change regularly as teams continue battling for playoff qualification during the final stage of the tournament. With Net Run Rate playing a crucial role and several teams still in contention, every match could have a major impact on the standings.
Fans can bookmark this page for the latest IPL 2026 standings, updated points table, team rankings, NRR changes, and playoff scenarios after every match. Stay connected for daily updates, match reports, live scores, and complete IPL 2026 coverage throughout the season.